I have stacks of books around my home I’ve been meaning to read—decor tomes, gardening manuals, memoirs, and non-fiction books alike. While I’m a longtime member of a book club that meets every month, I rarely pick up a physical copy. Instead, I rely mostly on Audible, listening through headphones as I walk to pick my daughter up from school, clean the house, or cook. With the current shelter-in-place order, however, I’ve been eyeing that stack of books once again and dreaming of carving out a corner reading nook. It seems like the perfect way to tune out the noise and steal a few quiet moments to myself. Sounds lovely, right? Here’s how to create one of your own.
Anatomy of a Reading Nook
Define the space with a rug.
The subtle blue pattern of this one anchors the space without feeling too busy.
Rug: Emma Rug in Soft Blue, Caitlin Wilson, $225+
Choose a comfortable chair.
I like the high back and winged arms of this one because it’s easy to snuggle into.
Chair: (similar) Erik Upholstered Wing Chair, West Elm, $799
Add a side table.
You can also get creative with a stool, plant stand, or in this case, a repurposed bar cart.
Bar Cart: (similar) Cassia Rattan Bar Cart, Target, $149.99
Bring in some task lighting.
There’s nothing sexy about eye strain, so this one is essential. We like how this vintage brass fixture adds some shine to the mix and makes it feel more lived in.
Brass Lamp: Vintage
Pick a throw pillow.
It’s the easiest way to set the tone and adds some much-needed back support. We like this one because it picks up the color of the rug and adds texture.
Pillow: Square Washed Texture Pillow, Target, $19.99
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