the reading nook
- rkokonaski
- Aug 31
- 3 min read
I notice the nights are getting cooler, and the leaves are beginning to change color.
Autumn is quietly approaching.
Here in the Pacific Northwest, the days will shorten, and the rain will arrive. That's when I start searching for good books to enjoy during the dark afternoons.
This month, I'm seeking inspiration to create my own "reading nook".
What is a reading nook?
A reading nook is a dedicated, comfortable, and cozy space designed for relaxing and reading books in relative quiet. It can be any secluded spot, like a corner, an alcove, or under a staircase, transformed with a comfy chair, a lamp for lighting, and perhaps a small table for essentials. The goal is to create a personal sanctuary or haven where one can unwind, escape, and enjoy a good book away from the rest of the house's daily activities.
Here are some fun reading
nook ideas
Consider thinking creatively! Why not install a hammock? Locate a peaceful spot to set it up and relish the tranquility of gently swaying while you dive into your latest book.
Abundant cushions and throw pillows establish the ideal setting to immerse yourself in a captivating story.
A hanging chair provides a perfect spot to snuggle up and enjoy your favorite novel.
Closets are a well-kept secret!
This closet is the ideal reading nook, tucked away with walls that help muffle noise.
Seek out unused spaces!
The area beneath the stairs is ideal for a cozy reading nook.
Enhance your nook with artwork, quality lighting, and plush textiles for added comfort.
📷breycollective
A stair landing is an ideal serene spot to relax and immerse yourself in your stories.
Incorporate greenery into your reading nook. Live plants create a tranquil and soothing atmosphere.
A comfortable chair and ottoman alongside a side table make an ideal reading nook setup.
Space for books and a spot for a lovely cup of tea.
📷softandsouthern
The top floor is very quiet.
I adore this attic area with soft bean bags tucked beneath the eaves. It forms the ideal
reading nook.
📷hellohayley
Bay windows and window seats offer excellent natural light and numerous cozy spots to relax.
📷hellohaley
📷bhg/joyellewest
This is my reading nook!
I chose a corner in the dining room that gets plenty of natural light and offers a soothing view. It's a simple spot, but perfect for those overcast afternoons this fall.
📷randiklifestyleblog
Check out "Book Nooks" a complete guide to
nooks and book displays.
Found at Amazon.
September is here!
The beginning of the fall season. I will dust off my boots, bring out my sweaters and enjoy my early afternoons listening to the rain, and immersing myself in a new read, snuggled in my reading nook.
How about you?
Do you have a quiet space to escape the daily stressors with a good book? Maybe there is a nook to discover in your home to call your own.
Happy September!
Resources
cover photo; Debbie Hudson/unsplash, hammock photo; Wise Design, hanging chair photo; I Hate Wednesdays, niche; Restore Decor and More, closet nook photo; The Spruce, under stair nook photo; Architectural Digest, Amy Storm & Company, photography,Stoffer Photography Interiors, bench nook photo; Brey Collective, landing nook photo; Future publishing Ltd, photo James Balston, greenery nook photo; Black & Blooms, attic nook; Hello Hayley, chair & ottoman photo, Soft and Southern, window seat photo; BHG/Joyelle West, bay window photo; Hello Hayley, dining room corner nook photo; randiklifestyleblog, book; "Book Nooks" by Vanessa Dina & Claire Gilhuly, photography, Antonis Achilleous
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