Reading Nooks

Is there anything more heavenly than curling up in a sunny little spot with a good book? When fall starts to come back around I always find myself gravitating toward the bright, sun-drenched side of my couch, inevitably grabbing a novel along the way. I’ve often thought how lovely it would be to have a dedicated spot just for reading.

Reading Nooks

My requirements for the ideal reading nook include lots of natural light, somewhere cozy to sit (oversized chair, pile of pillows, etc.), a place to rest my books and snacks, and a blanket to wrap up in. Even better, that it be unplugged – no laptops, iPods, or TVs nearby. There’s something about being away from all the electronics (as much as I love them) that makes the experience ethereal for me.


Reading Nooks


What about you? Where do you find yourself returning to in your home when the air starts to chill?

{images via apartment therapy, suziebeezie, stephmodo, cherry coloured, decorology, apartment therapy}

Post by guest blogger: Meredith Church from Lily Jane

21 comments:

Magatha-May said...

I love that over stuffed arm chair - gorgeous

Tracey said...

Such a great idea. A nook just for reading. x

Unknown said...

How lovely! Luckily, the weather's still nice enough in New York to read in the park. With a pumpkin spice latte by my side: perfection! xo

Piper Larson said...

I just love the idea of a reading nook. And I so agree about the need to keep electronics out of such an area. As the weather has started to cool, I've been working on re-decorating our master bedroom to give the whole room a cozier look. I think it will soon be a place I will want to escape to this fall and winter.
XO Piper

In Full Bloom by MJL said...

The room in that top picture is amazing! I love the huge window. It looks like the perfect place to sit in a sunbeam and get wrapped up in a book.

Joanna said...

How funny, I just blogged about my own ideal reading nook just the other day. Cozy chair? Check. Sun-drenched spot? Check. Transporting and absorbing book at your elbow....with maybe a glass of wine or mug of hot coco? Check, check, check!

J. Rene' said...

That pillow that looks like a sheep dog! Greatest thing ever! I want to be there!

http://thewandererdiaries.blogspot.com/

Juliet {the juliet notes} said...

Love that overstuffed chair!! Makes me want to stop what I'm doing and grab a book right now.

i'm zandri said...

lovelovelove the armchair & colourful pillows. I've been known to move into a house simply because it had a bay window seat!

Carolynn Cecilia said...

the photo at the very tippy-top has me falling off my chair! i am dying over how stunning those windows are! and that view?! the sunlight?! the crispness of it all!

that is so much more than a reading nook. it's a reverie!

A Flourishing Perspective said...

Yes! If I'm not outside reading I find myself sitting in the most sun-drenched nook of my couch. All of these are beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

XOXO-
Rachel

MANDY said...

Just divine !!!

Anna Caroline {Design Studio 210} said...

I so agree with you, a reading nook unplugged sounds relaxing and charming in it's own way. My favorites are the top- and second picture. I can see myself on occasions also taking a good nap there ;)

didi said...

Love this idea and sure beats dragging my mini portable heater frm room to room to get cozy while reading..

Pancakes For Recess said...

Absolutely dreamy... Everyone needs a perfect place to pick up a book.

Samantha said...

I've always wanted a reading nook. The first one is precious!

-Samantha
http://sincerelysamantha.com

carolyn said...

love these! i just finally was able to create a reading nook in my new bedroom and am just searching for the perfect lamp. great ideas here :)

Jessie-Lee said...

All those windows are amazing! I wish I had a view like some of those.

Kirsten @ Triple Max Tons said...

That top photo is all sorts of amazing...makes me want to curl up there and never leave. So jealous of all that natural light....lucky ducks!
-Kirsten
http://triplemaxtons.blogspot.com/

Sweet Freak said...

I'm wrecked - all I want to do now is curl up, read a little, and then doze off...

JM said...

That first nook is unbelievable! I want to leave work right now & go find a place of my own :)

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