New Year's Resolutions Through Design - Read More IN 2023
Design by byrdesign
I can’t be the only one who started out 2022 saying I would read a book a month, just to barely finish one book for the year… But what if I had a cozy reading nook?? I’m thoroughly convinced that would have made all the difference, so I’m rounding up the best reading nook inspiration photos for anyone that has proclaimed THIS IS THE YEAR I’M FINALLY GOING TO READ MORE. Whether it’s a light and bright window seat, or a dark and moody library room, adding a spot dedicated to getting lost in a book will definitely get you reading more in 2023.
The window Seat
If you prefer to get some vitamin D while accomplishing your New Year’s resolution to read more, then creating a window seat might be for you. A big comfy chair near a bright window works too! Either way, adding a bench or chair with extra throw pillows and blankets will create an inviting spot to take an afternoon reading break.
Design by Von Fitz Design
Design by Von Fitz Design
Design by Commune Design Photography by Stephen Kent Johnson
The Under the Stairs Nook
For anyone who wants to escape through a good book (and has a two story house), a nook under the stairs might be the perfect spot. It’s usually wasted space anyways, so why not create your own little reading spot that feels hidden and magical.
Design by Wildflower Home
Design by Sara Bengur Interiors Photography by David Meredith
Design by Rita Koenig and architect Gil Schafer Photography by Eric Piasecki
Design by Jennifer Martinez Interiors Photography by Julie Soefer
Design by Chloe Warner Photography by Lorie Joliet
The MOody Library
Turning a spare room into a dark, dramatic library isn’t for everyone, but it sure puts reading on the forefront of your mind. For the ultimate old-school romantic, a library room will turn you into the reader you’ve always wanted to be. And if not, at least it looks really impressive!
Design by Elizabeth Lawson Photography by Jennifer Hughes
Design by Sparrow Lane Interiors Photography by Stephanie Brown
Design by Lauren Liess Photography by Helen Norman
Builder: PCH Construction Design: Jake Arnold Photography: Michael Clifford
Putting it all together
It only takes a few simple elements to create your own reading nook – a big cozy chair or bench, lighting, a pile of pillows, and a super soft throw blanket. I put together the below moodboard using all IKEA furniture and decor, proving a chic, moody reading nook can be affordable as well! I hope this inspires you to create your own special spot that will get you excited to curl up with a book at the end of the day.
Click to shop: Checkerboard Wallpaper // Bookcases // Chair // Floral Pillow // Red Pillow // Throw Blanket // Side Table // Lamp // Sconce // Rug // Faux Plant // Plant Stand // Framed Botanical Print // Staircase Print // Gold Frame // Hot Air Balloon Print // Framed Butterfly Print
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