A reading corner is a place to unplug. A place to relax, let go and immerse yourself in another world of books, newspapers and magazines. We all have many things buzzing in our heads during the day, we experience stressful situations and hectic activities. It is all the more important to have an oasis of peace at home that balances daily stress and ensures better mental health.
In this guide article you can discover how to set up a permanent oasis of peace in your home in the form of a reading corner, which furnishing elements are essential and further advice on how to achieve it.
Comfortable seats for the reading corner
A reading corner as a place of peace and relaxation requires comfortable seating. A comfortable sofawhich is large enough to rest your legs and possibly leave room for your pet to crawl, is definitely the right seating element.
If you get tired too quickly when lying down, then a good one is fine padded armchair the best solution. Regardless of whether it is a single chair, a bergère or a round chair, it is important to ensure that it has a place to rest your elbows so that reading a book does not become too tiring after a short time.
If you still want to rest your feet on an armchair, we recommend purchasing a footstool. There are also footstools that offer integrated space for storing blankets, reading glasses, magazines or similar – also known as Ottoman.
For your upholstered reading corner it is best to always choose a textile covering: wool, polyester, linen or suede are suitable coverings. However, smooth, cold skin can become uncomfortable. If you have enough space in your reading corner, you can give free rein to your creativity and, for example, stack mattresses, Bean bags or place a hammock.
The right bookcase for the reading corner
In addition to a comfortable seat, the most important thing is finding the right storage options for books. This can be handled in very different ways; you have little space in your reading corner, then we recommend individual ones Wandbritter attach. If you wish, you can first measure the height of your books and then choose the appropriate distance between the shelves. Of course, you can also use the wall panels to combine decorative objects. These look especially beautiful among books. Also Bookends they are not only a beautiful decorative element on your bookshelf, but are also particularly practical as they offer books additional support. They come in a wide variety of designs, so they also beautify the bookcase itself as a useful side effect.
As a space-saving storage option for books and magazines Storage baskets a good choice A large basket made of raffia, rattan or fabric not only looks great, but can easily be transformed into a blanket container or a pot for a beautiful house plant if necessary. Likewise it has one Wooden box Multiple uses: practical for storing magazines, newspapers or books or as a rustic shelf or coffee table.
If you’re lucky enough to have a lot of space available, then that’s nice large library an absolute must! It is better to choose a bookcase with a minimalist design and enrich it with colorful books, bookends, paintings and other elements. If after a few months you no longer like the colors, it is not necessary to buy a new piece of furniture, just change the choice of decoration.
Decoration and other furnishing elements for the reading corner
Decorating is a great way to add an individual and personal touch to your reading nook, but the well-known saying «less is more» applies.
The reason for this is the stimuli that bright colors or many objects scattered around generate in our brain. We get distracted more quickly and are unable to calm down. Of course, that doesn’t mean you can’t unleash your creativity. Listen to yourself and find out what distracts you and what doesn’t.
For relaxation it is important to have a quiet place neutral and soft tones realize. The color of the walls also has a significant influence on the perception of a room as welcoming. Pale pink, light yellow, sky blue, sage green and all earth tones are particularly recommended as wall colors. Our senses should be positively stimulated while relaxing, which is why there is a great feel-good factor soft carpet represents. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a long-pile rug or soft sheepskin or lambskin: the rug evokes a secret feeling in us and protects against cold feet, especially in winter.
To further increase the feel-good factor, a cozy blanket is the perfect companion. Blankets give us a feeling of security and this in turn reduces our stress levels in the brain.
If you have enough space, set up a repurposed coffee table or stool. You can put glasses, a plate for a small snack, reading glasses or a charging station for e-readers. The more organized your space, the more relaxed you will feel.
What most people certainly don’t think about is the right scent for the room. Room fragrances are available in a wide variety of olfactory blends, with very different contents and materials. An (ambient) perfume primarily addresses our subconscious and can therefore have a lasting influence on our mood. A suitable room scent can help us calm down and relax after a stressful day at work and is therefore a furnishing element that should not be overlooked.
Lighting for the reading corner
Regardless of whether you are reading a book printed on paper or reading an e-reader, good lighting is essential in a reading nook. If there is little or no lighting, our eyes have to work harder to read. This in turn feels exhausting. Lights that are too bright can also have a disruptive effect on the peaceful atmosphere. If possible, place the sofa or chair near a window to enjoy natural light. The coffee tables are ideal for placing a table lamp. At best, you can rotate it so that its beam of light falls on the pages of your book. Likewise, floor lamps create beautiful islands of light that create a warm and relaxed atmosphere. You should avoid very bright ceiling lights or generic LED lights with a cold beam in your reading nook. If you don’t have space for a floor or table lamp and only have ceiling lighting options, we recommend purchasing a pendant lamp. Pendant lights with large lampshades not only prevent you from being blinded, but can also be a beautiful decorative element in your reading corner.
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