Make a Reading Corner at Home

If you are a bookworm and you like to relax at home, inspired by the different words of classics or modern authors, we have prepared for you some great ideas to help you make your own reader corner at home.

How to Make Your Reading Area?

The first thing that you need to do when preparing a reading corner is choosing a place where you can stay alone, dream, feel comfortable and relax. The place that will become a reading corner should make you feel calm and relaxed. All you have to do is to choose the location in your home that inspires you to read.

The next issue is to try to meet the basic requirement - natural light. When selecting the perfect place for reading at home, the most important requirement, which you should consider is its proximity to natural light. You should always try to use the natural day light to read a book, instead of using the lamp. However, direct light is not recommended, as it could damage your eyes. Find a place that is near the windows and use appropriate blinds or curtains to make the light softer.

When you choose the perfect spot for the corner, you need to choose the furnishing. You do not need to buy new furniture, but consider adapting an old chair or sofa for that space. You will have a little space of a few square meters, which can accommodate a comfortable chair or couch, stand for books, refreshments and a vase with a few fresh flowers.

Choose your favourite chair in which you feel most comfortable. It could be rocking, leather or armchair, its most important requirement is to be handy, relaxing and comfortable. In addition to the chair you may get an adjustable stool to raise you tired legs when reading. A pillow and a soft blanket will also be a great addition to corner.

If you tend to read before sleep or during the night when the natural light is not appropriate, it is necessary to get an appropriate lamp. Choose one that has soft light and does not damage your eyes.

If you have a garden or a big balcony, you may also prepare a reading corner outside your house. When the weather is good, it is very pleasant to read outside. You will only need a comfortable chair or sofa and your favourite book.

My name is Frederico Rodgers and I think that while the old saying "your home is your fortress" may be accurate, your living space is much more than that. It is a projection of your inner-self, therefore it is important to keep it clean and refresh the surrounding atmosphere by making home improvements as often as you can.