I am endlessly inspired by all the creative way books transform a space. So I thought I’d share with you 10 ways to create a cozy home library in your own home.
Cold season is here and I’m ready to create a cozy home library in our home. I’ve been buying books and staking them everywhere. But now I’m ready to create a specific area where I can keep them organized. I also hope my kids would be inspired to grab and explore the world of books.
1. cozy library around a window
I might have pinned this image dozens of times! This is such a beautiful light filled space. I love how the shelves just make the beautiful window stand out while the spines on the books add color to the space.
2. cozy library on a hallway
Sometimes we have to think outside the box when it comes to finding the space for a home library. Because of the small necessary depth, bookshelves can be incorporated almost anywhere, including hallways. This cozy nook adds practicality and charm to a usually underutilized space.
3. cozy library around a door
When furnishing a room, windows and doors can seem to be limits around which we have to work. Except when trying to add a home library. Shelves can adapt to so many shapes and become part of the architecture of the home.
4. create a library in the attic
Attics have such a great potential of becoming the extra space for a hobby, a play room, a home office, or anything we can imagine. A home library in a cozy attic space is my childhood dream! Add a comfy chair and a good reading lamp and you have perfection!
5. cozy library on the staircase
Creating a home library on the staircase is such an ingenious way of utilizing every space to the full potential. This modern Spanish home is such an inspiring example of good design and function.
6. cozy library in the dining room
It feels like one of the least used room in our homes area formal dining rooms. Adding bookshelves on one of the walls can double the function of the space.
7. USE THE HEIGHT OF THE ROOM
This living room lacked any character before Monica, a DIYer built this amazing library. The height of the room seemed to be a disadvantage instead of a beautiful architectural feature. The tall library transformed the space into a stunning feature that you cannot take your eyes off.
8. cozy home library around the couch
When the best layout for a room is having the couch against a wall, it’s time to be creative. A blank wall behind a couch is a perfect opportunity to add a built-in library. Love the simple and clean lines in the light wood built-in above. The sculptural sconces add a surprising quirkiness in a perfect mix of styles.
9. cozy home library around the fireplace
The classic place to incorporate built-ins in a home is around the fireplace. I like the simple look of this library. It’s modern, but still very warm and cozy due to the books, wood beams and wood logs.
10. it is ok to start small
My collection of books is small, but I still think books deserve a beautiful display. Can’t wait to incorporate some of there ideas in my own home. Maybe…just maybe creating an intentional reading nook will help me meet the goal of reading a gazillion books this year!
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Thanks for being here and happy weekend!
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