Showing posts with label Reading. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Reading. Show all posts

Friday, May 9, 2014

Reading Corner Design Ideas For Small Space

We realized we haven’t paid any attention to good books lately, which is why we decided to make a post especially for them. In our opinion, every home should be enriched by a bookcase, no matter how minimalist its design would be. Most people prefer reading in bed before sleep or taking a good book outside and find the coziest park bench. But what if you could have the perfect “erudition” place within your reach, conveniently integrated in your own crib? In this post we decided to showcase some of the most beautiful reading corners we encountered while researching for Freshome ideas. We narrowed it down to 35 amazing photos of reading corners that we find extremely inviting. Some of them feature stylish armchairs, others just interesting floor arrangements. We even have examples of reading corners which were improvised on the windowsill. Enjoy the photos!















Reading Corner : " Fashionable and Comfy Recamier Reading Corner "

There are few activities as relaxing and stimulating as reading. Those who enjoy it so much usually have their own special reading corner within their crib, a place where they like to get lost in the fascinating words of who knows what authors. What you see in the photos below is a combination between a comfortable chaise-longue and a shelving system, creating the “Recamier Reading Corner” from designer Inbar Paradny Kalomidi. With this type of furniture item, reading will seem more intense than ever, as the ergonomics of this design ensures maximum body comfort and a high level of concentration. The uncommon reading corner looks perfect for the living room and when it is not in use by one of the passionate “readers” within the home, it can serve as a regular sitting item. With the shelves near by, all of the user’s favorite books are easy to reach and so are other items that can be used during reading intermissions.-


Sunday, April 6, 2014

Reading Books and Home Library Areas

Reading books and home library areas are the perfect place to kick back and escape from the real world with a work of fiction, or to huddle down and study those textbooks. However you’d like to use your book nook, this compilation should hold some inspiration on how to make the most of your little–or large–library.
Via Andre Rosh
If you don’t have enough floor space to dedicate a large area solely to your reading place, then how about just one chair? This rack chair is a quirky way to hold your reading material close at hand without encroaching on the rest of the room.

Via K-Kvadrat
If you have a small corner to dedicate, a comfortable chair by a bookcase is the obvious solution, but don’t forget the overhead task lighting to prevent eyestrain.

Via Perseverance

There’s nothing like snuggling up next to a roaring fire with a good book!

Via Alexander Dzivnel

Via Wix

Via William O’Brien JR
Remember to choose a calm area of the home to allow you to concentrate–this setup next to a serene garden is just blissful.

Awkwardly shaped and sized spots lend themselves perfectly to the function of a book nook. All you need is a comfy place to park yourself and some clever bespoke shelving to house your book collection.

Via Arie K 

Via Tofree


By Vitaly Svyatyuk

Via Emonimo

 Via Romi3d  | Source: home-designing

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Reading Corner Design Ideas For Small Space

We realized we haven’t paid any attention to good books lately, which is why we decided to make a post especially for them. In our opinion, every home should be enriched by a bookcase, no matter how minimalist its design would be. Most people prefer reading in bed before sleep or taking a good book outside and find the coziest park bench. But what if you could have the perfect “erudition” place within your reach, conveniently integrated in your own crib? In this post we decided to showcase some of the most beautiful reading corners we encountered while researching for Freshome ideas. We narrowed it down to 35 amazing photos of reading corners that we find extremely inviting. Some of them feature stylish armchairs, others just interesting floor arrangements. We even have examples of reading corners which were improvised on the windowsill. Enjoy the photos!















Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Reading Corner : " Fashionable and Comfy Recamier Reading Corner "

There are few activities as relaxing and stimulating as reading. Those who enjoy it so much usually have their own special reading corner within their crib, a place where they like to get lost in the fascinating words of who knows what authors. What you see in the photos below is a combination between a comfortable chaise-longue and a shelving system, creating the “Recamier Reading Corner” from designer Inbar Paradny Kalomidi. With this type of furniture item, reading will seem more intense than ever, as the ergonomics of this design ensures maximum body comfort and a high level of concentration. The uncommon reading corner looks perfect for the living room and when it is not in use by one of the passionate “readers” within the home, it can serve as a regular sitting item. With the shelves near by, all of the user’s favorite books are easy to reach and so are other items that can be used during reading intermissions.-