The first days of autumn make you want to curl up on the armchair with your favorite book. Here's how to create the perfect reading nook

Nonfiction, novels, detective stories, thrillers: whatever your genre, it is important to be able to count on a reading nook, where you can retreat when at home you just want to be quiet and concentrate.

Even more so in a meditative and contemplative season such as autumn. Imagine the scene: it's raining and dark outside and you, with your favorite book in your hands, get lost in the pages. But how do you create a reading nook worthy of the name, therefore enveloping, elegant and super comfortable?

We have collected some tips for you towards the perfect reading nook. And don't worry, you don't need a dedicated room (the classic library): a mini niche equipped with art is enough.

How to build a warm reading area: furnishings and colors

To immerse yourself in reading you need to be able to count on a small bubble of intimacy and quiet. And so far everyone agrees. But how to realize this idea in an ad hoc space?

The first step to set up a reading corner involves the selection of a few, but fundamental furnishing elements. A comfortable armchair is an absolute must: opt for a model with soft and enveloping lines, perhaps covered in velvet, leather or natural fabric, in order to make you feel protected and pampered during autumn reading marathons.

If space allows, combine the armchair with a footrest, with the specific aim of adding a comfort detail.

As for the color palette of the reading area, we recommend neutral and anti-stress shades such as beige and off-white, but if you love the idea of ​​a reading corner with a more classic and vintage aesthetic, green and burgundy can be worthy options (the effect will be more British).

It is better to avoid bright and pop colors, overstimulating: reading requires concentration, as we know.

How to create a welcoming and refined reading corner: ultra practical tips

Those who love reading know how important it is to have a well-thought-out reading corner, which not only guarantees maximum comfort, but also manages to convey that feeling of intimacy and refinement that invites reading.

But how do you create it at home? Here are some practical suggestions to transform a simple space into a real refuge for the mind.

Furniture and colors: the elegance of minimalism

The first step to setting up a reading corner is choosing the furnishings. A cozy armchair is a must: opt for a model with soft and comfortable lines, perhaps in velvet or natural fabric, that can pamper you during long reading sessions. If space allows, combine a footrest or a chaise longue for extra comfort.

As for colors, it is better to focus on neutral and relaxing shades such as beige, pearl gray or sage green, which promote relaxation and do not distract the eye. A palette of colors that are too bright could make the environment less welcoming and, above all, tire the eyes.

Studying the right lighting

Being able to count on the correct lighting is an essential element of the reading area: it is forbidden to neglect this detail. Too cold or direct lights should be banned, which tend to create annoying reflections on the pages, not to mention that they are the opposite of relaxing.

The ideal would be a floor lamp with a flexible arm, which allows you to direct the light where needed, or a table lamp with a diffuser, which offers soft and uniform lighting. If possible, also take advantage of natural light: create a reading area near a window, shielding direct sunlight with light curtains, preferably in linen or cotton, to keep the environment bright and, at the same time, guarantee a strong privacy effect.

Books on display and the inevitable soft elements

A reading corner cannot be considered complete without the use offabrics and materials that add warmth, softness and comfort. Even more so now that we are entering the cold and rainy season. Wool or cashmere blankets, cushions and thick rugs in natural fibres are the perfect elements to create a welcoming atmosphere, in an invitation to reading and calm.

You can't forget a bookcase, if space allows, or a couple of shelves on which to proudly display your favourite volumes. Also because it is known that books furnish and immediately make a home. If you feel a bit Marie Kondo you can group them by colour or size or, more classically, create a library by author. The choice is yours and happy reading!