Create your Perfect Sanctuary

Picture this, you are curled up with a cup of tea, your favourite book and tucked away in a world of your own. You have a blanket over you for extra comfort, a calming playlist is on low in the background. A cosy reading nook should exude calm, somewhere to take time for yourself away from the pressures of everyday life and to reset after a busy day. A reading nook is a specific spot in your home that invites you in to escape reality, read on to find out how to curate your own…

Selecting the Perfect Spot
Firstly, you need to decide on a spot in your home. Ideally there would be plenty of natural light, such as a window seat or you could utilise an overlooked spot – perhaps under a dormer window at the top of the landing. It is helpful to think back to some of the times you have read the most and draw on that to inspire your nook. Reading on holiday comes to mind for us, emulating calming neutrals along with luxurious finishes. Wherever you choose, most importantly, it should be somewhere you will not be disturbed.
Layered Lighting
Layered lighting allows you to create soft and subtle levels of light in your space, to not only create mood and atmosphere, but giving you control over the flexibility of the space, allowing you to use the space from the day through to the evening as the natural light changes.
To set the perfect tone, combine natural daylight with warm, ambient lighting; we recommend using directional wall lights alongside pendant lights to achieve the perfect balance for reading or relaxing.
Soft Furnishings and Textures
By adding soft furnishings, you are not only adding to the overall look of the space you are also making it inviting and cosy. Think tactile, natural textures - a thick pile rug to sink your feet into, layered linen cushions and a soft wool throw for ultimate comfort, finishing with a sheepskin for your chair to enhance that luxe feel.

If your space is by a window, consider some linen curtains for privacy if overlooked, but also to add depth and dappled light if the sun directly shines in.
Go Green
To add depth to the nook, why not add some greenery? If space is at a minimum, having a floor or wall planter will bring nature in without taking up critical shelf or table space needed for your books. Not only do they look great, but they also serve a purpose too. Plants are natural air purifiers, Peace Lilies, Aloe Vera, and Spider plants are among the best in the house plant world as they are both beautiful and easy to care for.

Stay Organised
To keep your space inviting you in time after time, it is crucial to keep it organised - shelving with your go to reads on display, a side table for your mug of tea or even a little basket for your blanket will keep you coming back. Try utilising the space you have by having some multifunctional pieces of homeware, such as a blanket basket with a top, creating another surface to place your belongings.


The Raya Wall Light, inspired by the planets and moon, adds a calming celestial vibe to the space whilst emitting a calming warm illumination. Pair this with the Loer Crescent Pendant for the ultimate other worldly feel.
Ultimately your reading retreat should tell your story, it should effortlessly showcase your personality and style. It should be a space you cannot wait to get to and somewhere you never want to leave. Somewhere where your mind drifts off, where the real world doesn't exist - if only for 20 minutes…
Posted: 22.09.23
Updated: 02.05.25