You don’t need to be tired of lockdown to appreciate the time spent reading. In fact, now can be the perfect time to enhance your reading experience by taking some time to invest in where you read by creating a little Pinterest reading corner at home.

A lovely little reading corner within your home can be a wonderful thing to establish. The best part? You don’t need to spend over the odds to achieve it. Of course, some things really do help and are thoroughly worth investing in. Viewing the homepage for the best window designers and installers could help you get much more natural light in your gorgeous reading space, allowing you spend time here without straining your eyes – no matter the time of day.

It can also be interesting to see what people prioritize when establishing their own reading space. For some, a large and ornate bookshelf is the thing to add, especially when they have hundreds of books they enjoy sorting through (some of which may be stored in less elegant places like boxes under the bed). That said, with the following advice, we’re sure you can fit your own specifications while still gleaning some wonderful tips for this most lovely of reading spaces:

The Chair

It’s all about the chair, and how comfortable you are when reading on it. Remember that a chair doesn’t necessarily have to be ultra-padded and soft for you to enjoy sitting in it. If your chair sinks four inches every time you sit on its pillow, it could be that you feel a little too enclosed and are liable to fall asleep.

Reading is an alert activity, and it takes brainpower. Furthermore, you’ll likely be sat for hours in this chair if enjoying a real page-turner. For that reason, something supportive is the best option. A nice armchair with appropriate lumbar support and a potential footrest could be your best option here, as it helps you sit for long periods without having to sacrifice the health of your back for pleasure. In that respect, we’d recommend looking for ergonomics over strict padding, but a balance can also be found.

The Table

It’s important to have a lovely table where you can place your refreshments, store your books, and perhaps even take notes if you’re reading for a higher purpose (such as a book club or a study session). 

A nice reading light you can angle and position in your Pinterest reading corner can come in handy during the night, as can little indulgences, like a tray for incense stick holders, a candle space, or only a nearby plug to plug in your coffee warming mat. You’ll no doubt see that with this consideration, your reading corner feels much more suited to you.

The Ambiance

Some people prefer to relax in silence and to read in peace too. This might help them fully envelop themselves in the story. However, it can also be the case that some people prefer a little ambience to help their stories come alive.

Candleholders or coloured LED RGB lighting can add an excellent little addition to your Pinterest reading corner, helping it feel present and comfortable. Situating your corner next to the window to see traffic moving, trees swaying or rain falling can add a beautiful addition that helps you feel time and place, which somehow elevates your escapism into a story.

However, perhaps one of the most promising parts of curating ambience is that of enjoying music. A soundbar or small speaker system you can connect to your phone or laptop through Bluetooth can serve as a wonderful place to enjoy relaxing music, such as the many Fantasy Reading Music playlists on Spotify, or only meditation music to help provide some focus. This can also work for two purposes if you live on a busy street, as you can also block out engine sounds or the general loudness of life when you’re trying to relax into a story.

All The Reading Indulgences You Can Muster

As readers, we tend to view ourselves as pretty easily pleased. Books are relatively cheap and extremely valuable compared to other entertainment forms, and all you really need is a good book to enjoy a good book. That said, little indulgences can add a fair amount to how you read.

A small box of beautiful bookmarks can be a great place to start. Investing in an e-reader to use Kindle store ebooks when appropriate can be great, especially if on a sale. A pair of Bluetooth headphones could help you enjoy an audiobook if you wish to try that out. A small device like a tablet with Goodreads access can help you track your reading. A second chair to read with a friend might also be nice. Don’t feel ashamed to enjoy your little indulgences. They can really make a profound difference.

Remember, your Pinterest reading corner can be anything that creates a cosy and inviting space for you to relax and read in.