25 Cozy Reading Nook Ideas for Even the Smallest Spaces

Though a true book lover could curl up just about anywhere for hours on end, there's a reason why certain spots—a hammock between two trees or a plush armchair beside the fire, for example—are ripe for reading. These areas are comfortable and feel special—like they were put on this earth just for turning pages.

If your home lacks a spot that evokes those sorts of feelings, don't despair. Creating a cozy reading nook in your bedroom, living room, or even an unused corner of your attic is easy.

Sure, you can go the extravagant route, hiring a contractor to construct a built-in bench under the stairs or totally transform a closet into your own personal library. But some of the most inspiring reading corners are actually way less fussy. For toddlers and kids, consider a simple floor cushion under a canopy, a fluffy blanket-lined teepee, or even a DIY hammock. For adults, a sophisticated leather armchair styled with easy-to-grow indoor plants or a colorful window seat do just the trick.

No matter which reading nook route you go, grab the next book on your list, a cup of tea, and consider yourself warned: If you couldn't put that novel down before, good luck now.