It is often said that a home is not complete without a library, a place where you retreat to and
enjoy moment of solitude exploring the thoughts of various authors. With plenty of traditional
and contemporary designs available many homeowners are spoilt for choice however, whether
you only use a single shelf as a library, or an entire wall in your living room, there are still some
tips you might find helpful for getting the most out of your home library.
CHOOSE THE PERFECT LOCATION
Before going any further, decide first on where you want your library to be. This not only makes
it more aesthetically pleasing but elevates the interior of your home. It goes without saying that
this location should not only be functional but easy to reach as well.
Try to pick a place that is relatively easy to place furniture, preferably by a window.
PICK A COLOR SCHEME
A lot of people don’t put much thought into the color schemes of their home library, often
going for anything functional, leading to a lackluster décor and no aesthetic appeal. So carefully
decide on what color you want for your library by visualizing how it will complement the
surrounding design.
CREATE SUFFICIENT STORAGE
When building your home library, it’s important to be prudent. It’s not about how many books
you currently have but how many books you intend to have, so ensure you allow room for
maximum storage and proper organization since it can be extremely hard to predict.
GET THE RIGHT LIGHTING
Since your home library will be a place for self-immersion and exploration, lighting is especially
important. You have to ensure your reading nook, couch, or chair is well lit throughout the day
with natural light and warm artificial lighting at night to give off a soft glow yet bright enough to
read by without tiring out your eyes.
FURNITURE LAYOUT IS IMPORTANT
How you position your furniture plays a large role in how to see and enjoy your library. This
stage should be planned out well in advance, so you can find the ideal positions for your
furniture before settling on an ideal location.
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