Escape to Your Home Library & Indulge in Great Literary Pieces
While the thought of a home library may conjure images of classic wood-panelled walls and wingback chairs, there are actually a vast range of options for a room centred around books and places they take us.
Custom shelving, tailored to your particular style of book storage and display make for a smart, sophisticated and functional atmosphere. A built-in reading nook feels enchanting, a perfect place to settle in with the latest bestseller or the classic novel you’ve always wanted to read. A bespoke desk and cabinetry with intelligently placed outlets complete the scene for a library that can double as a home office.
Lighting technology has come a long way since the era of candle and firelight. Nowadays, with the magic of changeable LED lights, you can have a well-lit room for reflection by day and a moody space for repose by night. LED string lights tucked discreetly above bookshelves or a ceiling soffit offer choices of color and brightness for virtually any mood or task. A table lamp illuminates a page while dimmable overhead lights light up the room – and both are easy to modify for your focus of the moment.
Music is also an essential part of the ambiance. A built-in sound system with inconspicuous controls maintains a relaxing atmosphere without intrusive technology. After all, sometimes listening to your favorite album can be as rejuvenating as reading your favorite book, and it’s welcoming when sharing the space with guests.
Create an inviting sense of comfort with warm, textured textiles and refined furnishings. Include attractive seating for guests, but give your favorite reading chair or loveseat a special spot. Beautiful wallpaper can soften a room acoustically as well as visually.
Although the function of a home library has expanded over the years, its fundamental purpose remains the same– a place of reading, mental engagement and tranquility.
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