Original library decoration or how to create a magic reading corner at home

For many of us, the home library is more than a storage for our collection of old books ... It represents the portal towards a corner of serenity and satisfaction which allows us not only to escape the frenzy of everyday life,but also to dive into a utopian world.Therefore, the library decoration is just as important as printed works if you want magic to work.In the end, the background is essential for the protagonists to demonstrate the essence of their true characters, right?

Library decoration ideas that enchant the spectator

The library at the contemporary house is most often implemented using a large furniture with several autonomous compartments where you can store books, albums and periodicals that we have accumulated over time.This shelving is above all practical, but when it is well chosen and converted, it can also have a certain decorative value which is not at all to neglect.Here are some examples of this kind that put in full view without at the same time make a compromise with the convenience factor.

Admittedly, this full length library furniture that occupies an entire wall in the living room is very functional and elegant.The upper shelves allow you to exhibit your books, as well as a few small photo frames, while in the bottom, we have practical storage for larger objects such as a laying lamp, an attractive vase or cut, some vintage posters,A favorite jewelry and jewelry box, among others.Note that its immaculate white color corresponds perfectly to the walls which makes it barely visible although it is a mastodonte.

We must admit that the large furniture that goes from floor to ceiling are undoubtedly effective with regard to the storage of books at home.However, they must be chosen carefully, as they can easily "suffocate" the decor because of their important dimensions.So prefer a light construction and do not store it 100% of its capacity.Leave space between the books and fill a few boxes of photo frames, scented candles, porcelain cuts, etc..Remember that you will need a sliding scale to access the highest rays.

Whoever does not recognize the merits of large prefabricated furniture can move towards an alternative option a little more artistic.A completely magnificent possibility is to have a custom storage.Thus, you can integrate it smoothly into your existing interior architecture while enjoying all square centimeters of your walls.The shelves in supervision of the door illustrated above are an excellent example of space optimization while being well decorated thanks to their sage color coinciding exactly with the wall paint.

Naturally, when your living room is not modern style, your library decoration should not be either ... Nothing more aristocratic than a large ancient carved wooden furniture that will receive your favorite volumes.Complete it with a few statuettes, old lamps or other ancient objects and that's it!Remember that textiles in the room must evoke the same era so that the overall design results harmonious.In the following example, velvet dominates, but it is the oil portrait of the favorite author which is the so-called resistance piece of this bohemian show.

Another super-elegant and boho chic option is opting for a fireplace library.Whether your chimney is true or decorative (as is the case presented above), the visual heat emitted by such a design is difficult to match by competition.The other very important advantage of this artistic idea is that you can also enjoy the chimney coat as an additional storage space for your most aesthetic items.Display a graphic or plastic art work, an old candlestick candlestick, an original lamp and so on.

How about this completely flashy library decoration?Animal prints filling the armchairs, pompous drapery with bucolic patterns around the windows and what recalls a religious altar above the fireplace ... And all this action takes place on the bottom of a wall paint halfway betweenThe color Marsala and the cherry pink!Disproportionate luxury or artistic vision that emphasizes eclectic?Anyway, it must certainly be agreed that the colorful decor immediately hangs the look of the amazed observer and that the space resulted somewhat cozy as a whole.

If the jumble of colors and patterns is not exactly your kind, you will probably like a uniform shades where any element corresponds perfectly to the others.This dark blue, whose specific shade can be described as "night sea", is decidedly classy and very impressive as the choice of backdrop.But blue wall paint was not enough to confer the prestige of the noble nuance in question and the inspired decorator decided to use it also for the padded sofa, the library furniture, the carpentry and even the window shutters.The result is completely chic and shock, right?

Are blue shades not to your liking?What do you think of green nuances that are famous for the ability to soothe us by evoking nature?In fact, you can choose all your natural and sober that you prefer to imitate the same effect.Likewise, if your furniture and your floor are in natural wood and your walls are white broken or painted in another light color, you should not even add additional colors through various decorative details.Just store your books by color to form a rainbow gradient and voila!Yes, it's less practical than alphabetical order, but it's very decorative!

It should also be mentioned that amateur decorators must be attentive using dark colors in interior design due to the latter's ability to absorb light.That is to say that by choosing a dark, deep and majestic tone you will also have to assume the negative consequences.Logically, this is worth more if you set up a reading corner where sufficient light is essential.So, to start, compensate for dark tones by installing your corner in front of one or more stripping windows.By the way, the fitted attic is excellent for this goal, provided they are equipped with roof windows or portholes.

In addition, you must surround your reading corner of several artificial light sources to be able to read comfortably even in the evening without feeling eye fatigue.In the long run, your eyes will tell you "Thank you!"»».Normally, we use a suspension or a chandelier as a main light source.In combination with an auxiliary floor lamp, a lamp to put or a nearby wall lamp we get an enlightening duo which is completely sufficient to counterbalance even the darker rooms.Thus, you will end up with a pretty and useful library decoration which advocates comfort and good taste.

Of course, the piece of furniture to sit that the greedy reader will choose for his house library is among the most important elements with regard to the development and decoration of this rest and entertainment space.Aim for a padded relaxed armchair with armrests and add one or more cushions to optimize the feeling of well-being.An ears armchair accompanied by a footrest is ideal for achieving this goal.To get hot in the winter and to enhance the visual attraction, please also add a carpet.Depending on the style of your room, you can choose a kilim or another ethnic carpet, a beast skin, a worn patchwork carpet, a Scandinavian carpet, etc..

Finally, we must remember that the most important thing in library decoration is the unique personal touch that you will add to the design.Design furniture and creative items for hundreds and thousands of euros can simply not spice up the decor as an ancient cache, a table that you have revamped yourself, your first family photo in black and whiteA cover that your grandmother knitted for you.So, give free rein to your imagination and dare decorations that have character, a story to tell ... just like your books!