Every house should have a welcoming and whimsical area dedicated to repose. The perfect spot where the owners can recharge in the comfort of their own home. And why not get the best of both worlds by making it as beautiful as possible?
Here are 10 spaces designed with escape in mind to inspire you to create your private little paradise.
1— An Inspiring View
With its novel architecture, this window ledge has proven itself quite useful. It can be used to showcase a collection of decorative objects or for storage. The large wooden boards do an outstanding job of adding warmth to the room. The view of the yard, the soft throw and the cushions complement this arrangement wonderfully.
2— Young at Heart
This vibrant and colourful decor is for those who are still young at heart. The different textures — wood, cotton, the faux cowhide rug — add just the right amount of coziness and energy to the room. All you want to do is sink into those big, plush cushions and pull out something to read from the singular bookcase.
3— What a Great Idea!
This homeowner couldn’t find the right location to store their books until they realized that an unused corner on the second floor was the key. The cherry on top of this design is the built-in daybed. So inviting!
4— Your Three Essentials
You just need three simple things to set up your own home retreat quickly and easily: a comfortable chair, a lamp and a rug. Then bring in decor accessories and a side table (for your coffee!) to enjoy the time you spend there to the full.
5— Just Hanging Around
The hanging chair is the ultimate playful decor accessory that you need in your home. Gently rock yourself while you daydream, cradle a baby, read a book, watch TV… whatever you want!
6— Siesta Time!
Natural light can reinvigorate any tired mind. Dozing under a skylight might even keep the blues at bay. Accessorizes a daybed with some candles and Zen decorative objects to set the mood and you’ll be drifting away in no time.
7 — Ingenious!
When living in a small condo, space is at a premium. Yet this hasn’t stopped this ingenious homeowner for making their relaxation dreams come true. They created an ideal reading nook by a window in an out-of-the-way corner, proving that you don’t need vast empty spaces to chill out: a pleasantly furnished cocoon is enough!
8— Fit for a Sultan!
This Mediterranean-inspired room is a fantastic success owing to the large brown chair, Moroccan-style carpet and natural tones. It’s a great place to lounge away the hours. This type of decor is quite trendy, so feel free to use it to design your own retreat!
9— By the Sea
This mini nook, set under the staircase, is certainly not claustrophobic. On the contrary! It’s begging you to dive right in, no doubt thanks to its beachy feel. With its cream-coloured panelling, soft blue accents and wood details, you can almost smell the salt in air and the warm sand beneath your feet.
10— Enveloping Darkness
Do you need to turn the light down low to bring your energy levels back up, but don’t want to miss out on the benefits of light therapy? Strike the right balance by setting up your little sanctum close to a window and painting the surrounding walls black. Voilà!
The point of creating a relaxation nook inside a home is to provide a space where the owners can get away from it all at the end of a busy day. But if you take the time to make yours beautiful, it will also add to your residence’s value, just as any other exquisitely designed room would.