Reader’s Heaven: Create the Perfect Home Library

For any book lover, being able to have a home library is a dream. Many people might have corners of their home when they can read and store their books. However, not everyone is able to dedicate a whole room to reading. If you’re lucky enough to have a room going spare, there’s a lot you could do to transform it into a library. Even if you only have a small amount of space, you can still make the most of it to create a cozy room. When you’re considering the design of your home library, there are some important things you need to take into account.

Storage

The first thing you’re likely to think about when you create a library is where to put your books. If you’re a real bookworm, you might have a pretty impressive collection. Even in a small room, you can still ensure you have plenty of storage for your books. One of the best things to do is use all the space along your walls for shelves and bookcases. You can use a small ladder to reach the higher shelves. You can also consider other types of storage, such as chests and cases. You might choose to have some easily accessible books in the middle of the room.

Seating

Of course, you need somewhere to sit and read when you enjoy your library. You’ll have to think about how many people might use it at the same time and how you prefer to sit. For some people, a single, comfortable armchair might be enough. But you might prefer a chaise lounge or a sofa. You might need more seating if you have the space and several people might use the library at the same time. Whatever you choose, you need to make sure it’s as comfortable as possible.

Sound System and Electricals

Libraries aren’t necessarily all about paper books. There are other things you might want to consider. For example, perhaps you like listening to audiobooks or radio plays, or you like playing music while you read. A speaker like the Q Acoustics 2020i will fit neatly onto your bookshelves so that it doesn’t dominate the room. You might also use an e-reader or tablet to read, which you need to charge. Making sure you have convenient sockets or charging ports makes it easier to always have your e-reader on hand.

Lighting

You also have to make sure that you have adequate lighting in your home library. You need to be able to read without straining your eyes, whether it’s day or not. During the day, you might want to maximize the natural light in the room. You can ensure you have sunlight coming through the window, as well as using light colors and mirrors to create a lighter room. In the evening, you’ll need lights for better reading. Try to allow different lighting levels, so you can have the room as bright or dark as you want it.

If you’re lucky enough to have a home library, take your time designing it. You can have the perfect room if you consider it carefully.