Home libraries are a wonderful addition to any household and for every bibliophile out there it’s simply a must-have.
Nothing beats reading in terms of escaping the chaos of daily life for a few hours and getting lost in a world of fantasy. And for those with kids, studies consistently show that children who grow up in homes with many books do much better in school.
Home libraries don’t have to be dark, cluttered and unsightly. Here are a few tips to create a home library that will turn a part of your home into a peaceful and beautiful sanctuary:
Shelving
There are a number of ways to go when it comes to shelving but ideally you want to pick one wall to use exclusively. It doesn’t necessarily have to be in its own room, you can choose to dedicate an unused wall in your dining or living room.
Floor-to-ceiling shelving is an absolute delight and gives you the most amount of options in terms of surrounding space. It also gives you the option to add a rolling ladder to really bring your Disney Princess dreams to life!
Arranging
The trendiest and most popular way to arrange the books in your DIY Library is to arrange them by colour. This strategy keeps your library from looking cluttered and disorderly and instead keeps everything looking and feeling fresh. This look is especially visually pleasing when using white shelving.
Extras
Other essentials for your home library is to make sure that there’s enough comfortable seating, whether it’s plush couches and chairs or a couple of poufs. Cosiness is an absolute must, so remember to add a few accessories to enhance the ambience, such as fairy lights, candles and miniature succulents. There is also, of course, nothing better than curling up with a good book and a cup of tea so be sure to add a few side tables as well. Ensure that the colour choices you make with furnishings are solid and neutral so that they won’t clash with your bookshelf.
And lastly, of course, remember to add plenty of adequate lighting.
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