Imagine a haven that offers the comfort of the indoors and the relaxing view of the outdoors. Then turn that haven into a reading room. It might just the best project for the bookworm in you.
To ensure that your new room has all the elements for total immersion, we have some ideas to inspire you:
Fill the room with a selection of comfortable seating.
If you like to change positions while reading, fill your reading room with different kinds of seating furniture. A Cleopatra seat or a chaise lounge offers a comfortable spot for lying down, while a tub or a Lawson are good options if you’re the type to sit up straight when reading. Having a beanbag chair (or two) on a beautiful rug can also make your reading room look cosier. Of course, no reading room is complete without throw pillows so make sure to add a few.
Keep out the noise.
A reading room should be a haven. Keep the noise and stressors away with noise-reducing curtains. They’re the most cost-effective way to minimise outside noise and absorb indoor sounds. You may also consider padded carpeting and acoustic ceilings. If you want to invest in your noise-proof sanctuary, sound-blocking doors and acoustic deadening panels will do the trick.
Ensure sufficient lighting throughout the day.
The beauty of turning a patio into an enclosure comes from the rich source of natural light coming from the glass doors, walls and windows. Most book lovers, however, love to read well into the night, so select ceiling lights that are advised for reading and place reading lamps near your chairs.
Give your books a lovely home.
Custom shelves dramatically transform sun rooms into a stately reading room. There’s no limit to the types of shelving you can use. For a whimsical look, consider textured fabrics suspended with iron rods. If you prefer a rustic design, using wooden panels suspended by barn rope creates a romantic touch. You can even repurpose items and use wine crates or pipes.
After the basics, it really only takes your imagination to transform your new enclosure into the reading room of your dream.
Ready to bask in your new reading room? Contact Just Patios today and let our expert builders convert your outdoor living area into an indoor sanctuary.