Creating a reading nook is 100% personal. To be honest, I created this one to fill an empty space. Our master bedroom is huge and personally, could be much smaller. Being that it is so large we have two very awkward corners to fill. I have been debating buying matching chairs and tables but thought that might be too obvious and too cohesive. So these two corners have been neglected for months as I gave up the search and energy to try to figure out what to do with them. However, when I received this Acapulco Chair from AllModern the first space that came to mind to place it was the corner in the master. Since we have very neutral furniture and very dark wall I thought the contrast would be perfect. Also, the other pieces in our room are pretty retro which makes this the perfect companion piece.
Now, I don’t know the first thing about reading nook because I am not the biggest reader. I keep trying to force myself to finish a new book every so often but I always have the hardest time staying awake – usually because I am in bed and bed signals sleep. I always loved seeing pictures of rooms which would have a little chair to drink coffee in or catch up on your latest book. I never jumped to creating this space for myself because I wasn’t a reader and didn’t know exactly what I would need but it was always in the back of my mind. When this Acapulco chair arrived and I put it in this corner I was instantly inspired. Not only to finish that book which is still sitting on my night stand after months of neglect but also to create a space which was conducive to doing so. The one thing I think a reading nook MUST be is comfy. And the one thing I know about this chair is that it is SO.DAMN.COMFY. So I knew I had the perfect solution.
I originally started designing the space around a lucite side table I own but I wasn’t obsessed with the way the angles were hitting each other. Growing quite frustrated I called my interior decor savor, Molly, for suggestions. She recommend a pile of books. Being that I am a slight hoarder when it comes to coffee table books I thought this was genius. I really love the way the books add pops of color to the otherwise monotone space and also represent what the indented purpose of the space is for – to read. I definitely think the corner needs a little rug or something but for now I am so inspired to cuddle up with this snuggly throw and open a book.
Like I said, reading nook are 100% personal to what your taste and style are. But I do recommend trying to create a space which is not only unique but also stays true to the decor around it. If you are struggling with making it cozy and cohesive I suggest grabbing a pile of books and a garden stool (I love this one) to stack them on or a great blanket and fresh flowers (in similar tones to your paint).
I hope you have enjoyed this mini-series of different ways to style your Acapulco Chair. Wherever you decide to place your Acapulco Chair and however you style it I am positive it will be a hit. It is one of the most unique and versatile pieces in my home and I am so excited to use it for years to come! For more colors or styles check out this selection and feel free to e-mail me with any questions!
