8 Cozy Home Library Ideas That You Won't Believe

If you are a book lover, then you probably have dreams of the perfect home library where you can spend countless hours ensconced in a comfy chair reading your favorite stories. It doesn’t have to be just a dream though. You don’t need to have a mansion to have a home library. From big to small spaces, there are a lot of innovative ways to create a library in your home.

Check out these cozy home library ideas:

1. Elevated Space

Urban spaces are often tight with unusual architectural design to make most of the square footage available. For this contemporary home office, the owners transformed a small elevated platform into a cozy little library. Notice how the book shelves are built into the wall around a window seat which opens up the space a little more.

2. Floor to Ceiling Books

If you don’t have a lot of space for a library, but love the idea of floor to ceiling book shelves then consider putting these dark wood book shelves along a wall in your traditional living room. They would also work in a cozy den. Notice that you can also use some of the shelves to display memorabilia and other favorite items.

3. An Old-World Library

If you have a room to spare in your home, then why not go all at and create a Victorian Style library with the rich cherry woods, luxurious area rugs and sumptuous couches and window dressings. Add in even more old world vibes with a candelabra chandelier.

4. Step into an Austen Novel

If you have always been fascinated by the world of Jane Austen, then this library will make you feel like you stepped into the pages of one of her novels. With a white fireplace set off by the soft blue walls and cozy armchair and window seat, reading in here will always be a pleasure.

5. A Cozy Nook

This library in a very narrow space shows that square footage really doesn’t matter. Notice how only one small reading chair is placed between the book shelves so as not to overwhelm the space. And the narrow but tall window just above the chair gives the room some dramatic flair.

6. Bi-level Library

Doesn’t feel so decadent to have not just one level but two levels of books? With all the warm woods and colorful books, this space looks perfect for hours of reading. Notice the curved ornate stairs that adds some elegance to the room.

7. Peaceful Tranquility

The soft greys and other neutrals in this palette, make this library a soft soothing place to hang out. Photos and art work as well as a fur throw are added for extra color and texture. Who wouldn’t like to hang out here?

8. Piles of Books Everywhere

In this home, book clutter is a good thing. In fact piles of books are part of the design. If you don’t have enough shelving to house all your books, then just pile them up. Notice how the soft mustard color of the walls helps soften the room even with all the piles.

Cowhide Rugs Can Complement Any Library

For the ultimate cozy home library, add a cowhide rug to warm up the floors and add layers of texture and sophisticated to the space. Did you know that there is a lot versatility in the colors and patterns of cowhide, making it perfect to complement any style library.

Most commonly natural cowhide rugs come in black, white, brown and white, tri-color, brown-white and black, and brindle. If you are more adventurous, you can even get cowhide rugs dyed a bright color like pink or one that is acid metallic washed. They even come in patchwork.

Cowhide rugs can also do double duty as wall coverings and as throw rugs. Cowhide is rich in texture and is very soft to the touch so it brings a touch of luxury to any. For a more subtle look stick to a black and white or all white rug, but if you want to play around with color go with a brindle or spotted cowhide rug. This way you are adding some extra colors and patterns without it being an overkill.

In addition, cowhide rugs are very durable and last a long time so they are often passed down has family heirlooms which would be an added plus. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box and have some fun with your decorating.

Another thing that makes cowhide rugs so great is that they can be used in just about any room in the house from the living room to the bedroom and work on top of a carpet or on a hardwood or tile floor.

Cowhide rugs can be a big investment so it is important to make sure you get a quality one that will last for generations to come. Here are some tips for ensuring that you pick a quality cowhide rug:

• Know where the cowhide is coming from - Experts agree that the highest quality cowhide rugs come from Brazil, Argentina, Columbia and France so make sure you know where yours is coming from. Top manufacturers will use special chrome salts and oils in the tanning process for the highest quality and softest hides. Also look for companies that are against animal cruelty and who only use skins from cows who were raised for their meat and milk. It is important to look into the background of the company you are considering purchasing from.
• Test the quality of the cowhide - There are different ways you can test the quality of the cowhide. You can do the bunch test where you bunched the rug up and then let it fall out. High quality rugs will fall out naturally without any wrinkles. You can also do a smell test to see if it smells like genuine leather. Don’t worry you will be immediately able to tell the difference. You should also look at the coat. If it appears shiny and health then you probably have a good quality hide.

Because you are most likely going to order your cowhide rug online, it is important to go with a company that has a good return policy. That way you can do these quality tests once you receive your cowhide rug and be reassured that you can always return the rug if it doesn’t pass the tests to your satisfaction.

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