It may be the frequent witnessing of public urination from all walks of life, the sweat that clings and does not even belong to you in the crammed subway car, or maybe you have stepped in uncleaned dog poo just one too many times, either way, every New Yorker needs a retreat. Unfortunately, in this city, every retreat is also packed with the world you are trying to escape.
Nothing would be more welcome than a space in your own abode to retreat, oh but wait, you only live in a couple hundred square feet. Fear not! Today, we must master the nook: that cozy, cuddly place that you can curl up and escape the cold, cruel world with a glass of wine and a good book. Here are tips to nailing the nook(ie) #seewhatIdidthere these tips serve a dual purpose:
1. Find a hidden spot: To achieve maximum relaxation, it is important to add some separation. Create a spot or find a nook where you cannot be disturbed. Even a corner in your apartment works as long as you make it feel reclusive. Built-in nooks and spaces under the stairs can also be cozied up.
Contemporary Family Room by Charlotte Interior Designers & Decorators Jennifer Harvey Interiors
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Rustic Staircase by Nevada City Design-Build Firms Atmosphere Design Build
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Eclectic Family Room by Sharon Interior Designers & Decorators Heide Hendricks
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Traditional Hall by Bryn Mawr Design-Build Firms E. B. Mahoney Builders, Inc.
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Rustic Bedroom by Sausalito Architects & Building Designers Michael Rex Architects
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Contemporary Living Room by London Design-Build Firms Alex Findlater Ltd
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Victorian Living Room by Boston Architects & Building Designers Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.
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Contemporary Living Room by Houston Interior Designers & Decorators Poet Interiors
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Transitional Family Room by San Francisco Architects & Building Designers Sutro Architects
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Farmhouse Hall by New York Architects & Building Designers Ike Kligerman Barkley
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Contemporary Staircase by Boston Architects & Building Designers Siemasko + Verbridge
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Traditional Home Office by Boston Architects & Building Designers Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.
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2. Ambiance: Establish your style and surround your space with touches that make you feel at ease. Perhaps you like a chic look and should use hanging lights to glitter off metallic pieces that shine or you like a more rustic feel opting for distressed wood floating bookshelves and potted plants or maybe you like a traditional flavor and should line your bookshelves with antiques and ceramics. All of these flairs can be accessorized with a faux sheepskin or shag rug to cozy up your space.
Rustic Family Room by Calgary Interior Designers & Decorators elena del bucchia DESIGN
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Contemporary Family Room by Albuquerque Architects & Building Designers Environmental Dynamics, Inc.
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Craftsman Family Room by Philadelphia Architects & Building Designers Krieger + Associates Architects, Inc.
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Eclectic Bedroom by New York Interior Designers & Decorators TILTON FENWICK
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Contemporary Living Room by Atlanta Architects & Building Designers TaC studios, architects
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Rustic Family Room by Bozeman Architects & Building Designers Miller Architects LTD
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Traditional Hall by Washington Architects & Building Designers Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc
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Contemporary Hall by Jackson Interior Designers & Decorators dwelling
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Traditional Family Room by West Chester Architects & Building Designers Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
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Shabby-chic Style Living Room
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3. Mood lighting: From flickering fireplaces to hanging lights, a winning retreat needs the right illumination. A roaring fire means a warm relaxing aura, a string of lights feels imaginative and playful while flowing natural light permits words to jump off a page. Use feature lighting in bookcases or along bookshelves to emphasize those beautiful books of yours.
Traditional Home Office by London Photographers Adam Butler Photography
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Rustic Living Room by Eagle Interior Designers & Decorators Studio 80 Interior Design
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Traditional Family Room by Long Island City Interior Designers & Decorators Laurie S Woods, ASID
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Eclectic Kids by San Antonio Photographers Michaela Dodd
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Traditional Living Room by Richmond General Contractors Tuckahoe Creek Construction, Inc.
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Eclectic Bedroom by Mineral Wells Architects & Building Designers Hopkins Designs
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Rustic Living Room by Chicago Interior Designers & Decorators jamesthomas Interiors
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Stay saucy you cheeky ones.
Jenn
