Nooks need a light source. If the nook is built into a wall or is otherwise very tight, you may not have room for a floor lamp. Go for a wall sconce instead. If you can't hardwire one into your nook, try a plug-in like this antiqued sconce from Crate and Barrel.
DINING ROOM: Duncan Antiqued Bronze Wall Sconce - $179.00 ยป (depending on depth)
Nooks need a light source. If the nook is built into a wall or is otherwise very tight, you may not have room for a floor lamp. Go for a wall sconce instead. If you can't hardwire one into your nook, try a plug-in like this antiqued sconce from Crate and Barre
These sconces are a great alternative to bedside lamps. A bit more convenient (and out of the way, leaving more space for ample bedtime reading material), they mimic the look of a traditional bedside lamp, but with more modern and structured lines.