A reading room that is washed in beautiful natural light. Window seats make this space a delight for a reader.
Example of a mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and beige floor sunroom design in New York with a standard ceiling

Modern Media Lounge Meets Custom Library Charm This multifunctional media lounge blends sleek, modern design with cozy comfort. A custom-built entertainment wall anchors the room with floor-to-ceiling shelving, shaker-style cabinetry, and a warm wood countertop—perfect for displaying curated books, framed photos, and decor. The minimalist black ceiling fan and plush gray sectional keep the space feeling relaxed yet refined. A subtle kids' corner with a white play table and whimsical light-up trees adds a playful touch. Just beyond the lounge, a hallway library connects the space with a wall of built-in bookcases, creating a reader’s retreat that feels both bright and intimate thanks to natural light and white-on-white finishes. Whether you're catching up on a show or settling into a new novel, this home proves functionality and style can coexist beautifully.

Modern Media Lounge Meets Custom Library Charm This multifunctional media lounge blends sleek, modern design with cozy comfort. A custom-built entertainment wall anchors the room with floor-to-ceiling shelving, shaker-style cabinetry, and a warm wood countertop—perfect for displaying curated books, framed photos, and decor. The minimalist black ceiling fan and plush gray sectional keep the space feeling relaxed yet refined. A subtle kids' corner with a white play table and whimsical light-up trees adds a playful touch. Just beyond the lounge, a hallway library connects the space with a wall of built-in bookcases, creating a reader’s retreat that feels both bright and intimate thanks to natural light and white-on-white finishes. Whether you're catching up on a show or settling into a new novel, this home proves functionality and style can coexist beautifully.

Modern Media Lounge Meets Custom Library Charm This multifunctional media lounge blends sleek, modern design with cozy comfort. A custom-built entertainment wall anchors the room with floor-to-ceiling shelving, shaker-style cabinetry, and a warm wood countertop—perfect for displaying curated books, framed photos, and decor. The minimalist black ceiling fan and plush gray sectional keep the space feeling relaxed yet refined. A subtle kids' corner with a white play table and whimsical light-up trees adds a playful touch. Just beyond the lounge, a hallway library connects the space with a wall of built-in bookcases, creating a reader’s retreat that feels both bright and intimate thanks to natural light and white-on-white finishes. Whether you're catching up on a show or settling into a new novel, this home proves functionality and style can coexist beautifully.

Modern Media Lounge Meets Custom Library Charm This multifunctional media lounge blends sleek, modern design with cozy comfort. A custom-built entertainment wall anchors the room with floor-to-ceiling shelving, shaker-style cabinetry, and a warm wood countertop—perfect for displaying curated books, framed photos, and decor. The minimalist black ceiling fan and plush gray sectional keep the space feeling relaxed yet refined. A subtle kids' corner with a white play table and whimsical light-up trees adds a playful touch. Just beyond the lounge, a hallway library connects the space with a wall of built-in bookcases, creating a reader’s retreat that feels both bright and intimate thanks to natural light and white-on-white finishes. Whether you're catching up on a show or settling into a new novel, this home proves functionality and style can coexist beautifully.

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz Design: James CurvanPhoto: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz Design: James Curvan Read the Houzz article about this kids' tree house: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20845319/list/A-Magical-Tree-House-Lights-Up-for-Christmas

A reading room that is washed in beautiful natural light. Window seats make this space a delight for a reader.
Sunroom - mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and beige floor sunroom idea in New York with a standard ceiling

A reading room that is washed in beautiful natural light. Window seats make this space a delight for a reader.
Sunroom - mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and beige floor sunroom idea in New York with a standard ceiling

A reading room that is washed in beautiful natural light. Window seats make this space a delight for a reader.
Mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and beige floor sunroom photo in New York with a standard ceiling

This light and bright apartment in a midtown east high rise is home to a pair of avid readers looking for the perfect place to curl up with a good book. as a full-service design firm with a reputation for providing a seamless experience, we often (and eagerly) take on total gut renovations. in this instance, the apartment was brand new, and we would be working with predetermined fixtures, finishes, and architecture.

Juxtaposition: defined as two things placed close together with contrasting effect, the word epitomizes this downtown Chicago residence. A family home, it evinces comfort, calm, and connection. Here, chaise lounges nestle side-by-side, welcoming wine-sippers, book-readers, and fireplace-gazers. There, an upholstered kitchen banquette recalls the coziness of a favorite restaurant’s corner table. And yet – while an elegant refuge for a busy family, this home is also a place of work. Indeed, it is the worldwide headquarters of a lauded anti-aging skincare company, complete with full-time employees and their offices. To meld the dual functions the house serves so seamlessly, workspaces are lavished with the same hallmarks that distinguish family-oriented rooms: a focus on ease, an open-minded use of space, thoughtfully considered décor, and an imaginative use of color that awakens a mostly neutral palette with joyful visual interest. Lavender and chartreuse sing against black walls; tangerine and steel blue dot creamy hues with vivid punctuation. Still, quiet prevails, creating a timelessly tranquil backdrop for work, play, and everything in between. Photo: Dustin Halleck

Create a kids' reading nook, a whimsical space designed to inspire young imaginations. Nestled amidst soft pillows, this cozy corner invites children to embark on literary adventures. Vibrant and inviting, the nook is adorned with a colorful array of books, enticing young readers to explore the magic within each page. Plush pillows create a comfortable oasis, encouraging kids to settle in and lose themselves in captivating tales.

In this project for an avid reader and their young family, Lincoln Lighthill Architect removed a narrow, awkward stair and replaced it with an open, light filled entry lined with a two-story wall of books. This giant assembly of custom millwork marries a floating stair, book shelves, entry seating bench, workspace beneath the stair, and a glass “bridge” that gives access to the primary bedroom, allows light down into the entry below, and provides endless entertainment for the kids and pets!

This light and bright apartment in a midtown east high rise is home to a pair of avid readers looking for the perfect place to curl up with a good book. as a full-service design firm with a reputation for providing a seamless experience, we often (and eagerly) take on total gut renovations. in this instance, the apartment was brand new, and we would be working with predetermined fixtures, finishes, and architecture.

In this project for an avid reader and their young family, Lincoln Lighthill Architect removed a narrow, awkward stair and replaced it with an open, light filled entry lined with a two-story wall of books. This giant assembly of custom millwork marries a floating stair, book shelves, entry seating bench, workspace beneath the stair, and a glass “bridge” that gives access to the primary bedroom, allows light down into the entry below, and provides endless entertainment for the kids and pets!

In this project for an avid reader and their young family, Lincoln Lighthill Architect removed a narrow, awkward stair and replaced it with an open, light filled entry lined with a two-story wall of books. This giant assembly of custom millwork marries a floating stair, book shelves, entry seating bench, workspace beneath the stair, and a glass “bridge” that gives access to the primary bedroom, allows light down into the entry below, and provides endless entertainment for the kids and pets!

In this project for an avid reader and their young family, Lincoln Lighthill Architect removed a narrow, awkward stair and replaced it with an open, light filled entry lined with a two-story wall of books. This giant assembly of custom millwork marries a floating stair, book shelves, entry seating bench, workspace beneath the stair, and a glass “bridge” that gives access to the primary bedroom, allows light down into the entry below, and provides endless entertainment for the kids and pets!

Keeping in mind that our client is an avid reader, we created a space for her to sit back and enjoy her books. The graphic, colourful wallpaper adds warmth and coziness to the transition wall between the foyer and the kitchen; giving it purpose. This space is a good example of how every space in a home can be curated to fit the client's needs and wants.

This light and bright apartment in a midtown east high rise is home to a pair of avid readers looking for the perfect place to curl up with a good book. as a full-service design firm with a reputation for providing a seamless experience, we often (and eagerly) take on total gut renovations. in this instance, the apartment was brand new, and we would be working with predetermined fixtures, finishes, and architecture.