1296092
9781400047321
We all yearn for a cozy place in our homes where we can relax and unwind. Whether it's a bright window seat, a snug daybed, or a secluded corner table, we intuitively seek out alcoves because there is something undeniably warm and welcoming about these small spaces.The Nook Bookextends an enticing invitation for you to find such special spots in your home and provides just the right creative boost to help you make them your own. From a breakfast nook where you can sip a cup of coffee while reading the morning paper to a sewing niche in the attic, from a seemingly useless space under the staircase transformed into a practical storage facility to a child's room enhanced with bunk beds, lofts, and other space-saving devices,The Nook Bookoffers solutions that are both practical and charming. While many homes have nooks waiting to be discovereda corner of the kitchen, a bench next to the fireplace, or an oversized windowcommon devices such as a screen, bookcase, or curtain can also set an area apart, creating the perfect alcove. The many diverse ways to create, decorate, and enjoy these lovely niches are fully explored with gorgeous full-color photographs in Karen Hansgen's delightful book. We all desire a space that we can call our owna place where we can escape to read, rest, pursue a hobby, or simply daydream.The Nook Bookshows just how easily the nooks, crannies, and corners of our homes can be transformed into cherished retreats.Hansgen, Karen is the author of 'Nook Book How to Create and Enjoy the Coziest Spot in the Home', published 2003 under ISBN 9781400047321 and ISBN 1400047323.
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