Today’s homes feature lack of space, and every single inch counts. Sometimes there are very small and awkward nooks and corners and we don’t use them for anything, which is often a lack of space! I’m coming up with a bunch of cool ideas to make use of such awkward nooks, to arrange them to your taste, take a look!
Sitting/ Reading Nook
If your nook is large enough for that, you can turn it into a reading or just sitting nook – a sanctuary where you will have your coffee, read a book and do whatever else you want. All you need is a heavenly comfortable chair or lounge chair, some pillows and a blanket and voila! A cozy soft rug is another must for such a nook and you may also add a coffee table and some bookshelves but that’s not that necessary. An artwork, some potted plants and a stack of your fave books will make this nook perfect.
a boho nook with a leather chair, some potted greenery, a mirror and a lamp makes up a cozy reading space
a cozy reading nook with a comfy chair and bookshelves over the radiator is a warm and cozy space
a cozy reading nook by the window, with an artwork, succulents and a small side table
an awkward nook with a living wall, a comfy chair and a table, lots of greenery, it looks very inspiring and refreshing
an awkward nook in a kids' room can be used as a cozy reading space with bean bag chairs
a stylish nook with a leather chair, a floor lamp and a side table is ideal for reading - just add pillows
a lovely modern sitting nook with a grey chair, a pillow and a blanket, a floor lamp, a potted plant and a small coffee table
a welcoming reading space with a mustard wingback chair, a bookshelf, a rug and some greenery on the windowsill
a small and lovely reading nook with a creamy chair, a couple of pillows and a blanket, a beach artwork, a small table and a faux fur rug
a modern sitting corner with a pretty artwork, a mellow yellow chair and a footrest, a blanket and a potted plant
Sleeping Space
If there’s enough space, why not place a daybed there? Make a comfy sleeping nook for daytime naps and for reading comfortably while lying. A wall sconce and maybe some built-in shelves or niches around will be a nice fit for such a nook if you want to read there. You may also add a curtain or even a canopy to make it more private but that’s not a must.
a modern neutral window nook styled with a daybed and pillows, with a small black coffee table and neutral curtains
a small awkward nook with a built-in bed there makes up a cozy alcove for sleeping
an awkward attic nook with a bed for one, some decor and built-in lights plus a curtain to make the space more private
a lovely space by the fire, with a small daybed and lots of pillows and blankets is amazing for curling up here
a small nook by the window is taken by a daybed with pillows and upholstery, great for reading and having a nap
Eating Area
If there’s a small nook in your living room or kitchen, turn it into a breakfast nook or an eating space. It’s especially great to make it by the window to enjoy sunlight and views while having a meal together. Place there a corner or a curved sofa, a couple of upholstered stools or poufs and a table to your liking, and voila!
a small nook by the window is taken by a daybed with pillows and upholstery, great for reading and having a nap
a small breakfast space with a round table and acrylic chairs looks airy and very comfy
a quiet corner with a small breakfast area, a curved sofa and upholstered poufs, a lamp to highlight the space
a small dining space with a built-in windowsill bench, built-in shelves, a round table and a couple of woven chairs
a white farmhouse breakfast corner with a built-in bench with storage, a round table, white metal chairs and built-in niches for storage
a contrasting eating space with a built-in corner sofa, lots of printed pillows, a round table and a comfortable black chair
a tiny akward nook in the kitchen turned into a breakfast one, with a built-in corner bench with pillows and a small table
a small cottage eating space with built-in sofas, niches for storage, a window to the garden and a dark-stained dining table
a tiny nook with a corner sofa, a round table and a chair is great both for working and having meals here
a super cozy window nook with a built-in storage bench with pillows, a round table and a grey pendant lamp plus lots of light
a small and chic dining zone in an awkward corner, with grasscloth wallpaper, a built-in corner sofa, a round table and a lamp
a modern and bright breakfast nook with a mustard loveseat, a white table and catchy white chairs with upholstery
Storage Space
An awkward nook can be a nice space for storing something. If it’s really tiny, you can go for a tiny side table that fits your interior. If not, have a look at chic consoles and sideboards with several tops to accommodate more things. Open shelving is another great idea, which is suitable even for the smallest spaces, and such shelves look ethereal and not bulky. You can also place a cool sideboard or cabinet in the matching style in an awkward corner and use it both inside and outside.
a small awkward nook with an elegant black cabinet for storage and displaying, with a chic lamp and an artwork
a small nook used for storing vinyl and for playing it too - only for melomans and vintage lovers
a small awkward nook taken by open shelves and is used for storage to make the use of it
an attic nook taken by a bookshelf lots of cushions and pillows potted plants and a chic lamp for reading and just relaxing here
open shelves look airy and not bulky, they are ideal for a small corner and you'll get additional storage
an awkward nook finished off with a large storage unit with lots of shelves, potted plants, books and various types of decor
an awkward corner done with stained triangle shelves that maximize the storage space in the room
a tiny nook done with stained shelves, with a basket, books, candles and a potted plant is a lovely idea for any room
an attic nook taken by a large and elegant stained wood storage unit with lots of shelves and drawers is a smart idea
a tiny nook take by light-stained built-in shelves and even a tiny built-in desk for working here
a cozy and cool nook takedn by a large vintage sideboard, with a potted plant, a cage and a lamp is a lovely idea
an awkward nook used for storage with a light-stained sideboard, a chic lamp, a potted plant and a map as an artwork
Art Display
Gallery walls are incredibly popular today, and you may get one to style your awkward nook. Grid or not, with matching or mismatching frames, it will add personality and character to the interior. If you have a large statement artwork, it can be also an option, it will take over the whole space. Now you know all the possible ways to style your awkward nook, which one would you choose?
a nook with a bold and contrasting artwork that takes over the whole space, with potted greenery, a wooden coffee table and a leather chair
an awkward staircase corner with a gallery wall in gold, white and black for a cool and vintage-inspired look
a small and pretty nook with an oversized artwork, a rattan chair and a footrest with a pillow compose a beautiful nook
a pretty nook with a grid gallery wall and some bright cushions on the floor is a lovely space to enjoy your art
a small space with a beautiful gallery wall. a bold blue desk, an elegant art deco chair and a chic black and gold lamp