Do you have a home library or a living area that you would like to turn into a home library?  If so, follow these tips to make your home library relaxing, cozy, and inviting. No ComputerComputers have a tendency to make people feel stressed because it reminds them of work.  Ban the computer and all electronics (except an electronic reader) from your relaxing library.   Photo by Space Kit - Search home office pictures FireplaceIf possible, have a fireplace in your library.  Fireplaces are warm and fire is mesmerizing, thus creating a relaxing space.   Photo by JayJeffers - Look for home office pictures Comfortable FurnitureIts hard to be relaxed when you are not comfortable.  Select furniture that is comfortable and stylish.  An obvious selection is a brown leather sofa.   Photo by Kate Benjamin Photography LLC - Browse home office ideas Side TableMake sure to have a side table in order to put a beverage, reading glasses, or whatever else you might want to set down.   Photo by Viscusi Elson Interior Design - Gina Viscusi Elson - More home office photos Soft FlooringIf you have hard flooring, soften the room with a rug. A rug not only is more comfortable, but it also helps absorb sound.   Photo by Raji RM - Look for home office design inspiration Books Thoughtfully ArrangedInstead of being cute and arranging your books by color, arrange your books in a way that you can actually find them.  You can arrange the books in your home library by author, subject, or genre.    Photo by David Boyle Architect - Browse home office photos QuietDon't have a home library near a noisy room in your home, such as your kids' game room.  Select a quite and secluded area that will be relaxing.   Photo by Forbes Rix Design - Search home office pictures Warm ColorsWarm soothing colors make a room feel relaxing.  Avoid bright or bold colors that grab your attention.   Photo by JWT Associates - Discover home office design ideas LightingIn order to read, you must have proper lighting.  Select lighting at eye level instead of any overhead light.  You can keep the rest of the room dimly lit.   Photo by J Wilson Fuqua & Assoc. Architects - More home office photos ViewsMany people feel relaxed when looking outside at nature.  Open the curtains and blinds in your home library nd expose the view to have a relaxing home library.