Office, Study Room Type, and Shelves Arthur installed shelving from Ikea and poured a cast-in-place concrete shelf to create a small media nook.  Photo 19 of 19 in 19 Cozy Nooks That Radiate Charm and Comfort from Chef’s Table

19 Cozy Nooks That Radiate Charm and Comfort

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An awkward corner carved out of the living area offered the perfect location to try a hand at cast-in-place concrete. The nook is now a media center, with shelves for cookbooks and a ventilated cabinet for the computer. In the hallway bathroom, hex tiles, marble, and a fuchsia wall came together to create a space worthy of a boutique hotel. Throughout the apartment, small personal touches, like a neatly arranged shelf of curios and a hand-stenciled wall pattern, show the couple’s dedication to making the most of their small home.