10 inspiring ways to transform awkward spaces into stylish nooks

As if the idea of a window seat wasn’t appealing enough, this version integrates a snug bed, lighting and a queue of books on the shelves – along with full-length curtains for total privacy.

• Get the look at Fermoie

You can transform a corner of your living space into a cosy retreat with the help of fitted joinery. We love this elegant version with its arched opening, built-in cushion seating and storage below.

• Project by Samantha S Pappas

Attics may be all angles and sloped ceilings, but they have incredible potential. Embrace their quirky layout and take inspiration from this project by New Heritage Design that creates an intimate, den-like feeling by squeezing a bijou sofa under the eaves.

L-shaped seating is a space-efficient way to incorporate a casual dining spot. Here, Kate Feather’s bench design adopts the kitchen’s cheerful colour palette for a cohesive look.

• Bespoke kitchen by Kate Feather

Building seating into a window recess frees up enough space to include a dining nook in this small kitchen– and also ensures every meal comes with a view.

• Project by Golden Design

Think your narrow galley kitchen won’t accommodate a place to eat? Instead of squeezing in a table, you could steal a section of your worktop for an at-the-bar-style seating area.

• Get the look at deVOL

This dedicated quiet zone is the ultimate indulgence for bookworms, kitted out with comfy seating, good lighting and plenty of novels just an arm’s reach away.

• Project by Recast Homes

Forget understairs storage – interior design studio Hutley & Humm have conjured a glamorous home bar out of this compact spot in the hall. And because it’s such a small space, you can splash out on luxe materials.

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