books, books and more books....

The builders and painters have left and I have finally got my lovely book room that I have always wanted. I am still waiting for the white shutters to be installed and for the lampshades above the window seat to arrive but otherwise my room is done. I have always loved books and cannot imagine life without them. I thought I had a lot but there are still quite a few empty shelves so I will have to keep reading! I am linking up with the wonderful Lisa over at the creative exchange, do take a lot at her blog for some fantastic inspiration.


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  1. Elisa5 September 2011 at 10:55

    wow, justin. this is a dream room for me. I have always dreamt to have this cozy beautiful room filled with my fave books. I love books so much too. Congrats on your new room. Thanks for sharing! Have fun reading! :) Sincerely Elisa http://harmonythoughts.com

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  2. Becca5 September 2011 at 10:57

    How wonderful Justine! This truly is a delightful room! I can see you will be spending many relaxing moments in a place like this!

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  3. Lui5 September 2011 at 11:19

    What a clean spacious room open for reading, writing and musing!

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  4. Nick5 September 2011 at 11:41

    The room looks beautiful and the light is just gorgeous! Now that's a lot of books! Have a beautiful day!!

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  5. Clare B5 September 2011 at 11:56

    What an amazing room Justine - I've always wanted a 'book room' as well and yours looks wonderful. Can imagine spending many happy rainy days in there discovering what's on the bookshelves.

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  6. Carol Blackburn5 September 2011 at 12:35

    Awesome room, Justine. Love the windows and window seat. I built one myself to go in front of my picture window right here near my computer and love the warmth of the sun in winter and the fact it looks out on my flower garden in summer. Enjoy your wonderful room.

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  7. Lúcia5 September 2011 at 12:38

    You have very good taste Justine, congratulations! ;-)

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  8. Rick Forrestal5 September 2011 at 12:53

    What a great book room . . . and with all that natural light!
    Ok, it's official . . . I am jealous.

    Now start reading . . .
    xo

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  9. Jenni5 September 2011 at 12:54

    What a totally fabulous room..so light and airy and beautiful books...you are very lucky to have such an amazing space.
    jenni

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  10. leanne can blog5 September 2011 at 13:04

    What a great room. Such beautiful light!
    What are you reading?

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  11. nacherluver5 September 2011 at 13:59

    Oh my gosh! Deep jealousy has just settled in. I have always dreamed of a room like this. I adore books!!! You have shown me it is possible. Yay dreams!!!!

    Gorgeous room.

    p.s. found you through Lisa's page. ;)

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  12. Angie Willis5 September 2011 at 14:36

    What a lovely room - just what I could do with. I have books stashed all over the place which makes it very difficult to find the right one when I want it. Having a room like this would murder my Amazon account though :-)

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  13. Margaret5 September 2011 at 15:02

    Oh my... This is so amazing - I can close my eyes and imagine myself there. I know you will love this room.

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  14. Barbara Palmisano5 September 2011 at 15:13

    I love books :)

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  15. Holli5 September 2011 at 16:29

    Oh my gosh! What a PERFECT space... I love this!!!

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  16. Anonymous5 September 2011 at 16:44

    This is a beautiful room! The white paint and large windows make it seem so light and airy. I love the window seat. We have lots of books in our house too, but not so neatly shelved, I'm afraid. These photos are inspiring!

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  17. Simon 5 September 2011 at 17:50

    I'm sticking with my Martha reference. Jus' sayin'. This space with desk looks so inspirational. Obviously having my computer desk facing toward a wall with no window anywhere in sight is ALL WRONG. Thanks for the unintended suggestion. You built-ins are really beautiful and a window seat too! Wow. I'm glad you have the space you've wanted.
    You asked how I felt passing the 365-feels good. Feels good to let the camera rest a smidge. I've been shooting hit or miss. I soon will return to daily outings though. I need them, but with permission to pass from time to time rather than "force" a session. Thanks for asking.

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  18. Andrea5 September 2011 at 18:15

    Oh so envious! I've always wanted a room like this...just wall to wall books...sigh...

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  19. Lisa Gordon5 September 2011 at 18:22

    Justine, this is GORGEOUS!!!
    The natural light is just wonderful, and I DO love that window seat.
    Enjoy every moment!

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  20. Heidi5 September 2011 at 18:22

    Goosebumps! I love that room...

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  21. Lisa Gordon5 September 2011 at 18:23

    Ooops! Did not realize you had linked this up at The Creative Exchange! Thank you so much for doing so.

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  22. Rosie Grey5 September 2011 at 20:04

    This is wonderful, Justine! Such a great room with all those books and that fantastic light! I would love to sit there and read!

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  23. Evelyn S.5 September 2011 at 20:37

    I LOVE the light! Beautiful tall ceilings and light everywhere! Fabulous place, Justine!

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  24. Misty5 September 2011 at 22:23

    How cool is this!

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  25. Gayle Price5 September 2011 at 22:46

    Wow ! What a gorgeous room. How lucky are you to have your own personal library. Love the window seat and cushions. Great photo of your lovely room. It's great to see some who loves books enough to devote a whole room to them, rather than buy and store their books on their ipad or Kindle lol. xx

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  26. S. Etole6 September 2011 at 00:05

    That is one awesome room!

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  27. Kathy Reed6 September 2011 at 00:15

    So nice to have one thing done/created that you have always wanted to do/have...with the fireplace you will be spending a lot of time in this lovely space.

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  28. Edita6 September 2011 at 05:48

    I'm impressed! Such a wonderful room!

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  29. Unknown6 September 2011 at 06:50

    What a wonderful room.. Those white shutters are going to look amazing in there..

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  30. Marcie6 September 2011 at 13:11

    Truly lovely!! Especially love the built-in window seat. What a sweet..light and bright space!!!

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  31. Laura6 September 2011 at 14:13

    Wow, it looks wonderful. So bright and so many books. I would spend all day every day in there!

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  32. Unknown6 September 2011 at 15:36

    So beautiful room, love your new selves and the window seat is so great (wish I had).

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  33. Gail Dixon6 September 2011 at 15:40

    Beautiful craftsmanship. Love the white. Looks like a relaxing, inviting space. Congrats!

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  34. Liz6 September 2011 at 16:58

    What an amazing room!!! I LOVE books too and don't have enough places or shelves to store them. This would be my dream room, my place of solitude... the window seat, ahhh :)

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  35. Anna6 September 2011 at 22:57

    What a beautiful room to enjoy! And empty book shelves, how perfect for future purchases:)

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  36. MarieElizabeth7 September 2011 at 02:44

    I am officially jealous - what a perfect reading room. Good for you!!

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  37. Kimberly June7 September 2011 at 04:52

    What a lovely room. I imagine you'll enjoy it to the fullest!

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  38. Anonymous7 September 2011 at 07:51

    I love everything about this room Justine.

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  39. urban muser7 September 2011 at 14:59

    wow that room looks amazing justine! i am jealous of that space.

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  40. Unknown7 September 2011 at 17:46

    Wow, I have to admit, I am jealous! I just love that book room. I can imagine filling the shelves with all my books and trinkets... Curling up with a mug of hot tea next to the open window... Enjoy yourself in there!

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  41. Maureen8 September 2011 at 01:58

    Oh my. *sigh* it's so lovely, and light. A perfect space for your books. How wonderful for you!

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  42. leanne can blog8 September 2011 at 04:50

    Justine,
    I've recently finished Caleb's Crossing by geraldine Brooks which I loved, And I've just starte Room by Emma Donoghue which was recommeded to me-only read a few pages so we'll see..
    I love to read!

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  43. Caroline8 September 2011 at 13:15

    I would be so inspired if I worked in that room! Wonderful light too!

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  44. plaisirsduthéatre10 September 2011 at 11:26

    Thaks for your visit and your comment. Your blog is beautifull. Good day for you

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  45. Fresh Garden11 September 2011 at 03:41

    Wonderful! Awesome!

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  46. Paula11 September 2011 at 08:58

    Oh Justine, I have bookshelf envy...this room is wonderful, as is the light. Thank you for your lovely comment x

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  47. TheChieftess11 September 2011 at 19:57

    Wow!!! What a fabulous room!!! We just moved and I now have a new office space with a few more bookshelves...but not nearly as grand as this one!!!

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  48. Jessica Vescera17 September 2011 at 22:51

    This looks wonderful. Seriously!

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  49. Lulu.Oui.c'est.Moi20 September 2011 at 21:56

    Love it!
    That is a problem I have, too many books not to much space :)

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  50. Unknown26 September 2011 at 22:47

    Justine, I just LOVE your bookshelves, It has turned out so well, you must be thrilled!!! Looks like such a beautiful sanctuary. xx

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  51. Barbara1 October 2011 at 07:55

    I want this room!!! My study is very small and most of my books are packed in boxes right now anyway (trying to make the house look bigger for potential buyers!).

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  52. colorchic8 October 2011 at 16:03

    Gorgeous!!!

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