5 Amazing study room ideas

Are you a student? Are you preparing for any exams? Are you a vigorous reader? If yes then you will love these study room ideas.

We always like to keep our focus to its peak while studying and what influences that more is the study surrounding that helps us to focus.

Focus is necessary in anything we do if we need success in what we do. It’s not ok to let the surroundings disturb our focus. Hence before starting your preparation spend some time creating a good surrounding.

This blog wraps study room ideas briefly and crisply so that your precious time can be saved.

I have also covered some study room ideas based on vastu shastra in the past.

Make sure to read if you believe in vastu shastra.

Contents overview of study room ideas 

• Study room furniture
• Lightening, color and brightness
• Room color
• Interesting stationery
• Study room ideas using Vastu shastra

Study room furniture 

Furniture is the main thing that makes a study room. Picking up the right furniture makes the study more comfortable and more focused.

In some parts of the world they still prefer to sit on the floor while studying as that gives a connection  with the earth.

Other than that, some important furniture you may need for a basic study room are

A chair which is comfortable

A Table which is medium sized and easily movable

Book shelf which can be constructed already in the room or a movable rack.

To know about the five must have study room furniture visit : Top 5 Study Room Furniture | Improve your home (besthomeimprovements.in)

Light color and brightness

Lighting plays an important role in increasing the focus and main part of an study room ideas.

Some best lights for study room are

1. Natural lights – Natural light means light we receive from the sun. It increases eyesight and reduces stress. Positioning near the window can increase the chances of brighter and clear sunlight.
2. Table lamp/ Desk lamp – It is used for both reading and decorative purpose. Even if desk space is small there are many small lamps that fit your table are available in the market. The head of the table lamps are movable so it’s easy for us to focus on a particular area. It’s best when you use it for study or work at night, specifically when you are sharing the room it avoids the disturbance for others.
3. Pendent Lightening – It’s simply light that is hanging from the ceiling. Pendent light throws light directly to the study table hence it increases the concentration. Recently it’s gaining more popularity among the builders. It is the best way to save space in the floor area.
4. Wall mounted lamps and sconces – It’s the easiest and common way of lightening in most of the houses. It’s suitable for those who read magazines or other books. It illuminates the whole room. Find the best place in your room and mount it. For better results, place it near the study table.
5. Dimmers– If you want a good control on lightning . Dimmers can be attached or light with dimmer settings can be bought. You can adjust the brightness that is soothing and comforting for your eyes. Everyone is not the same. Some people read in bright lights so light with a dimmer setting can be more helpful.

Room Color

Room color is a  main part of our study room ideas. As per many research on the room colors, many researchers suggesting light and neutral color to be painted in the room.

They have also done a research on negative consequences of dark color paintings in the room. So, ensure to select room wisely or repaint it with lighter and better color.

Green, light green, pastel blue, crème, white are some preferred colors. 

Interesting Stationery

• Desk organizer
• Paper weight
• Sticky notes that can be stickled throughout the wall
• White board
• Serial light which can be decorated over the sticky notes
• Color pens
• Highlighter
• Binders
• Clips for papers
• Files and folders
• Diaries and personalized notebook

Study room ideas using Vastu shastra

Vastu is an Indian Science of architecture. It is the science of directions that combines with all the five elements of nature.

• Direction of the room – Northeast, East/west side of the house
• Direction to face while studying – East or North 
• Proportion of study room- should not be more than Length : width = 1 : 2
• Place for book Racks – Southern or western Wall
• Place for study Table- 3 to 4 inches away from the wall
• Window Placement – Windows should be larger on eastern side and smaller on the western side of the room.
• Shape of the study table – square or Rectangle
• Place for the table lamp if any – Southern corner of the Desk.
• Room color – Use light or neutral color. It increases learning capacity.

Things to avoid as per Vastu shastra

• Ensure to avoid beams above your head while studying.
• While studying, ensure not to face a blank wall or a window.
• Don’t ever use the table as a book shelf and avoid keeping book rack above the table
• Size of the study room should not be too big and should not be too small.
• It’s better not to have toilets in the study room. However Bathroom is fine.
• The study table should not stick to the wall.

Things to consider as per Vastu shastra

• A pyramid can be kept near the table. It is believed that pyramids have the power to balance the energy.
• A pendulum clock can be placed in the North East of the room.
• You can keep your god’s photo in the room. If You are following Hinduism then you can keep lord Ganesh or goddess Saraswathi devi in the study room.

What I have mentioned above is study room ideas based on Vastu shastra. I am not a Vastu shastra expert. I have summarised the important points I read from various areas.

As per vastu every home is different so consult a vastu shastra expert if you want. 

Final Note:

Whatever you do, Focus is a mindset. Keep a good atmosphere with good ventilation. More than anything, believe in yourself.

I hope you would have found these Study room ideas useful. Comment on the ideas you know and share with your friend and help them in their studies. 

Thanks for your time.