94 AUTUMN 2026 ASPIREDESIGNANDHOME.COM 95 Quiet moments are equally important. Built-in shelving, picture lights from Hudson Valley Lighting and intimate seating in the form of vintage stools offer a cozy retreat where books, collected objects and conversation share equal footing. Inspired by the homeowners’ love of The Lord of the Rings, the custom hobbit nook features Rebecca Atwood wallpaper and a French mattress cushion topped with Schumacher performance velvet and bolsters in custom Perennials fabric. From here, a concealed passage leads to the guest suite. Designed to spark curiosity and storytelling, the whimsical spot invites visitors of every age to get lost in a good book.