This summer, I’ve promised myself, I will get to finish the second draft of my novel. The outcome would, of course, be guaranteed if I had one of the creative spaces below at my disposal. If any wealthy patron of the arts is listening…
The Duke of Devonshire asleep in his library at Chatsworth, picture credit Christopher Simon.Studio in Devon, from The Telegraph.Studio in rural United States, from Lonny Magazine.Little dream cottage on the Isle of Wight, from House of Turquoise.Light-filled study – there might be a problem with glare on a computer screen though – designed by Michael Haverland.Japanese study and library, from Flavorwire. No problem with screen glare here. Plus, room to make endless cups of tea.Study in a porch, from New England Home. The decorative plates might hinder my writing prowess somewhat…
The Devon one for me please! Although I’d put a sofa in there, and then I’d probably follow the Duke of Devonshire’s lead, which is why I am so unproductive 😉
Oh, these are all so lovely, Marina Sofia! So gorgeous! I especially like the Japanese study and library. Lots of airy space, but you can also concentrate on work. And there are the books…
Thank you, I hope so too! And for you! I will be going on a writing retreat in Wales at the end of August. Although that will be dedicated to poetry, it should still be a fantastic escape from all the hassle of the everyday.
Devon, Isle of Wight, New England; Devon, Isle of Wight, New England – round and round I go, failing to decide……….perhaps, the provision of maple syrup pancakes could tip the balance. Hmm, I might be persuaded to let Devon go – Isle of Wight and New England have all that rampant greenery, and I do love rampant greenery. Okay, that’s decided then. I think I can allow myself TWO, and hope that is not seen as greedy. That is TWO locations, you understand, not TWO maple syrup pancakes, which would be remarkably mean!
Who can stop at two pancakes? Sadly, I had to stop at two home-made waffles today… And yes, I agree, some greenery to lose oneself in while contemplating on how best to continue one’s masterpiece…
I love desks that face the open window . So I liked the pic from House of Turquoise the best. The next pic also has the desk facing a window but somehow the first one looks more cosy
I like to face a window too, and have a window facing mine kind of sideways, only a small turn of the head needed (although many writers apparently swear by a blank wall).
I have heard that too. Some love a blank wall. But I like a window any day
Best of luck with that second draft – I hope it goes well. As for the studios, the little cottage on the Isle of Wight would suit me – it has that lovely naturalistic look.
love this post
I think it would have to be New England for me although the thought of maple syrup on the morning’s pancakes might be a distraction.
Surely fuel for creativity…
or you could make do with a table under the stairs like Ted Hughes did …
Well, I just know that my masterpiece would be much enhanced by a beautiful environment… Oh, you mean I should just get on with it?! ;-(
The Devon one for me please! Although I’d put a sofa in there, and then I’d probably follow the Duke of Devonshire’s lead, which is why I am so unproductive 😉
Yes, I fear that might be the case with me too…
I’m torn between the Isle of Wight and the delicious untidiness of Chatsworth
If I had the porch in the New England home, I’d just want to read in the comfy corner!
From your own WIP, of course…
Oh, these are all so lovely, Marina Sofia! So gorgeous! I especially like the Japanese study and library. Lots of airy space, but you can also concentrate on work. And there are the books…
Yes, it might get a little distracting with all those books. For research purposes, of course…
Ah, Marina Sofia, what a dream that would be! These are beautiful…I hope some patron of the arts is listening to you!
Thank you, I hope so too! And for you! I will be going on a writing retreat in Wales at the end of August. Although that will be dedicated to poetry, it should still be a fantastic escape from all the hassle of the everyday.
Oh, those are gorgeous! And all of them have strong points – I can’t decide between New England and the Isle of Wight!!!
I think the last one would be the most conducive for project completion (to me at least).
Devon, Isle of Wight, New England; Devon, Isle of Wight, New England – round and round I go, failing to decide……….perhaps, the provision of maple syrup pancakes could tip the balance. Hmm, I might be persuaded to let Devon go – Isle of Wight and New England have all that rampant greenery, and I do love rampant greenery. Okay, that’s decided then. I think I can allow myself TWO, and hope that is not seen as greedy. That is TWO locations, you understand, not TWO maple syrup pancakes, which would be remarkably mean!
Who can stop at two pancakes? Sadly, I had to stop at two home-made waffles today… And yes, I agree, some greenery to lose oneself in while contemplating on how best to continue one’s masterpiece…
Chatsworth, obviously! One could always get one’s secretary to do the tedious typing while one dictated from the sofa…
I love desks that face the open window . So I liked the pic from House of Turquoise the best. The next pic also has the desk facing a window but somehow the first one looks more cosy
I like to face a window too, and have a window facing mine kind of sideways, only a small turn of the head needed (although many writers apparently swear by a blank wall).
I have heard that too. Some love a blank wall. But I like a window any day
Best of luck with that second draft – I hope it goes well. As for the studios, the little cottage on the Isle of Wight would suit me – it has that lovely naturalistic look.
Isle of Wight for me with second choice New England but with less glare. I’m imagining right now where I can add some turquoise.
I’m in love with the study by Haverland!
And you can always install some blinds on the windows to prevent glare, right?
Exactly!