How to create a home listening nook: From storage to style

From flexible record storage to a comfortable chair, these are the pieces that can turn an unused corner into a place to press play. Headphones have their place, but listening at home can be more than pressing play while you do something else. A corner wall or study nook can become a dedicated listening spot. Picture: GettySet aside a corner for music, vinyl, podcasts or an audiobook and it becomes a small ritual — a reason to put down your phone and settle in. Vinyl’s revival has helped make listening feel social again, with record stores and listening bars drawing a new generation of collectors. The same idea can work at home. A living room corner, record wall or study can become a dedicated spot without being packed with equipment or hidden away. Start with how you like to sit, browse and listen, then choose the pieces that support it. Start with the right place for your gear Choose the quietest practical corner, away from television noise, kitchen traffic and main paths. Leave enough space to sit, stand and reach the controls safely. The Audio-Technica Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable offers various connection options. Picture: Harvey NormanCheck power points and Wi-Fi before buy...