Carve out one of these cozy spots for waking up and relaxing just about anywhere in the house.

This concept is anything but newjust look to the morning room as proof.

While morning rooms were a product of the Victorian era, their purpose is just as relevant today.

enclosed sunroom with neutral walls, tv, and furniture

Credit:Kim Cornelison / Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors

Back then, the morning room was traditionally the domain of the lady of the house.

What Is a Morning Room?

Theopen-concept layoutsthat have become so popular have resulted in an evolution of the morning room, Cardozo says.

But that doesnt mean it’s obsolete.

Is a Morning Room the Same as a Sunroom?

In a nutshell, no.

Its not trying to bring the outdoors in but instead provides a quieter, more grounded atmosphere.

Here’s how to squeeze a morning room, or at least its functionality, into your house.

Its perfect for starting your day with your family, with coffee and the sunrise, she says.

Transform Your Front Porch

In the summer months, myfront porchbecomes my morning room, says Cardozo.

Create a Quiet Retreat

When designing your morning room, think tranquil thoughts.