This is an update of a previous post with lots of new banquette ideas added. People like to gather in the kitchen and with a banquette/breakfast nook, it is especially inviting. They can be cozy, comfortable and a good use of space. Especially in a narrow room like Nancye’s.
We used a striped performance fabric by Perennials on the back and an easy to clean faux leather on the seat of the banquette. The chairs from Restoration Hardware are also in Perennials.
For Carolyn’s bench, we also used Perennials in white…this was over a year ago and it still looks brand new in spite of eating there every day. I love the Saarinen table.
Annie from Most Lovely Things also has a Saarinen table in her corner banquette with loose pillows.
This is another great corner banquette with loose pillows.
My friend, Debbie’s banquette…
This used to be a blank wall in Lisa’s small kitchen nook…
We used more performance fabric on the seat and back by Perennials…
Taste of France says
August 14, 2018 at 12:23 amPillows are essential! A friend has an antique church pew, which is convenient for squeezing in extra people, but OMG it is SO uncomfortable. I’ve learned to wear a big sweater and take a pashmina, both of which I just happen to take off and use as cushions, especially for my lower back.
Mary Ann says
August 14, 2018 at 7:46 amThese are comfortable, especially the ones with soft backs and they have more padding than a lot of dining chairs!
jennifer says
August 14, 2018 at 7:38 amThese all look so fresh and comfortable. I’m saving to Pinterest!
tamara says
August 14, 2018 at 9:35 amJust the post I have been needing!
We live in Mission Viejo CA and have been searching for a contractor to build our banquette.
Any reccomendations? LOVE your blog!
Thank you!
Elizabeth says
August 14, 2018 at 5:18 pmSo many beautiful ideas! I love them all!
Gail Storti says
August 14, 2018 at 8:21 pmMy breakfast nook and banquette are in desperate need of a redo. Thanks for all these ideas and will definitely want to use performance fabrics. Love them!
cindy hattersley says
August 16, 2018 at 4:24 amI love a banquette. You have done some really fun ones for clients. They are always great if you don’t have the space for a big table and chairs. Great post!
Annie Diamond says
August 16, 2018 at 5:01 amMary Ann- I love a banquette! Thanks for including mine! And I love how you always provide useful information to those thinking about building one or hiring someone to build one…
Brenda says
August 16, 2018 at 10:27 amI love a good cozy banquette. Thanks for all of these great ideas. Performance fabrics-brilliant!
Laura Vitanza says
April 9, 2019 at 4:46 amHi! Thanks for the info! I love the idea of a banquet but have a design question. I notice usually they are anchored by a wall , I want to have mine in a open space, is there any tips you have or pics that you suggest to make sure it doesn’t look out of place? Thanks
Mary Ann says
April 11, 2019 at 9:07 amI usually use a wall for the base. Have you thought of a bench seat instead?
Kayla Ellis says
June 21, 2019 at 10:31 amHi! We are wanting to build a banquette, but we haven’t found any instructions on how to attach the foam/fabic to the back of the banquette. I’ve only been able to find instructions for the bench seat. How did you add it on the back of yours? Thanks!
Mary Ann Pickett says
June 21, 2019 at 10:39 amWith velcro!