Steal this stylish restaurant staple for your own home.

Consider adding a bit ofsneaky storageto the base of your banquette.

The key to capturing that essence?

banquette seating in kitchen

Photo:Photo by Ryan McDonald for R Titus Designs

Lots of thoughtful textures and additions.

Make It Minimal

Photo by Bjorg Magnea for PJC Architecture

Another benefit to a banquette?

It can be a great way to cut down on visual clutter.

kitchen with banquette seating and a gallery wall

Photo by Abigail Jackson for Carolyn Leona Design

Opting for banquette seating takes the place of anywhere from two to four chairs (or more!

), so it will instantly streamline your dining space and leave more room for walking around or entertaining.

Instead of committing to a specialty piece, consider a standalone perch that fits snugly in your space.

dining room with large dining table and banquette seating

Photography by Eric Piasecki for Mendelson Group

The fit and feel of your at-home banquette issoimportant.

Pile on the Pillows

Photo by Jared Kuzia for Susan Hayward Interiors

Comfort is king!

Using a banquette, you could make even minimal square footage feel spacious if you find the right layout.

banquette seating with pink cushions

Photo by Ryan McDonald for R Titus Designs

Teamed with a petite pedestal table and square stool, its the ideal spot for an intimate evening meal.

And a long table means a long banquette.

If you want to freshen up the classic piece, bring unique shapes or funky patterns onto the scene.

banquette seating area with large light overhead

Photo by Rikki Snyder for Jennifer Hunter Design

By hanging an eye-catching light fixture.

Echo an architectural feature of your home throughout the scene.

A banquette and table make a winning pair when the goal is flexibility and versatility.

banquette seating with long table and bench along a window

Photography by Eric Piasecki for Mendelson Group

Consider designing a banquette that matches the style andcolor of your cabinetryfor a seamless look.

To keep your space feeling airy and open, choose a banquette with a streamlined aesthetic.

Create Clever Camouflage

Photo by Douglas Friedman for Carlos David Studio

Going glam with a bold fabric?

minimalistic style kitchen with banquette seating in a rounded corner

Photo by Bjorg Magnea for PJC Architecture

Consider blending your banquette into the wall with some strategic pattern place.

banquette seating in rustic style kitchen

Photography by Eric Piasecki for Mendelson Group

banquette seating in kitchen with blue wallpaper

Photo by Julie Lefell Photography for Shannon Stirling of Tusk Home + Design

banquette seating with leather cushion and blue padded seat backs

Photo by Abigail Jackson for Carolyn Leona Design

banquette seating in grey kitchen

Photography by Natalia Robert for Blythe Interiors

banquette seating with lots of pillows

Photo by Jared Kuzia for Susan Hayward Interiors

large curved banquette seating bench with light blue upholstery

Photo by Eric Piasecki for Nina Farmer Interiors

banquette seating in small nook area near built in hutch

Photo by Margaret Frances Photography for G & Co. Design

dining area with large couch used for banquette seating

Photo by Emily Followil for Ashley Gilbreath Interior Design, Styling by Eleanor Roper

kitchen with corner banquette seating

Photo and Design by Douglas & Douglas

banquette kitchen seating

Photo by Joshua McHugh for Marie-Christine Design

banquette kitchen bench

Photo by Ryan Wicks Photography for SGS Design Ltd

modern kitchen banquette

Photo by Tim Hill Photography for Adri+Dahlman Interiors

kitchen dining banquette

Photo by Michelle Johnson for Elena del Bucchia Design Inc

kitchen banquette

Photo by Tommy Agriodimas of Studio Thanasis for Wills Design Associates

feminine dining banquette

Photo by Rett Peek for Studio MH

kitchen banquette

Photo by Lauren Taylor for LH Design

modern kitchen banquette

Photo by JL Jordan Photography for Bethany Adams Interiors.jpg

family kitchen banquette

Photography by Eric Piasecki for Mendelson Group

bright kitchen banquette

Photo by Read McKendree for Chauncey Boothby Interiors

entry banquette

Photo by Bess Friday for J Kathryn Interiors Styling by Allegra Hsiao

green kitchen banquette

Pine Haven by Dunn Edwards Photo by Lauren Taylor for LH Designs

island banquette

Photo by Lauren Taylor Creative for Jennifer Austin Design

small kitchen banquette

Photo by Erin Little for Teaselwood Design

cozy kitchen banquette

Photo by Sarah Griggs for Studio 18 Interiors

clean kitchen banquette

Photo by Jacob Snavely for Curated Nest

glam dining banquette

Photo by Douglas Friedman for Carlos David Studio

sunny kitchen banquette

Photo by Suzanna Scott for Cusp Interiors

modern kitchen banquette

Photo by Roland Roques O’Neil for Fox Interior Design

scallop kitchen banquette

Photo by Joyelle West Photography for Shannon Tate Interiors