10 Banquettes for an Elevated Dining Experience
Banquettes offer a smart and stylish solution for dining spaces. Whether tucked into a cozy kitchen nook, integrated into a family room, or used to soften the edges of a home bar, a well-designed banquette makes the most of every square inch. From relaxed and casual to polished and refined, banquettes bring a bespoke feel to interiors, often becoming a focal point in the room. We’re exploring 10 unique examples that show how banquettes can elevate the dining experience in both form and function.
79th St Duplex
The expansive kitchen of the 79th St Duplex features an elongated dining table paired with a custom dining bench that runs along the windowed wall. The banquette is upholstered in a high-performance fabric that introduces warmth and texture while offering durability and easy maintenance. The space feels elevated and inviting, balancing formality and ease of use in the kitchen setting.
Park Avenue
In our Park Avenue apartment, a mid-century-inspired banquette adds a sleek and sophisticated presence to the kitchen dining area. Crafted from solid wood and black leather, the cantilevered bench has a light, contemporary appearance. The dining table, with its tubular chrome legs and rounded marble top, echoes the banquette’s mid-century aesthetic for a cohesive and elevated look.
Central Park South
The leather banquet in the Central Park South apartment is custom-designed to resemble a barcode with its black and white stripes of varying thickness. The design gives the built-in a whimsical, yet sophisticated, appearance that is perfectly suited to a breakfast nook. Along with the bench seating, two black and chrome dining chairs expand the seating capacity, making it a perfect spot for morning coffee.
Tonal Palette on Park
In the dining room of our Tonal Palette on Park residence, a custom banquette brings a refined, tailored sensibility to the space. Upholstered in taupe leather and designed to coordinate with the Kimberly Denman dining chairs across the table, the settee’s more formal silhouette elevates the dining area beyond a traditional banquette setting. A large abstract artwork by Sir Frank Bowling, featuring rich blue and green tones, anchors the seating area and introduces a striking contrast to the otherwise neutral palette.
Classical Park Avenue
The dining nook in our Classical Park Avenue apartment features an L-shaped banquette upholstered in a light grey leather. The seating incorporates custom white lacquer storage drawers beneath the cushions, offering discreet functionality. A vibrant red chair and a decorative pillow add a playful contrast, while a round bistro table fits seamlessly within the corner booth. Framed by views of the iconic New York skyline, the light-filled space is perfectly suited for breakfast or an informal meal.
Gold Coast Townhouse
In our Gold Coast Townhouse, the family room features a dynamic breakfast area anchored by a custom dual-sided settee, serving as a sofa on one side and a dining bench on the other. This multifunctional piece maximizes both comfort and space. A vibrant palette of deep blues and golden brass accents enlivens the room, creating an atmosphere that feels both spirited and sophisticated.
Uptown Pied-à-Terre
The kitchen in our Uptown Pied-à-Terre is designed with a glass partition wall, creating an open and connected flow between the kitchen, dining room, and living area. The custom dining bench tucked into the kitchen corner offers a cozy spot for casual meals and conversation, blending seamlessly into the home’s relaxed Mid-century atmosphere.
Luxe Urban Expansion
In our Luxe Urban Expansion, the kitchen’s sophisticated dining area centers around a deep teal upholstered banquette paired with an oblong tulip table and two chairs opposite the bench. Rich jewel tones and refined metal accents, seen in the custom cabinetry and the chrome table base, infuse the nook with depth and character. The result is a space that captures the classic, effortless luxury of New York City.
Uptown Eclectic
We designed the Uptown Eclectic dining nook to be family-friendly, with playful elements and a focus on functionality. A custom dining table, shaped to maximize seating, anchors the banquette, which features grey performance leather on the seat and a patterned woven textile on the back cushion. The mix of materials brings a sophisticated edge to the nook, while whimsical wallpaper and window treatments add a sense of charm and energy to the space.
Fifth Avenue Pied-à-Terre
Our Fifth Avenue Pied-à-Terre features a banquette set into a curved wall, with custom shelving seamlessly integrated into the architecture. A refined combination of steel blue upholstery, black leather, and high-gloss wood veneer wall paneling lends the space a chic, modern sensibility. The curved banquette and round dining table enhance the room’s flow while creating a designated dining area.