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Built in banquette or no?

6 years ago

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mamadada

6 years ago

You have the perfect space for it. Just to let you know. I was obsessed with a banquette. We had it built. Came out absolutely beautiful. 3 months later my house flooded. Cabinet builder said he would build again ... I said no. Many people on this site said it's hard to get into ... etc., etc. IT IS. Save booths for your visit restaurants. It looks great but not as comfortable as I wanted.

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gtcircus
6 years ago
I keep thinking about access to the backyard, is it elsewhere?
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BeverlyFLADeziner
6 years ago
If you are willing to change the table to round.
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Sammy, great idea but I have this thing about glass tables. I just replaced the one we had because I couldn’t live with it. And I wanted to have the banquette built. The new table was bought online about 4 months ago. Can’t return/exchange. However, I think I am getting closer to what may work and I do like the looks of the lights you sent. Def. will look for more of that type.
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oldbat2be
6 years ago
This is one of those topics which regularly comes up.

To search for topics on a post, I still reference GW, so that's what the search below is using.

Google: site:ths.gardenweb.com built in banquette

The second post returned, is a 'love it or hate it' with 52 responses.

Good luck!
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Lynda
6 years ago
Love my banquette and am having another in my new home. It all depends on you and your family. They work perfect for ours.
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Bonnie Clowney
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank you for these comments. This is helpful. I have heard that they can be difficult, but I am also happy to hwar the positive experiences. For bellburgmaggie, access to the back yard is just to the left of the picture in the living room.
mamadada
6 years ago
I agree that it makes a stunning kitchen. I am equally happy with the route I took which is a round counter height gorgeous table and 6 upholstered chairs. It's different, but easy to sit at. I find the higher table gives a kind of restaurant feel and that along with being a round table plus comfortable upholstered chairs lends to a long dinner and conversation for the family. Many compliments on the area. All of it combined also cost leaa than the $5000 banquette.
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Beth H. :
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
i love banquettes. million ways to do them. do a google image search of them to see what you like. You also have enough room in that spot to where you could slide in and out easily.
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Bonnie Clowney
Original Author
6 years ago
Beautiful pictures, Beth H. I really love the first one, because I love the rectangular table!
Wendy
6 years ago
I think your space looks ideal for a banquette. A round table would help with that. They are harder to get into but awesome for kids. You can cram a lot of kids on a banquette...lol..
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BANDD DESIGN
6 years ago
It looks like it could be the perfect place for one, but you would most likely need a round table.
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Bonnie Clowney
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank you, Bandd design! Love these photos! Reminds me a lot of my kitchen and the potential.
AnnKH
6 years ago
How about giving it a trial run? Put a picnic bench on the left wall for a while, and see how you like it.

I was thinking not of a U-shape, but benches on just the side, like a restaurant booth. Or keep chairs on the right side.

I do think a banquette/booth calls for a different table, though - one without legs at the corners.
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Bonnie Clowney
Original Author
6 years ago
Annkh That is brilliant! I love this idea!!!
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City Living Banquettes & Booths
6 years ago
Banquettes are great dining option! Given your space you can go with either a straight or L-shaped style. Keep in mind that it doesn't necessarily need to be built in, they work best with a pedestal table, and you don't want it to be too long so that it's not difficult to get seated onto. Check out our website for some popular banquette styles; www.citylivingdesign.com
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6 years ago
CityLivingBanquettes&Booths, I loved looking at your site and all of the gorgeous options. I saw a couple of very inspiring photos. Thanks, again!

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