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Add Comfort and Function With a Cozy Corner
See how to turn a neglected area into one of your most sought-after spaces
The corners in a room sometimes present a unique design challenge, but most of the time we tend to overlook them. With a little creativity, though, an ordinary corner can become a extraordinary sitting area. Take a second look at those amazing angles in your home. Who knows? That corner could become your favorite place this winter to curl up with a blanket, a good book and a cup of tea.
With fun, contrasting colors like turquoise and violet, this corner bench is sure to get a lot of use. Window seats are a great way to maximize space in smaller rooms.
If you have a large open space, create an artificial corner with a banquette. This design idea allows you to define separate areas within the larger room without losing the sense of openness.
Let your corner serve more than one purpose. Here, the homeowner can work at a small desk or relax on the window bench.
A cozy corner by the fireplace is always a welcome sight. The fireside seat in this room has a wall sconce above it, so even at night you can settle in with a challenging crossword puzzle or a good book.
Corner benches work especially well when you have a window with an amazing view. The absence of chair backs ensures that the view to the scenery outside stays unobstructed.
Here, a dining table and chairs are placed near a window bench. This is a wonderful, space-saving way to accommodate extra dinner guests.
If you have a busy household, then this utility bench may be just what you need. With hooks to hang hats and coats, a place to sit and put on shoes and a lot of storage, a corner like this is sure to help keep things running smoothly.
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Great ideas for window seats
Cozy up to a banquette
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Great ideas for window seats
Cozy up to a banquette