How to Create Dining Spots in Any Kind of Space
See how effortlessly these charming breakfast tables have become part of both small and large areas
If you are lucky enough to get breakfast in bed when you awake, move on to the next article; but for most of us the morning starts with getting out of bed to head for breakfast, which can require quite a bit of motivation. This is where quaint, cosy breakfast nooks come in, which put us in a good mood and are practical for quick meals. All you need is a small seating area for two to four, some plush cushions and good food. Voila! You’ll be hopping out of bed, straight for this table.
Dine-o-clock
The coolest thing is the added storage space beneath the seating. Pretty wicker baskets can be stacked and stored underneath the bench. How about using this space for entertainment, too? For instance, it’s perfect as a tiny secluded spot to play some Scrabble. After all, we’re never too old for games – or quick snacks.
The coolest thing is the added storage space beneath the seating. Pretty wicker baskets can be stacked and stored underneath the bench. How about using this space for entertainment, too? For instance, it’s perfect as a tiny secluded spot to play some Scrabble. After all, we’re never too old for games – or quick snacks.
Light it up
A breezy, well-lit room, sun peeping in through the windows, fresh flowers … what’s not to love about this bright and sunny breakfast nook? The heterogeneous assortment of cushions and the vibrant colour scheme add an air of playfulness to the breakfast nook. The chunk of log stood upright as a stool fits right in – an idea worth stealing. If your kitchen has a few windows overlooking the lawns, like this one, and some space to spare, you can easily set up a cosy corner with a view.
A breezy, well-lit room, sun peeping in through the windows, fresh flowers … what’s not to love about this bright and sunny breakfast nook? The heterogeneous assortment of cushions and the vibrant colour scheme add an air of playfulness to the breakfast nook. The chunk of log stood upright as a stool fits right in – an idea worth stealing. If your kitchen has a few windows overlooking the lawns, like this one, and some space to spare, you can easily set up a cosy corner with a view.
Room for two
Have some spare space in your kitchen? Use it to your advantage to create a breakfast nook. All you need is a contemporary table and matching chairs, a floor lamp and some tasteful accessories, to make a mundane space look modern. Conversations in the kitchen over coffee, I must say, are some of the best, ever.
Have some spare space in your kitchen? Use it to your advantage to create a breakfast nook. All you need is a contemporary table and matching chairs, a floor lamp and some tasteful accessories, to make a mundane space look modern. Conversations in the kitchen over coffee, I must say, are some of the best, ever.
Vintage-inspired nook
This sweet breakfast nook fits perfectly into an underutilised corner in the kitchen. Vintage furniture, mismatched chairs and pendant lights add a casual vibe to the eating area. The black-tiled floor accent acts as a demarcator for the cooking and eating zone.
This sweet breakfast nook fits perfectly into an underutilised corner in the kitchen. Vintage furniture, mismatched chairs and pendant lights add a casual vibe to the eating area. The black-tiled floor accent acts as a demarcator for the cooking and eating zone.
A slice of heaven
Doesn’t this cosy sun-kissed booth remind you of the movie 50 First Dates? It sure does to me: this nook, with sunlit windows that peep out on lush greens and a quiet table for two, exudes freshness and innocence. To top it all, there’s storage beneath. The eclectic colours used in the booth upholstery and glass pendant lights add a touch of modernism to the whole traditional idea of romancing over breakfast.
Doesn’t this cosy sun-kissed booth remind you of the movie 50 First Dates? It sure does to me: this nook, with sunlit windows that peep out on lush greens and a quiet table for two, exudes freshness and innocence. To top it all, there’s storage beneath. The eclectic colours used in the booth upholstery and glass pendant lights add a touch of modernism to the whole traditional idea of romancing over breakfast.
The walk-in nook
A fold-up table at this wraparound banquette transforms a narrow breakfast island into an intimate gathering place. The bright yellow back wall separates the kitchen from the banquette while adding welcome colour to the monochrome decor.
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Tell us:
Which breakfast nook would you like to replicate? Share your ideas in Comments below.
A fold-up table at this wraparound banquette transforms a narrow breakfast island into an intimate gathering place. The bright yellow back wall separates the kitchen from the banquette while adding welcome colour to the monochrome decor.
Read More:
8 Winning Kitchen Colour Combinations
9 Ways to Bring a Slice of ‘Cafe’ Decor Into Your Home
Tell us:
Which breakfast nook would you like to replicate? Share your ideas in Comments below.
Forget the breakfast-in-bed dreams and go for the breakfast-in-booth delights. With a graffiti-like wall set up behind the booth seating, this breakfast nook adds liveliness to the room. The corner has been utilised so as to not keep out of the way of the busy cook. The marble tabletop and gingham upholstery add to the elegance of this kitchen.