Banquette against island

This fabulous kitchen from John Lewis of Hungerford belongs to interiors influencer Gold Is A Neutral and incorporates fabulous bench seating with an Art Deco feel in olive velvet that backs onto the kitchen. Jess has stools at the kitchen island too – so plenty of seating - perfect for big family parties Image credit: Kasia Fiszer

Well-appointed white and gray kitchen features black wooden dining chairs placed at an oval wooden dining table matched with a gray plank built-in dining bench.

A kitchen island with built-in seating can be a great way to add extra storage and prep space to your kitchen. Click the link for more details!

I've been meaning to share an update on our banquette kitchen island for a while! Here's a look at the before and after photos — so much more space.

A kitchen island with a built-in banquette bench that faces a dining table is one way to save space in a narrow interior.

A black built-in dining bench is fixed behind a black island and accented with gray cushions and blue and gray pillows.

Go inside Martha's first-ever home, Turkey Hill, a farmhouse in Connecticut. Take a tour of the beautiful property here.

Expansive white eat-in kitchen boast two side-by-side black wood dining tables seating Serena & Lily Riviera Side Chairs facing a long white leather tufted dining bench.

Maximize your kitchen space with smart design choices. This remodel includes banquette seating that adds seating and prep area without sacrificing style. The reimagined space incorporates a pantry and island, with a focus on functionality. The centered hood and island sink offer a modern aesthetic. Combining soft whites, warm woods, and elegant hardware creates a warm atmosphere. Natural light, clean lines, and maximum use of space result in a timeless kitchen that blends style and…

When planning the layout with the client on this kitchen renovation, we quickly realized that a peninsula made more sense for the space than an island, and allowed us to create this cozy breakfast nook, centered across from an existing fireplace. 📷: @ianmichelman