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Front-hinged. These allow for an upholstered seat and back.
Make the most of storage potential. That space underneath built-in banquettes is prime real estate. Use it to hold less-used linens, cookware, art supplies and more.
Don't give up when space is tight. A small pedestal table can tuck in almost anywhere, and a tight two-person banquette cozies it up.
Use stain-resistant fabrics. You can have them custom treated or choose from all of the fabulous outdoor fabrics on the market.
Cut the countertops off before they hit the wall. This saves a corner for a banquette and two chairs. This room also uses a thick wall cleverly, creating a recessed display cabinet and a shelf for cookbooks.
Open shelves below cabinets
dark lower cabinet with butcher block
Banquettes With StorageRear-hinged. If your banquette will have an enclosed base, it can also be used for storage. You should consider storage requirements when deciding whether to use a hinged top, doors or drawers. A basic box with a hinged top (shown here) is probably the most economical design and can also accommodate large items.
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