Decorating & Design
You’ll Want To Spend Winter Mornings In These Cozy Breakfast Nooks
Updated on November 19, 2024
Whether you’re sliding up to a stack of pancakes with everyone in pyjamas or enjoying a solitary cup of tea, there’s something warm and comforting about a breakfast nook. From charming corner banquettes to modern eat-in kitchen tables, get inspired by these cozy breakfast nooks.
Scroll down to see some of our favorites!
This breakfast nook is framed by a graceful arch and tucked onto a bright corner of this Toronto kitchen. The custom tufted banquette hugs the walls and has a contrasting seat that cleverly the chair upholstery.
In this Toronto kitche, a curved banquette is upholstered in comfy caramel-colored leather with a channelled back and has integrated shelves on one side.
Banquettes are a frequent fixture when designer Brian Gluckstein creates showhomes. His own renovated kitchen contains antiques like the English breakfast table in this nook. “I don’t want a shiny perfect table,” he says. “The patina makes it special and shows the way we live.”
In this Lion’s Bay, B.C. home, the breakfast nook is simply dressed for the holidays with a sprig of greenery. The homeowners often make this nook a games centre after dinner and say “it’s so cosy we never want to leave the table.”
A beige sectional slipcovered in linen forms the basis of this comfy breakfast nook in a Quebec escape on Lake Memphrémagog. The drapes echoes the warm woods in this Eastern Townships guest house, providing a soft transition between the trees outside and the dining space.
Designer Sappho Griffin layers a Persian runner to complements the lush array of vibrant throw pillows on the banquette in this breakfast nook in St. Margaret’s Bay, N.S.. The coconut bead chandelier keeps the vibe interesting and unexpected. “I didn’t hesitate on Sappho’s decorating suggestions, although the coconut bead light fixture was a surprise,” says the owner. “I worried about it at the time, but now I can’t imagine anything else there.”
A curved banquette with channeled back provides ample seating to host a crowed in this home designed by Kim Lambert. She created a more open floor plan by taking down a partition between the kitchen and dining area, where the banquette now sits.
In this contemporary newly built, Edmonton home, a long banquette is the centre of action for the family. The large picture windows and leggy banquette seating are a perfect spot for gathering in the kitchen. “It’s so bright in here that we rarely have to turn the lights on,” says the owner, Sophia Dobrowolski.
This Quebec country house oozes charm. A collection of wall-mounted plates add color and fun to the breakfast nook, and the banquette is upholstered in a rustic fabric that resembles a tea towel.
This long, caramel channelled leather banquette overlooks the backyard in this Craftsman-style house in Caledon, Ontario. Traditional ladderback chairs and hammered pendants have a rustic aesthetic to vibe with the country setting.
To make sure this banquette fit perfectly in this Toronto new semi, paper cutouts were laid on the floor to get the shape of the banquette exactly right. The channelled vinyl upholstery looks good from all angles.
This vibrant eat-in banquette exudes Southern charm. An l-shaped bench with buffalo plaid fabric combined with rattan chairs brings old-world style to this comforting corner.
A secluded nook is this kitchen was the perfect spot for a banquette which gets great views of the backyard. An upholstered bench in vinyl is a functional fabric choice for any breakfast room.
This modern farmhouse breakfast nook is all about understated details. A shiplap pantry flows effortlessly into the banquette, where a long two-tone pillow adds comfort and instant style.
Who says you need a corner to have a breakfast nook? This happy and bright banquette features an oval table to save on space. A Serge Mouille–style ceiling fixture creates a cohesive look.
The dining nook in this bright sunroom lets the homeowner’s get some Vitamin D while sitting down to breakfast. Extra-deep seat cushions with lively pillows give it a welcoming feel.
A light blue upholstered banquette with a vintage table is exactly where we’d want to begin any chilly day. Bonus points if there’s hot coffee and a spectacular view of the water (not pictured).
The breakfast nook in this Scandinavian-style farmhouse feels extra cozy against the painted shiplap walls. Neutral toned pillows scattered along the l-shaped bench add to the overall feel.
The whimsical pattern of this black and white banquette adds character to this quaint breakfast corner. The original brick wall behind it was painted white to accentuate the window’s curve.
Forever a fan of banquettes, designer Brian Gluckstein paired bench seating with a smoked glass trumpet table in the 2020 Princess Margaret Showhome. The table ties in nicely with the kitchen’s black metal detailing.
Designer Philip Mitchell framed this charming seating area in his Chester, Nova Scotia, kitchen with a dramatic arch — all the better to highlight a view of the magnificent harbor.
This Upstate New York weekend home has a welcoming, communal gathering place for weekend guests, nestled between a fireplace and views of the countryside.
During his Victorian home renovation, designer Joel Bray created a banquette with tufting and Queen Anne-style legs for the kitchen. The on-trend green velvet upholstery takes it up a notch!
In this elegant Calgary kitchen, designer James McIntyre brought in a long, curvy sofa and sculptural pedestal table for the banquette-style breakfast area. The effect is equal parts chic and comfortable.
In this West Coast kitchen, designer Ami McKay removed the peninsula blocking the view of the backyard, replacing it with a stylish floating breakfast bar and enlarged the back window. The view of the green space beyond is now unobstructed.
Designer Sarah Hartill’s original home had a separate dining room, but this didn’t suit her family’s casual approach to entertaining. The new open plan incorporates a laid-back nook, which also offered Sarah an opportunity to layer in pattern — and add even more storage.
Aside from hosting family dinner, a spacious banquette is the perfect place to do homework. Tufting and a glossy finish feel luxe, while also being easily wipeable when spills inevitably happen.
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There’s something so timeless yet graphic about black and wood, as seen in this family-friendly nook banquette. Bentwood chairs feel light and breezy, especially when paired with a whimsical painting.
Fit for a young family, this rustic eating area has plenty of room for messy meals. Plus, custom glazed ceramic pendants — designed by Kyla Bidgood and Kris Hageland — tie the whole look together.
This breakfast nook exudes French bistro flair thanks to the pair of handsome cabinets swathed in Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue and timeless striped upholstery on the custom built-in banquette.
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“Everyone loves a window seat so, during the renovation, we pushed out the window and created one,” says designer Gillian Gillies. She brought the antique pine drop-leaf table home from Edinburgh to reminder her of home.
What makes this breakfast nook so unique is the built-in planter, which will have you dreaming of sunny spring days even in the depths of winter.
A sunny yellow banquette is a welcome site in the morning, and brings an element of playfulness to the modern walnut cabinetry and a sleek white table in this functional, family-friendly breakfast nook.
An olive green upholstered banquette gives this eclectic kitchen a gastro-pub vibe. The custom seating and long wooden table are ideal for hosting a big family breakfast.
In this West Coast home, a built-in banquette offers ample space for family and friends to gather around. A contrasting statement wall, geometric light fixture and statement artwork add drama.
Homeowner Andrea Armstrong selected the polypropylene chairs and leather-look vinyl banquette in the breakfast nook for their modern lines and resilience to spilled food.
“Everyone loves a window seat,” says Brian Gluckstein of the 2018 Princess Margaret Showhome‘s kitchen. “Imagine reading the paper or having your breakfast here.”
This nook is glamorous enough for any soirée. Add a dash of luxury to your kitchen alcove by opting for shapely upholstered seating and a jewelry-like light fixture.
“The banquette has become the ideal spot to eat, hang out, do homework and chat while enjoying the view of the backyard,” says designer Olivia Botrie of the breakfast nook in this stunning sage kitchen. A vintage table adds a dash of country charm to the small space.
It’s no surprise that designer Brian Gluckstein is a fan of breakfast nooks, so the 2017 Princess Margaret Showhome wouldn’t be complete without one. This sleek seating niche offers the best views of the backyard.
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