I have tossed around the idea of adding bench seating to the breakfast nook since we built this house 3 years ago. I knew that once I started, it would start a trickle effect of “if you give a mouse a cookie.” Would I need a new table? New cushions? A rug? After going back and forth over some different design ideas for the bench and not being fully committed to the idea of giving up my traditional chairs yet. or wanting to start that trickle effect, I decided I would try something very easy. Something I could return if i decided I hated them, but would look like nice built-ins if i decided I liked them.
These are 30″x18″ preassembled, unfinished wall cabinets! I just unboxed them and sat them into place. It can’t get any easier than that! I will add some wood to the tops to give them a finished look. And likely a pretty tufted cushion and some throw pillows. My Dad and I have already given them the sit test and they feel very sturdy. Once we secure them in place and add the wooden bench tops, they will be even more sturdy.
I already love how much cozier it looks in here. This was the only photo I snagged of the space before it got dark on me. Extra points if you can find what doesn’t belong in this photo. I can’t believe I didn’t catch that!
I’ll be back with an update soon! I think its going to be so good!
XOXO,
Brittany
Love it!!! Love the extra clothing left on the chair.
Love it and the bra is definitely making a new home🤣
Those things end up everywhere!
Bra 🤣
I hope you “measured” this space well before you put the cabinets in. 😉 I can’t wait to see the finished project!
I spy a tape measure and possibly a bra or something in the chair!
It looks so good though! I love a good cozy nook, even better when food can be involved! 😂
I can’t wait to see the end result.
Thank you! I think it will serve us much better because we host large parties a lot too!
Salt and pepper?
Or is that a bra on the chair?
My dang bra, yes. How I missed that, idk. We posting anyway because… relatable.
Looks amazing! Even the “hidden bra”! 😂😂
This is so clever! Can’t wait to see the finished project 🖤
Looks so good!
Thank you! I can’t wait to wrap this project up. I think it will be extra cozy with the new seating and cushions.
Oh great idea!! Can’t wait to see it.
Is that your bra in the pic?!!! 🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣
yes! how I missed that while snapping photos, i don’t know. lol
That’s too funny…photo blooper! Bench sitting will be awesome plus the extra storage even more awesome!
It’s looking so good! The bra being out just signifies home 😉
Ruler, I can’t wait to see it all put together!! It’s going to be beautiful!
This will be great. Throw pillows, even a couple, will add little pops of color and depth. Excited to see this. !
Beth
I’m really excited to style it out! Thank you for being excited with me!
Hey there! I’ve been reading your web sikte for skme time
now and finally got thee bravery to ggo ahead annd give yoou a shout out from Lubbock Texas!
Just waanted to say keep up the fantastic job!
Will there be a space behind them because of baseboards?
There is a dead space behind them. The bench is not as deep as it appears. We added the top and side panel to hide any dead space behind.