Breakfast Nook Ideas You’ll Love
Where do you eat your first meal of the day? Is it at your office desk? Maybe it’s in your formal dining room. Or perhaps you grab something and go. If you’re craving a place to sit down, relax, and savor your first cup of coffee, a breakfast nook may be the perfect solution. Breakfast nooks can be created in even the smallest of spaces, making them all the more cozy and inviting. All you have to do is pick a corner of your kitchen or dining room and get to designing. Unsure where to start? Here are five breakfast nook ideas you’ll love.
Think proportionally
When selecting furniture for any room, it is important to consider scale. The whole space can look disconnected when you put items in an area without first figuring out the proper proportions. You don’t want a massive table in a tight space or vice versa. If you’re designing a breakfast nook, you’re probably working with a section of your kitchen or dining room, not the entire room. Rather than filling the whole area with a large table, opt for a smaller, more viable piece that allows you to try a variety of layouts. Similarly, do not box yourself into square or rectangular tables. Instead, be willing to explore different shapes that suit the look you’re trying to create and make sense proportionally in the room.
Opt for bench seating
After you’ve picked out a table, you’ll need to think about what type of seating you want. Instead of finding a set of matching chairs, consider bench seating. Not only does this accommodate more people, but it also feels cozier, which is perfect for a nook! Aside from the comfort factor, you can also invest in bench seating with storage. These benches provide additional space for you to stow away all those kitchen appliances and tools you don’t regularly use.
Pile on the pillows
Once the seating is in order, be sure to fit it with cushions and throw pillows. While this is an easy way to insert more colors, patterns, and textures into your design, it is also guaranteed to create a warmer, more inviting look and feel. Make sure whatever colors, styles, and fabrics you choose are cohesive with the rest of the space. You can do this by selecting hues in the same color family, or if you want to add a pop of color to an otherwise neutral space, choose a complementary color. You may also want to select cushions in performance fabrics so they’re easy to clean and maintain.
Embrace color
Since breakfast nooks are smaller spaces, we suggest making more significant statements. Consider using a bold, dramatic paint color or striking patterned wallpaper to create an accent wall at the back of the nook. Not only will this help capture your personality and individual design style, but it will also draw people toward the space, prompting them to sit down and stay a while. Be sure to choose something that makes you happy and energizes you, as it’s where you’re going to kickstart your day!
Lean into lighting
One final touch that ties an entire space together is well-thought-out mood lighting. Consider the overall look and feel you want to create, then insert varied light sources accordingly. From focal pendant lights to a soft-glowing chandelier hanging above the table, there are countless light fixture options, all of which are sure to round out and polish the look you carefully create.
Design a Breakfast Nook You’ll Love
Breakfast nooks are meant to be cute and cozy. Follow the tips above, and you’ll be sure to create a space where your family will love spending their mornings. Need a bit more help with designing the look of your breakfast nook? Contact us today to schedule your free in-home design consultation.
