Unique Breakfast Nook Ideas for a Dining Space You’ll Love
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No 1 | Organic Modern Breakfast Nook
We LOVE a good dining nook around here, and today we’re sharing some of the best breakfast nook ideas to spark your next redesign. If you’re looking for inspo that’s beyond the basic, this roundup blends eclectic elements with modern and tradtional style for a space that’s anything but boring.
You’ll find a mix of some of our own designs alongside some of our favorite Instagram finds as well. So whether you’re dreaming of a custom built-in banquette or simply refreshing a sunny window seat, these ideas are sure to inspire.
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No 2 | Breakfast Nook Ideas: Make Space Under the Stairs
Such an ingenius way to utilize a wall space by the stairs (click the arrows to see all images). Colour Cube Interiors took advantage of the space underneath to make a curved dining nook bench. Carefully chosen accessories like checkered and striped pillows, colorful artwork, and a scalloped vase filled with florals creates a cozy and eclectic dining area these homeowners undoubtedly love.
No 3 | Sculptural Table & Patterned Pillows
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This cozy breakfast nook shows how a few simple touches can make a big impact. A round wooden table and cushioned banquette keep things comfy, while a woven pendant and bowl of lemons add just the right amount of visual interest. With sunlight pouring in and soft textures all around, it’s the kind of spot that makes you want to linger a little while longer.
No 4 | Breakfast Nook Ideas: Use a Sofa as Banquette Seating
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Don’t want to go through the hassle of having a custom built banquette? Try a sofa for easy DIY banquette seating. This velvet cordoroy sofa in mustard brown tones pairs beautifully with rattan chairs accented in turquoise velvet, while textured pillows create a cohesive color palette. A round marble table adds a sculptural, modern feel while the large statement art and sconces tie everything together.
No 5 | Mixed Chairs, Potted Plants and Colorful Artwork
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In this laid back breakfast nook, mismatched furniture and decor work together due to a cohesive color palette consisting of navy blue, gray-green and warm wood tones. Plenty of light floods the room, making the perfect spot for plants to thrive in the window seat, and statement art and wall shelves with an assortment of personal items add to the eclectic, lived in look.
No 6 | Breakfast Nook Ideas: Mix Traditional & Modern
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We love the mix of styles of this breakfast nook in the way of a modern tulip table and tradtional black spindle chairs. The banqutte seating adorned with plenty of cozy pillows is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. A space that could have been filled with a basic table and chairs now serves as a spot for addtional storage with plenty of visual interest.
No 7 | Modern Coastal Vibes: A Breezy Color Palette + Shiplap
If your dining room has dark floors and minimal sunlight, light colors like the ones in this breakfast nook are essential. The light blue, peach and neutral tones paired with gold accents provide a pretty contrast. The woven chairs and table in light wood tones, ivory shiplap walls and sculptural lighting add just the right finishing touches in this space.
No 8 | Organic Earth Tones & Leopard Print
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If you love neutrals but still like a bit of visual interest, try mixing in unexpected patterns and color into the mix. This breakfast nook achieves both a minimalist look with eclectic style in the way of light wood tones, modern, clean lined furniture, leopard print cushions and art.
No 9 | Neutral Organic Modern with a Pop of Green
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This breakfast nook layers soft textures and sculptural shapes for a look that feels calm but considered. A woven-seat chair and organic stool bring in natural elements, while the green upholstered bench adds a subtle pop of color. The round table keeps things light and airy, grounded by the unique curved wall hanging and a small statement pendant light above. It’s a quiet mix of form and function that feels both modern and effortlessly cozy.
No 10 | Eclectic Modern: Green Velvet & Woven Chairs
This modern breakfast nook blends clean lines with soft, earthy textures for a relaxed yet refined look. A sculptural white table with unique wooden base anchors the space, while a layered neutral pendant overhead adds subtle drama. The green velvet upholstered banquette with abstract pillows brings in pops of vibrant color, and rattan chairs keep the vibe grounded and natural. A few succulents on the table finish the look—simple, stylish, and effortlessly inviting.
No 11 | Rich Wood Tones and Colorful Statement Art
This breakfast nook with beautiful warm wood tones and midcentury modern furniture and decor demonstrates how a few carefully chosen decor elements can transform a space. From the patterned banquette to the statement art, everything works beautifully together to create a stylish, comfortable and cozy dining space.
No 12 | Breakfast Nook Ideas: Incorporate Curves & Organic Shapes
This contemporary breakfast nook pairs modern comfort with a soft, natural palette. The curved, upholstered sofa wraps gently around a round white table, where a vase of colorful flowers and a sculptural dish add effortless style. Gorgeous wooden chairs with curved details balance out the lighter tones, while grand windows dressed with linen curtains frame lush greenery just outside. It’s the perfect spot to start your day with a little peace and beauty.
No 13 | Add Statement Chairs in a Bright, Contrasting Color
Unique yellow chairs, wicker pendant light and a playful color palette complete with whimsical mixed patterns give this breakfast nook its eclectic, vintage aesthetic. A soft green corner banquette complete with cozy cushions and linen roman shades softens the space, while a modern white tulip table adds a fresh, minimalist touch and allows the statement chairs to shine. In a space like this, blance is key, and the designer nailed it.
No 14 | Spanish Modern Breakfast Nook with Plenty of Drama & Style
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Limewashed walls and natural wood tones add visual contrast to this European inspired dining space. A marble and wood table anchors the space, flanked by two textured gray ottomans. The elegant gold chandelier adds a sculptural touch, while an aged vase filled with overflowing greenery complete the look. Warm, textural, and elegantly understated, this nook invites you to slow down and savor the moment.
No 15 | Breakfast Nook Ideas: Built In Window Seating
A built-in bench with olive green checkered pillows paired with a textured wooden table sets a cozy tone in this breakfast nook. Woven chairs and a muted orange rug bring in warmth and contrast, while sheer curtains frame a large window overlooking greenery soften the space. The natural textures and earthy tones make this nook feel both grounded and welcoming—perfect for slow mornings and easy afternoons.
No 16 | Incorporate Playful Artwork
Warm toned wood floors and a bench with soft seating set a relaxed tone in this cozy breakfast nook. Above the bench, a trio of playful illustrations adds a whimsical touch, while the dark wooden table grounds the space with warmth and contrast.
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