It's time we rethink our dining table and chair allegiance because there's nothing quite as chic or as cozy as a banquette. It works in a variety of design styles and reminds us of our favorite cafés as well as restaurants. Whether you're partial to statement decor or prefer to keep your dining area elegant and understated, this roundup of banquette seating ideas is sure to inspire you to sit back and relax.

RICH PURPLE

A banquette, upholstered in rich purple Maharam mohair, incorporates a luxurious touch into the kitchen. The handmade chandelier adds a sense of movement to the room, which also features a custom dining table.

COBALT BLUE

Custom chairs and a banquette in a bold cobalt blue hue. The white Saarinen table from Design Within Reach provides contrast, with a pendant light and wallpaper and herringbone flooring complete the look.

SLEEK LEATHER

A leather banquette, along with a brass and leather chandelier from Apparatus, add visual interest to a black and white.An eye-catching purple rug with a banquette covered in a blue and white Zak+Fox patterned fabric. Also featured in the space are a pedestal-style table & Lily pendant.

CLASSIC STRIPES

A striped banquette adds a casual dining experience to an open floor plan.

STATEMENT IKAT

Upholstered in a colorful ikat print, for a breakfast nook. A red lantern infuses a touch of farmhouse style into the space.A palette of white and tan hues comes together in a bright Napa Valley kitchen. The design scheme features a custom banquette in a tufted design and a white tulip table.

LUXURIOUS BLUE

An airy, contemporary breakfast nook features a luxurious blue banquette and an industrial table. A minimalist light fixture and black and white wall art enhance the design.