8 Incredibly Fabulous Breakfast Nook Design Ideas

Large or small, incorporating a light-filled breakfast nook into your home an incredibly perfect way to make the most of extra space in or adjacent to your kitchen. Whatever you are doing in this space, kicking back and relaxing or spending time with your family, the breakfast nook is the ideal space to begin your day.

Designing this nook space next to a window is a great way to begin your day with plenty of sunshine. A combination of banquettes, built-in booths, chairs, tables that are either rectilinear or curved, dimmable light fixtures and throw pillows will help to create a cozy ambiance.

If the nook is a built-in, think about incorporating pullout drawers into the seating for extra storage. Breakfast nooks can also play double duty as homework stations and intimate spots for candlelit dinners. See if these super cozy breakfast nooks make you start rethinking your kitchen layout.

Have a look below for breakfast nook design ideas, see how to add a breakfast nook with storage, and how to tuck one just about anywhere.

1. Kid Friendly

This cozy breakfast nook is a perfect kid-friendly zone. With minimalist details plush cushions, bright hues and a cool chalkboard, this is the perfect space for kids. As most parents know, this setup will unfortunately put some chalk dust on the fabrics, so be prepared to select wisely, go for materials that are easily scrubbable and very durable, possibly commercial grade.

2. Booth Style Nook

This design uses custom millwork and is separated from the rest of the kitchen, perfect for cozy mornings spent with family and friends.

3. Bay Window Booth

This adorable little breakfast nook is tucked into a bay window, creating a light-filled space, perfect for energizing your morning. If you have a small kitchen space that needs a breakfast area, this is a clever way to create an addition. Just build the space out if you have it available to you on your property, a very cost-effection small addition.

4. Banquette Style

Notice how this booth has a high back which helps to create a dividing wall between itself and the kitchen. This helps to section off the spaces and make a more cozy respite to enjoy family meals.

5. Take Advantage of a Bay Window

This built-in nook follows the lines of the bay window, creating a curvaceous eating spot. The rounded table follows in harmony, with pops of color creating a very appealing atmosphere.

6. Limited Space

If you find that you don’t have a lot of space for a breakfast nook, consider a small pedestal table that can be tucked in just about anywhere. A two person banquette makes it very cozy, a cute little nook that fits the bill!

7. Maximize on Storage

If you have a built-in banquette, utilize the space underneath to store items such as linens, cookware, magazines, toys, the skies the limit!

8. Functional Storage

Once a small and awkward corner, this breakfast nook was transformed in a practical space. This space is dual purpose: a place to lounge and have a bite and also a functional storage area with shelving above and drawers below.

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