We believe home design should be stylish and distinctive. The plush lines of a cushioned bench seat or the rustic texture of a wooden bench are elements that add a functional dimension to a space while making it personalized to you. At Lulu and Georgia, our well-designed and thoughtfully curated collection of benches are perfect for your home, offering both elevated style and individual personality.
Benches are often one of the last items you choose when styling a space—and sometimes overlooked entirely—but they offer versatile appeal. As flexible seating, additional storage, a surface for decor, or just a rich layer of texture, benches can add dynamic appeal to your entire home. From a traditional-looking cushioned bench to the sculptural silhouette of a slatted wood bench, benches offer almost endless opportunities for practical appeal and styling potential. It can be helpful to consider some essential styling principles before diving in.
Not sure what style fits your look and home best when searching for benches? Don’t worry; we have got you covered. Check out a few tips below on inspiration when browsing, styling tips, and explore our collection of modern benches for living rooms, bedrooms and transitional spaces.
Choosing an Accent Bench For Your Space
A good accent bench has eye-catching appeal, but it should also blend seamlessly into the space it is placed. That means finding a bench size that fits the area, considering a design that makes sense for the use, and perhaps most importantly, choosing a style that echoes and elevates the existing aesthetic. Be open to taking a risk on a style you love—whether it’s a chic upholstered boucle bench for your casual, California feel or a rough-hewn, whitewashed wood bench for a cool, coastal look. While many designs are versatile enough to style in any space, there are some considerations to keep in mind depending on the room.
How to Style a Bench by Room
Bedroom Benches
A cushioned bench seat can make an excellent bedroom bench because the soft profile and plush texture can be a natural touch to the foot of your bed. A simple upholstered bench is perfect for an inviting, cozy look and comes in a range of luxe upholstery options so you can tailor it to your aesthetic. In a more airy bedroom space, you may opt for the natural texture of a natural grain wood bench or a woven rattan bench for textural contrast with a lightweight feel. Bedroom benches can also be styled at the side of the room and hold anything from cozy throws to sculptural accents.
Entryway + Hallway Benches
Seating is sometimes a secondary concern in an entryway or transitional space, where a bench is primarily an aesthetic addition. See how our Arlene Bench has a rustic, natural wood grain finish and almost looks like a low side table. That is great for styling plants or books while also having a convenient place to sit for taking off shoes or a welcome greeting from a pet or loved one. If you are styling a bench in a transitional area but also want the option for additional seating when entertaining, consider an upholstered bench or leather bench for a more comfortable lounge. For a bench you can float in the middle of the room, consider a backless bench so you can style it without sectioning space off, creating a dynamic flow that invites a loose social feel.
Living Room Benches
Using a bench in a living room is the perfect way to add flexible extra seating without the bulkiness of a traditional accent chair or sofa. A storage bench can serve a dual purpose in a space - additional seating and storage space all in one. We love the versatility a wooden bench brings to a living space. Consider styling a wood bench as a coffee table or sofa table instead of as a seating option.
Lulu and Georgia Benches
Whichever way you decide to style it, remember that benches allow you the flexibility to showcase your design aesthetic. They give you a chance to showcase your individuality with little touches of nuanced taste. Loved ones and visitors can then immediately get a sense of who you are by how you layer these streamlined, woven, and upholstered benches into your design aesthetic.
Whether you are looking to find a sleek bedroom bench to add practical and visual appeal to your room or a statement-making upholstered bench seat to complement the look of your living space, Lulu and Georgia has a curated selection to choose from. Looking for a dining room bench or bench for an outdoor space? Check out our dining benches collection or outdoor benches collection.
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