WINDOW SEATS Design options for a seat with a view

4 ways with… WINDOW SEATS

Carve out extra seating and storage with a smart design

1B L E N D S E A T I N G I N T O T H E B A C K G R O U N D Thinking about how to dress a bay window and incorporate seating? If the window looks out on greenery or the garden, hanging curtains that reflect the harmonious colours of nature will gently blend the seat into the view beyond. Matching the seat pad to the curtain pattern will further enhance the effect. 2 SLOT IN BESIDE A S H E L V I N G U N I T The depth and side of this built-in shelving unit have been brilliantly used to create a space for this comfy window seat. The panelling on the front echoes that on the wall behind and everything is painted white for a calming, cohesive feel. With its deep cushion, the seat doubles as a daybed for napping, too.

PHOTOGRAPHS FUTURECONTENTHUB.COM 3 MAKE A R E A D I N G AND T O Y S T O R A G E ZONE Built into an end-of-room alcove, every centimetre of space has been used to create this cosy reading zone, with its slimline bookshelf to one side and deep drawers for toys and games below. The design is even deep enough to fit a child’s mattress instead of a seat pad, so it can be used for a kids’ sleepover. 4 P L A N YOUR STORAGE W I T H A V I E W If you’re having structural work done, it’s worth considering the space around a new window or glazing. Creating an extradeep recess around the huge glass pane in this modern home has provided plenty of room for built-in storage above and to the sides, as well as a gorgeous and generous window seat below.