Add Comfort and Function With a Cozy Corner

See how to turn a neglected area into one of your most sought-after spaces

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The corners in a room sometimes present a unique design challenge, but most of the time we tend to overlook them. With a little creativity, though, an ordinary corner can become a extraordinary sitting area. Take a second look at those amazing angles in your home. Who knows? That corner could become your favorite place this winter to curl up with a blanket, a good book and a cup of tea.

by Maura Fernandez Abernethy Design

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With fun, contrasting colors like turquoise and violet, this corner bench is sure to get a lot of use. Window seats are a great way to maximize space in smaller rooms.

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by Kathleen Burke Design

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If you have a large open space, create an artificial corner with a banquette. This design idea allows you to define separate areas within the larger room without losing the sense of openness.

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by Andrea Schumacher

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Piles of colorful pillows added to the banquette make it the perfect spot to perch in front of these amazing windows. What a great space for reading the morning paper!

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by NURIT GEFFEN-BATIM STUDIO

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Let your corner serve more than one purpose. Here, the homeowner can work at a small desk or relax on the window bench.

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by Gast Architects

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A cozy corner by the fireplace is always a welcome sight. The fireside seat in this room has a wall sconce above it, so even at night you can settle in with a challenging crossword puzzle or a good book.

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by Mueller Nicholls Cabinets and Construction

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Corner benches work especially well when you have a window with an amazing view. The absence of chair backs ensures that the view to the scenery outside stays unobstructed.

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by Lindy Donnelly

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Here, a dining table and chairs are placed near a window bench. This is a wonderful, space-saving way to accommodate extra dinner guests.

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by Mitchell Construction Group

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If you have a busy household, then this utility bench may be just what you need. With hooks to hang hats and coats, a place to sit and put on shoes and a lot of storage, a corner like this is sure to help keep things running smoothly.

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