3 feet above the floor would put it at countertop height, way too high to use as a window seat. 18" would be far better. As for depth, the bay could be 3 ft. deep, but the actual seat should be closer to 2 ft.

Looks super uncomfortable.

Picture windows normally don’t open, so they let heat and light in but don’t allow for ventilation. You haven’t provided enough information for anyone to give good advice. Photos and room dimensions would help.

Hi All

thanks for the responses. Actuall yit is pretty much new construction so I do not have good pictures of existing space. But here is the picture of the plan, you can see the 7'x6'x3' window in here.

We are still trying to decide if we should optimize it for seating, shelves on the sides and only one window in the front. Or we should optimize for view with windows all around and some seating with backrest. If anyone can share some ideas around both options, it would be really helpful.

I am also not sure, what should be the size of exact window I should order for the front window.

Option1: shelves on the size

Option2: windows all around

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I had a living room window seat in a home I owned. It added a lot of charm and light to the room. I found that it was rarely used for seating, though. I had envisioned curling up there reading a book but in reality it wasn't a comfortable place to sit for more than a few minutes. The cat, however, really loved it and spent hours each day napping there. Little kids liked it too.

The kitchen and family room look small on your layout. Thus, a window seat might take up space that can be occupied by a sofa or chairs.

What does your architect recommend?