12 Kitchen breakfast nook ideas for cozy mornings

In this post I am bringing you 12 cozy kitchen breakfast nook ideas that will show you it is possible for almost any space to have one!

Ever since I was a little girl I loved this idea of a kitchen breakfast nook! A cozy bright corner to have your coffee and breakfast with your family, sounds like a dream to me!

There is just something about a nook in compared to a table with chairs that makes it so much more fun and exciting!

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How do I add a kitchen breakfast nook in my kitchen?

Kitchen breakfast nooks are usually situated into a corner, or nook! But if you don’t have corner or nook but want the same feeling then sliding a small bench against a wall, and then adding a small table and two chairs will work too and give the same illusion.

Does a kitchen breakfast nook add value to the home?

Yes! Breakfast nook are widely popular and increase the value of your home. Not only that but it also creates a multi purpose space for games, meals, hanging out to homework!

How many people does a breakfast nook seat?

A traditional kitchen breakfast nook usually seats 4-6 people. If you have larger family or want to have more seating then consider a U shapes nook!

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20 kitchen breakfast nook ideas for inspiration:

1. Midcentury Nook

This lovely midcentury inspired nook features the perfect shade of green in the built in nook. A lovely vintage art piece hung above the padded backing completes this lovely cozy breakfast nook.

2. Hart Interior Kitchen Breakfast Nook

This stunning corner by Hart Interior has a cozy old world feel. A mixture of vintage furniture pieces paired with a beautiful green shade bench and those lovely cafe curtians make for a stunning corner!

3. Moody elegant nook

A stunning upholstered bench tucked between cabinets makes for the perfect little spot for a breakfast nook. The moody vibes make this space even more cozy and inviting!

4. Scallops

A very unique and cute idea with this scalloped bench! This breakfast nook is so lovely and makes for a statement corner in the home.

5. Beautiful in brown

6. Church Pew

I love the old world vibe in this kitchen breakfast nook! The wooden pew against the shiplap wall is vintage perfection! Even more the white pendant light is darling!

7. Traditional nook

This breakfast nook gives traditional and classic vibes that are so stunning and timeless! A beautiful corner where I would love to spend my mornings!

8. Dining room/nook

If you want to put a spin on a traditional dining room and want to save some space doing it then consider a dining nook! A bench along the wall paired with another upholstered bench gives this eating space so much character, practicality and style!

9. Amber Lewis breakfast nook

This stunning bright and airy kitchen breakfast nook is featured in Amber Lewis renovated home. The space has a ton of natural lights which makes it the perfect breakfast place in the home!

10. A modern twist

A modern nook yet cozy! Shades of neutral and blue mixed with layered textures make this spot inviting and cozy.

11. Vertical Shiplap

A stunning neutral corner tucked behind the kitchen underneath the window! The shiplapped wall adds so much visual interest!

12. Pretty in beige

Another stunning neutral dining nook paired with dark accents! The stunning pendant light is the show stopper, together with the shiplap and stunning chairs bringing character into this space!

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Kitchen Breakfast nook tips:

• Try going for upholstered bench seating. This will make the space so much more cozy and inviting.
• Dining chairs are the forefront of the nook, this means they need to be carefully selected! Try going for something bold or something with visual interest.
• To add character to the space try adding texture and pattern! Go for striped fabric or vintage pillows!
• Window treatments will ground the space and pull it all together.
• Lighting is important! Try going for cozy lighting, something that will complete the space and make a statement.
• Consider storage! If building those benches yourself consider adding storage by making the tops liftable!

Final thoughts

The inspiration is endless for kitchen breakfast nooks and as you can see in this post almost possible in any home lay out! It will add so much character to the home so it is definitely something to consider!

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