Our Favorite Breakfast Nook Designs

Sit down and stay a while—

—these breakfast nook ideas are all about the cozy. And while we do love a formal dining room, meals shared around a two- or four-top have that feeling of nostalgia that just can’t be replicated. We love a warm and inviting kitchen nook. They feel more intimate and comfortable and provide the perfect breeding ground for the conversations we all wish we had more often.

Whether you have a large or small spare space in your kitchen, you can carve out a corner for morning coffees and casual meals. And much like powder rooms, they often provide the opportunity to make a design statement. They’re the place to enjoy meals, do homework with kids, and host small gatherings. No matter the style of the home, a nook is always a good idea. Here, our top six favorite Studio McGee designed or styled breakfast nooks to give you inspiration and ideas in spades.

Look No. 01 | Wood and Rattan

Look No. 02 | Part of the Cabintery

Look No. 03 | Shades of Grey

Look No. 04 | Simple and Sweet

Look No. 05 | A Farmhouse Feel

Look No. 06 | Plaid and a Pedestal

Look No. 01 | Wood and Rattan

The wood-on-wood look of this dining table and chairs set feels earthy and organic, a nice tonal pairing with the rattan pendant hanging above. It’s simple and clean, the perfect spot for a relaxing start to the day.

Shop the entirety of our Threshold x Studio McGee collection here.

Look No. 02 | Part of the Cabintery

We love how this built-in bench and matching wood table feel as if they’re part of the kitchen’s cabinetry. It’s a seamless flow from kitchen storage to breakfast nook. Though a simple design aesthetic, it creates a calming spot for casual dining.

See the entire scope of our Crestview Home project here.

Look No. 03 | Shades of Grey

We hate to admit it, but griege is a color, and it’s perfectly showcased in this kitchen dining nook. An earthy palette of greys, greens, browns, and creams is the perfect companion to an intimate breakfast nook.

See the entire scope of our Park City Contemporary project here.

Look No. 04 | Simple and Sweet

This simple little nook is such a sweet start to the day. We love the light and airy feel, a design moment that showcases a clear nod to coastal living.

See the entire scope of our Coastal California Kitchen project here.

Look No. 05 | A Farmhouse Feel

This stunning breakfast nook design features a bit of a farmhouse feel with tonal tongue and groove in a buttery white paint color. Ruffled throw pillows and tie-back seat cushions complete the welcoming space.

See the entire scope of our Hilltop Estate project here.

Look No. 06 | Plaid and a Pedestal

The pattern and tone of the checked navy roman shades add personality and depth but feels classic enough to stand the test of time,” Shea says. Paired with the rounded silhouette of our Otto Dining Table, the duo create a relaxing area for casual dining.

See the entire scope of our Home on The Bay project here.