I love the wide range of contemporary kitchen seating available these days. Not that I’m so old, but it’s fun to have options that didn’t exist a few decades back.
In days of yore most of us only had a breakfast table surrounded by four basic wood or vinyl chairs...how did we ever survive? Today, along with breakfast tables, many of us essentially live at the kitchen island which allows us more opportunity for additional seating like stylish counter barstools.
Rue Magazine and Domino had some fun examples of kitchen seating, chic islands and modern pendant lighting.
Attractive seating is one thing, but functionality is still key when selecting kitchen seats and stools.
If you or your family does work at the counter or table, you may want to consider chairs with backs or a cushion.
If the perching spot is simply decorative or to be used as a gathering spot at parties, simple backless stools can look amazing. I love the sexy, sculptural qualities of the two wood versions above.
If you want flexibility, why not try adjustable stools. That way you can use them at counters, table or taller bars. It’s one way to stay nimble in the ever changing designer world in which we live.
Another consideration is sight-line. Make sure you chairs and stools don’t block critical views and sight lines, especially if you need to watch children in adjacent rooms.
1. Try this Micro cone black LED mini pendant from Sonneman for tight spaces that need additional light.
2. I like the Asian simplicity of this saddle counter stool, which can be discreetly tucked under a counter.
3. The Antwerp white pendant light with nickel details from Jonathan Adler is bold and timeless at the same time.
4. I still like the classic lines and modern materials of these clear indoor or outdoor chairs (which comes in a set of 2.)
5. The Mid Century wired dining chair set should be a “go to” chair for modern kitchens.
6. Sleek lines and common sense functionality define this adjustable black leatherette counter or bar stool.
This is but a sampling of the contemporary kitchen seating styles available out there, so have some fun exploring the different types available to match to your kitchen decor!
Photos: Rue Magazine, Domino Magazine.