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In a Hall, Entryway or Hard-to-Fill Spot

I love this small dove-gray settee. Most of the settees you see are old frames with new upholstery, and the result is the perfect blend of crisp and ornate.
by Elizabeth Reich
A bay of windows with a long narrow space in front of them is the perfect place for this elegant white and gold settee. It offers a nice soft pause in a long hallway.
by John Kraemer & Sons
A settee in a formal entryway is an immediate welcome for guests.
by Meyer & Meyer, Inc.
In a more casual entryway it can be the place to remove jackets and boots and set packages.
by Robin's Nest
A reading nook in a large or awkwardly shaped living room doesn't have to include chairs. This small settee gets the job done and adds a mini living area in a difficult-to-define space.
by Heather Garrett Design
A beautiful, shapely settee is a great way to fill a wall when the last thing you need is another console table. It is also less apt to collect junk.
by Mark English Architects, AIA
At the Table

This small settee works like a built-in bench but is more versatile. The plaid upholstery adds a country charm to the white room.
by Emily McCall  
In the Living Room

In a small living room or family room, a settee can be a stylish alternative to a couch. This settee is available here.
by Birdhouse Interior Design  
A settee can also take the place of a side chair or a modular L-shaped sofa. This ornate beauty looks perfect in a country eclectic room.
by The Old Painted Cottage
The modern, armless version is much more masculine than its curved and carved counterpart.
by Mark Dodge Design  
The superfeminine, ultraplush version of the settee. I can see Lana Turner once lounging here.
by Nichole Loiacono Design  
In the Office

A comfy settee makes a good desk chair and gives the space a much homier and personal feeling.
by Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects  
A purple velvet chaise longue isn't exactly business as usual.
by Lizette Marie Interior Design  
In the Bedroom


These small Jonathan Adler benches at the ends of the beds seem specially designed for removing shoes and setting out tomorrow's outfit.
by Elizabeth Dinkel

Comments

Lena Kroupnik Interiors I like your story on settees. They are small in comparison to sofas , but versatile and can add a lot of character to the space as well as function...
6 months ago · ·
olldbobbi Great idea for a desk chair! I prefer the more modern, less ornate ones.
6 months ago · ·
Jess @ homevolution There is something about settees that I just love! These are great inspiration!
http://homevolution.blogspot.com
6 months ago ·
appytrails I have been looking for the perfect settee for a spot in my remodeled living room. I envisioned a curved back or open back to go where the chair is in the photo.
Because there are open doorways on either side, it's a tricky spot.
Can anyone help me find something that would work???
6 months ago ·
Texas Tuscan Furniture Designs These are very good ideas. If we add pillows and throws to a reclaimed wood bench it will add the look and function plus a lot of character.
6 months ago ·
fredericklc Love me some settees, lol! They are just so cute.
6 months ago ·
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