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Wood included two firepits (gas-powered, for safety) in the yard—one by the banquette, and one by the dining area, above.
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Rory Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
The living room is anchored by a soaring stone fireplace, which is mirrored in the stone doorways throughout, while the kitchen, framed by large windows that look out on the snowy landscape, includes a banquette for casual meals.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Food and Drink Silhouette is the all-day lounge that offers a snack menu and drinks in a very comfortable setting with a fireplace and banquette seating.
—Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
Wander around the quaint cobblestone streets of historic Tribeca before heading back to cozy up on a red banquette in the brasserie with a bowl of French onion soup.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
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Rory Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
The living room is anchored by a soaring stone fireplace, which is mirrored in the stone doorways throughout, while the kitchen, framed by large windows that look out on the snowy landscape, includes a banquette for casual meals.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Food and Drink Silhouette is the all-day lounge that offers a snack menu and drinks in a very comfortable setting with a fireplace and banquette seating.
—Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
Wander around the quaint cobblestone streets of historic Tribeca before heading back to cozy up on a red banquette in the brasserie with a bowl of French onion soup.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for banquette
Noun
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This three-piece sectional that’s just slightly larger than a loveseat is especially accommodating for smaller layouts and thoughtfully designed with the flexibility to tack on more seating (an ottoman, chaise, or extension here or there) as your family or space changes.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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Measuring 18 by 40 by 18 inches, the ottoman can withstand up to 250 pounds for extra seating and plenty of space for extra throw blankets, pillows, seasonal bedding, and more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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That effectively left it as a fourth quarter of nothing by mop-up time, with both benches emptied.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Mar. 2026
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There are plenty of benches, restrooms, and shade throughout the grounds, so visiting is comfortable year-round.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The space is full of playful contrasts—checkered wallpaper from Schumacher, a leopard-print carpet, and a whimsical Avalon rattan daybed by Serena & Lily.—
Amy Bradford,
Architectural Digest,
21 Mar. 2026
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Don’t miss this two-in-one porch swing that reclines to create a daybed.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Banquette.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/banquette. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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