Benches not on the sidelines
19.9.2018
Translation: machine translated
The word bench evokes childhood memories: we all had one at home. Compared to chairs, benches have a number of advantages and are now being reinterpreted.
Never before has a piece of furniture been so practical: you can sit on it alone, or with others for a touch of conviviality. Here's an object that stimulates the social aspect. Even on your own, there's no shortage of possibilities, whether you want to spread out your legs or lie down for a little nap.
A bench also has an effect on the room as a whole. Unlike chairs, it has fewer legs, which adds to the serenity of the whole. Judicious placement brings a certain balance to a somewhat motley interior.
With or without?
With a backrest, a bench offers greater comfort, as you can adopt different poses. A bench like this can also be used to visually divide a room, for example the dining area from other areas of the house, a technique that is particularly useful within large volumes.
A backless bench, on the other hand, has other advantages. It is more discreet and lightens up a room considerably. Thanks to its low height, it takes up very little space and is ideal for flats with small rooms. Set against the wall, the bench can be transformed into a real cosy corner with a few decorative cushions.
Multiple use
Outside the dining room, the bench also enjoys great popularity and provides a decorative storage surface. In the bedroom, you can put clothes or accessories on it; in the bathroom, linen and candles; in the wardrobe, handbags; in the living room, vases, books and photo frames, for example. And even your favourite bottles in the wine cellar. In other words, it fulfils all the functions you want. To try it is to adopt it.
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