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Banquette Seating: Custom Looks That Can’t Be Bought Off the Shelf

It all begins with an idea.

In 2025, banquette seating isn’t just a space-saver—it’s a designer statement. With curved architecture, cozy nooks, and open-plan kitchens dominating modern homes, custom banquettes solve more than one spatial challenge. Yet off-the-shelf options rarely deliver the tailored fit or luxe finish your clients expect. That’s where custom fabrication steps in.

At Patrona Studio, we collaborate with interior designers to bring banquette ideas to life—from sketch to install. Whether you're designing for a Brooklyn brownstone or a coastal retreat, we offer artisan-grade upholstery, seamless millwork integration, and elegant metal details.

Why Designers Love Custom Banquettes

  1. Maximized Layouts: Perfect for tight corners, awkward alcoves, or oversized kitchens

  2. Integrated Aesthetics: Upholstery, millwork, and metal bases that complement the full room design

  3. Client-Specific Comfort: Custom dimensions, back angles, and cushion firmness

  4. Luxury Finishes: From boucle and linen to matte black framing and brushed brass accents

Built for Designers: Our Process

We know you’re juggling timelines, budgets, and client expectations. That’s why our process is made for design professionals:

Have a contractor or install team? We’ll coordinate specs. Need help finalizing details? We’re happy to consult.

Banquette Project Ideas We Love

  • Breakfast Nooks: U-shaped benches with subtle curves and integrated storage

  • Mudroom Seating: Wall-mounted panel backrests with clean-lined bases

  • Entryway Corners: Sculptural metal-framed banquettes that double as art

  • Open Dining Areas: Continuous wall-length banquettes with wraparound upholstery

Pro Tip: Try pairing your banquette with matching upholstered wall panels or a curved millwork shelf above.

Get Inspired: Visualize Your Banquette

Want to show your client what’s possible? Our AI-generated visuals can help you convey ideas faster.

Use mood boards, sketches, and material swatches—then let us help bring them to life.



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Custom Millwork, No Renovation Needed: Built-In Upgrades That Transform a Room

It all begins with an idea.

Not every project needs a renovation to feel new. In fact, in 2025, designers are turning to custom millwork to add value, style, and spatial function without opening a single wall. Whether you're prepping a home for fall entertaining or wrapping up an install before the holidays, built-in upgrades are the fastest way to create a bespoke experience—without the mess.

Patrona Studio collaborates with interior designers to fabricate elegant, high-utility millwork: curved wall panels, sculptural shelving, and architectural accents designed to elevate the room. If you can sketch it, we can build it.

Built-In Features That Wow (No Gut Job Required)

  1. Curved Wall Panels

    • Instantly soften square spaces

    • Custom upholstery or hardwood slatting available

    • Adds dimension to otherwise flat, boring walls

  2. Statement Shelving

    • Floating, fluted, or sculptural shelf designs

    • Custom stains, matte lacquers, and integrated lighting

    • Perfect for bars, libraries, or media walls

  3. Millwork Niches

    • Adds architectural depth to hallways or bedrooms

    • Designed to match your project’s finish palette

    • Can house art, vases, or ambient lighting

  4. Built-In Bar Shelves

    • Integrated metal + millwork designs

    • Ideal for clients who love to host

    • Clean, tailored solutions to anchor dining spaces

How We Work With Designers

Our design-led process keeps your project on track and your client impressed:

You stay in control. We just make it easier to bring your vision to life.

Use It or Pitch It: When to Suggest Millwork Upgrades

  • Client wants a wow moment but no construction

  • Wall space feels unfinished, but art won’t do the job

  • You’re trying to hide awkward corners or break up long hallways

  • The home is being staged or prepped for guests

These upgrades are a designer’s secret weapon—fast, efficient, and high-end.



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