Window seats are a classy addition to any house. They?re common in Victorian homes, which is part of what makes them feel so classic. But they fit incredibly well into modern spaces, too. People from any era enjoy reading by the natural light of a window ? or, in this day and age, possibly playing […]The post 6 Creative Ways to Use Window Seats appeared first on Freshome.com.

Window seats are a classy addition to any house. They?re common in Victorian homes, which is part of what makes them feel so classic. But they fit incredibly well into modern spaces, too. People from any era enjoy reading by the natural light of a window ? or, in this day and age, possibly playing on a tablet computer.If you?re thinking of installing a window seat, or if you have one you?re trying to dress up, there are many ways to creatively make use of it. Read on to discover some creative ways to work with window seating.Turn window seating into bench seating. Image: Rachel Reider InteriorsCombine window seats with a tableOne of the easiest ways to get creative with window seating is to place it next to a table. This works well if you have a long, bench-like window seat. This idea turns your window seat into a cozy breakfast nook and gives your eating area a restaurant booth feel. And, naturally, putting the table by a window seat means a great view of the garden or yard as you eat or work.A few well-placed chairs incorporate window seating into the rest of the space. Image: James Schettino A...