neighborly advice(8)

A snappy polka dot-upholstered bench behind the table is a kitchen space-saver.

Sources:
Banquette: fabricated by Windows, Walls & More, 212/472-4800.
Banquette fabric (“Orbit’’/Brown, Aqua #GWF 2600-613): Lee Jofa, 800/453-3563, trade only.
Sconces (“Architects Wall Sconce’’ #PT2001): Visual Comfort & Co., 713/686-5999, trade only.
Chairs (“Dorset Dining Chairs’’ #202054); chair fabric (“Dooley’’/ Chocolate #172155, discontinued): Room & Board, 800/486-6554, roomandboard.com.