1
a
: a raised way along the inside of a parapet or trench for gunners or guns
b
Southern US
: sidewalk
2
a
: a long upholstered bench
b
: a sofa having one roll-over arm
c
: a built-in usually upholstered bench along a wall
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Designed by Carlos Rodriguez of Escala Forma Studio and lighting designer Haus of Lawrence, Lafayette is a dark, rich world of mahogany and oak, leather upholstery, curving banquettes and eye-catching chandeliers.
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Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 8 May 2024
Nestled in the iconic Carlyle Hotel, the gold murals and plush banquettes recall Coppola’s famously decadent, claustrophobic sets.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 7 May 2024
Cushy upholstered banquettes supply sofa-style seating along the perimeter; a commodious ottoman props up multiple feet.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2024
There’s also an 18-seat bar, banquette seating, a lounge area near the building’s original staircase and a semi-private dining room for up to 12 guests.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2024
Photo : Gavin Cater A breakfast nook is outfitted with banquette seating and a custom table.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Captain’s surreal American experience climaxes in a scene in which all four of Downey’s characters surround him at a restaurant, laughing at the absurd plenitude of their own power while seated on a red velvet banquette.
—Jia Tolentino, The New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2024
Off the kitchen is a casual breakfast nook outfitted with a cushioned corner banquette surrounded by large windows that offer a sweeping view of the ranch.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024
Gaby Hoffmann kneeling on a basement banquette, deep in conversation.
—Sonia Rao, Washington Post, 27 Jan. 2024
Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 8 May 2024
Nestled in the iconic Carlyle Hotel, the gold murals and plush banquettes recall Coppola’s famously decadent, claustrophobic sets.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 7 May 2024
Cushy upholstered banquettes supply sofa-style seating along the perimeter; a commodious ottoman props up multiple feet.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2024
There’s also an 18-seat bar, banquette seating, a lounge area near the building’s original staircase and a semi-private dining room for up to 12 guests.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2024
Photo : Gavin Cater A breakfast nook is outfitted with banquette seating and a custom table.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Captain’s surreal American experience climaxes in a scene in which all four of Downey’s characters surround him at a restaurant, laughing at the absurd plenitude of their own power while seated on a red velvet banquette.
—Jia Tolentino, The New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2024
Off the kitchen is a casual breakfast nook outfitted with a cushioned corner banquette surrounded by large windows that offer a sweeping view of the ranch.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024
Gaby Hoffmann kneeling on a basement banquette, deep in conversation.
—Sonia Rao, Washington Post, 27 Jan. 2024
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“Banquette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/banquette. Accessed 16 May. 2024.
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