Made to measure
Built around your space perfectly
An upholstered storage bench combines two practical functions within the same footprint, providing a comfortable place to sit while making use of the space beneath for additional storage.
At Stow & Settle, our upholstered storage benches are made to measure, allowing the dimensions, upholstery and storage configuration to be designed around the room rather than restricted by standard furniture sizes.
Where Do Upholstered Storage Benches Work Best?
Storage benches are particularly useful in rooms where seating is desirable but introducing separate storage furniture would take up valuable additional floor space. Their relatively simple form also allows them to work across several different interior settings.
| Environment | Why a Storage Bench Works | Useful For |
|---|---|---|
| Hallways & Entrances | Creates a practical place to sit while using the space beneath the seat for everyday storage without introducing another cabinet or unit. | Entrance halls, boot rooms and wider hallways |
| Bedrooms & Dressing Rooms | Provides upholstered seating alongside additional concealed storage while maintaining a softer, more considered bedroom aesthetic. | Ends of beds, dressing areas, walk-in wardrobes and window positions |
| Commercial & Reception Spaces | Allows seating and practical storage to occupy the same footprint where a tailored furniture solution is appropriate. | Reception spaces, changing areas and selected commercial interiors |
Storage Without Additional Furniture
The principal advantage of a storage bench is efficiency. The footprint required for seating already exists, so incorporating storage beneath it allows the same area of the room to perform an additional function.
This can be particularly valuable in narrower rooms or carefully planned interiors where adding a separate chest, cabinet or freestanding storage unit would either reduce circulation space or disrupt the overall design.
Designed Around the Available Space
A made-to-measure storage bench can be proportioned around a particular wall, alcove, window or furniture arrangement. This helps the finished piece feel intentional within the room rather than leaving awkward gaps around a standard-sized bench.
The dimensions can also be considered alongside the way the bench will actually be used, whether it is intended as occasional seating, a practical everyday bench or a more prominent upholstered feature.
Choosing the Right Upholstered Bench
Storage is not required in every setting. Where the priority is simply comfortable upholstered seating, our upholstered benches provide a broader range of bench-style options.
Where seating needs to become part of a larger fitted-style arrangement with a backrest or wrap around a dining area, banquette seating with storage provides a more substantial alternative.
Upholstered to Complement the Interior
The upholstery allows a practical storage piece to form part of the wider design scheme rather than appearing purely functional. Fabric and colour can be selected to coordinate with surrounding furniture and finishes or introduce a deliberate contrast within the room.
The result is storage that remains visually integrated with the seating rather than dominating the appearance of the piece.
Create a Storage Bench for Your Space
Every Stow & Settle upholstered storage bench is made to measure around its intended position and use. By tailoring the dimensions, upholstery and storage configuration, the finished bench can provide practical everyday storage while remaining a considered part of the interior.