My favourite kitchen bar stools
An essential item for bars or kitchen islands with seating nooks built in, kitchen bench stools offer the opportunity to tie together your kitchen design to your living spaces. What’s your style? Here’s a few of my favourites right now…
Beautiful kitchen bar stools: shop the looks
Bar stools, kitchen stools, kitchen bench stools - whatever you call them, they offer a practical solution to casual dining or drinks. Mine get used regularly, mostly when a meal is being prepared or someone is up for a chat! So what are you waiting for? Pull up a stool!
Round cane kitchen bar stool in medium, Thonet.
Classic kitchen bar stools are my go-to – these are the stools I chose for my kitchen island! It’s a classic Bentwood stool with a cane seat that suits both modern and classic spaces, including my Shaker-style kitchen.
Rexington Home ‘Panagiota’ kitchen stool, $295, Temple & Webster.
At 65cm high this is a small but elegant stool with a structured geometric base softened by a soft, comfy seat cushion. Great for bringing a bit of edge to a traditional interior.
Dowel kitchen bench stool in Walnut, The Wood Room.
I have a soft spot for this Dowel stool, a perfect fit for Mid Century-inspired or architectural interiors. It has a polished solid brass seat and understated turned timber legs, designed using natural materials and finishes so that it will age gracefully.
Nobleu Interiors ‘Lake’ bar stool in Oak, $499 each, Freedom.
Seeking spindle-backed kitchen stools, Australia? Look no further than Lake, a timber piece that brings a touch of boho-inspired styling to your space.
Belmont bar stool in Black/Rattan, $349, Oz Design.
You can’t go past black kitchen stools for timeless choice, This beautiful curved frame is crafted from birch timber and features a padded rattan seat for added comfort.
‘Jensen’ leather bar chair in Almond leather hide, $1069/three, Living by Design.
A comfortable woven leather seat base and Nordic vibes make these top-quality stools a great option for modern interiors with a fresh Scandi palette.
‘Alfordson’ 65cm wooden bar stools, $119.95/two, Amazon
Sturdy construction and an ergonomic seat make this Amazon find a great budget option.