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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Minimalist but expertly curated, details include a concrete spiral staircase in the spa, curved banquettes for dinner tables, a brand new wine cellar made to feel like a wine cave, and fire pits on the stone terrace surrounded by deep outdoor sofas dotted with shearling blankets.
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Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
The setup at the 18th-century venue featured yachting décor with pink and green lattice, banquettes, and mahogany bars with light bites and cocktails.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 7 July 2025
Built in 2019 and located on an oversized lot just steps from The 606 trail network’s Bloomingdale Trail, the house has three bathrooms, a kitchen with an island, a dining banquette, a first-floor bonus room and a primary bedroom suite with double closets along with a dedicated shoe closet.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Down a curved staircase, a second level includes a long bar, a lower ceiling and hints of the lively, cozy vibe to come once the sienna leather banquettes are packed with patrons.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
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Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
The setup at the 18th-century venue featured yachting décor with pink and green lattice, banquettes, and mahogany bars with light bites and cocktails.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 7 July 2025
Built in 2019 and located on an oversized lot just steps from The 606 trail network’s Bloomingdale Trail, the house has three bathrooms, a kitchen with an island, a dining banquette, a first-floor bonus room and a primary bedroom suite with double closets along with a dedicated shoe closet.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Down a curved staircase, a second level includes a long bar, a lower ceiling and hints of the lively, cozy vibe to come once the sienna leather banquettes are packed with patrons.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
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“Banquette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/banquette. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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