Entryway Benches Ottomans and Poufs

How to choose a bench, ottoman, or pouf

Which one do I need, bench, ottoman, or pouf?

Match the piece to the job. Choose an entryway bench for a spot to pull on shoes, ideally one with hidden storage for boots and bags. Pick an ottoman for a footrest, extra seat, or tray surface in the living room. Reach for a pouf when you want the most flexible option, light enough to move wherever you need a seat or a footrest.

Does an entryway bench need storage?

Choose a bench with storage if your entry collects shoes, bags, and clutter, since it gives you a seat and a hidden home for the mess in one piece. In a tight hall, pick a slim profile, then add a mirror above and a basket below so the entryway works without feeling crowded.

How do I use a pouf or ottoman in the living room?

Use it as the flexible player. Slide a pouf in front of a chair as a footrest, pull it out as extra seating for guests, or top a soft ottoman with a tray to stand in for a coffee table. Choose Bouclair's poufs and benches in oatmeal, beige, taupe, or grey to layer easily with an existing sofa.

What size should it be?

Measure the wall or the foot of the bed for a bench, and leave breathing room on either side rather than filling the whole span. Size a pouf to roughly seat height so it works as a footrest, and choose an entryway bench an adult can sit on without blocking the door. To fit it to the room, shop a curated collection we have already balanced.