Leather bench seats can be functional, fashionable, or both: Place them strategically in spots around your home where you need to grab a quick seat now and then. Think entryway (when you’re putting on your boots) or end of bed (when you’re getting ready in the morning). Use them to fill in blank wall space in lieu of a console. A leather bench seat looks great under a large piece of artwork; toss a throw over it for a touch of coziness. Use a backless leather bench as a window seat. Just check the height to make sure it won’t rise higher than your window sill. Swap a couple of dining chairs for a leather dining bench. Make sure you’re quick to blot any spills, and look for a leather with a protective top coat.