A curvy padded stool that hugs: Blu Dot Racer Stool, shown in bar height. Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter An understated, cushy swivel seat: Article Alta Swivel Counter Stool. Michael Murtaugh/NYT ...

These wood-based bar stools for kitchen islands feature padded seats and counter or bar height options that tuck neatly away below most kitchen islands and countertops. While there's only one ...

With chunky, oak-look legs and a deep, upholstered seat, this stool balances rustic warmth ... clean lines of its structure. Designed at counter height, it’s ideal for kitchen islands or bar ...