Cottages are generally smaller homes, but they have a cozy, warm and eclectic feel about them. Mixing vintage, flea market finds, and also the new is the hallmark of the cottage style.
Casual comfort can be seen everywhere in a cottage, with subdued and soft colors, and a combination of contrasting textures. Your own personal style flourishes and you can always add to your “stuff” without worrying about being “matchy-matchy'”.
The cottage style is especially prevalent in the UK, where it would seem the cottage has its roots. Set in the country where there are trees and green everywhere, and sometimes a flower garden, the cottage looks especially quaint.
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The Cottage Living Room
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A mixture of soft neutrals, a fireplace, comfy throws, and a blend of interior design styles make this living room warm and inviting. The casual yet elegant ambiance adds to the comfort and visual interest of this room.
The Cottage Kitchen
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This classic white kitchen beautifully blends the old world style of painted and glass-fronted cabinets with the modern use of the stainless steel stove and oven. Any accent colors would work in this gorgeous room and put some ceramic bowls with fruit on the table and you have the picture-perfect country kitchen.
The Country Bedroom
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This pastel blue and otherwise neutral bedroom, typifies the cottage style. With flea market finds and “Shabby Chic” feel, as well as an area rug rather than carpeting, this room is the perfect retreat for a renewing and refreshing night’s sleep.
The Cottage Bathroom
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This cottage style bathroom in muted shades of a true cottage green, delicately blends old world and modern elements. The recessed wall is a great spot for the claw foot tub, and the pedestal sink stands in beautiful contrast to the sisal rug at its base. The round mirror is a wonderful foil for the clean architectural lines of this bathroom.
The cottage style has always been an eclectic’s dream. Nothing is verboten, everything goes with everything else. Fireplaces, cozy nooks, quilts, muted tones, greenery carefully placed, all go into the cottage style. That’s why it is so popular with people who want a welcoming feel to their home. Source: Better Homes and Gardens. Featured image: Pinterest
