A cottage has its own magic. It’s cozy, warm, and welcoming.
Today, a cottage is considered a ‘small house’ of any type. But we’ll be exploring the traditional cottage style and how to achieve that timeless, natural aesthetic.
From DIY decorations to vintage furniture – here’s what makes a house a cottage.
16. A Bold Red Cottage
While a cottage is defined by tradition, there’s no need to stick to the rules.
There’s plenty of room for self-expression with bold colors and decisions.
Turn an old, rustic house into a welcoming home by adding vibrant red accents.
15. Life in Green
The interior of a cottage is just as charming as the exterior. It’s intended to be a cozy and inviting space, like a pleasant retreat where you always feel at ease.
The bedroom is where you can really unleash your creativity.
Go big on plants, wooden decor, and vibrant, life-loving green hues.
14. Honoring Tradition
You’ll find the most picturesque cottages in the English countryside – like this one!
It’s a rich wellspring of traditional inspiration for designing your cottage!
13. The Vintage Charm
When it comes to cottages, don’t hold back when designing interiors. Go all in!
The details can transform your house into a cozy home, especially with creative ideas such as an eclectic gallery wall, vintage finds, and comfy armchairs!
12. Home in Nature
Cottages are often nestled in rural villages. It’s part of their charm. And each cottage should harmonize with and embrace the vibrant surrounding greenery.
For example, a plant wall on your stone exterior is the perfect solution.
11. Going Black
Coziness is subjective. It varies from person to person. Some find it in plants, antiques, and books. Others prefer something darker – specifically, black.
Give your cottage a modern twist by adding some black to the mix.
Pairing a black roof with dark wood walls can make any cottage feel cozy.
10. The Devil’s in the Details
Feel free to add natural wood furniture and decorations to your cottage.
Pay attention to these details – they’re crucial to achieving the cottage charm.
9. An Even Bolder Red
Red is a popular choice for cottages due to its rich appeal.
A cottage is often surrounded by lush greenery, and what better way to enhance that connection than by introducing a vibrant red, green’s complimentary color?
8. A Cottage-Style Bathroom
Designing a cottage offers plenty of opportunities to invite nature into your home.
Every room can include it. Yes, even the bathroom!
With plants all around, your bathroom will feel like an actual sanctuary.
7. Plant Walls
A cottage is the perfect home for a plant wall! Think twice before trimming.
6. In the Kitchen
Kitchens always get a lot of love (as they should!) in cozy cottages.
Make it feel like a space where you could just cook forever.
Since cottages often have beautiful gardens and lovely, picturesque countryside views, a kitchen window is a must for both light and cottage-style aesthetics.
5. A Natural Dining Area
Earthy, natural colors and tones are perfect for cottage interiors.
Because most cottages feature stone walls, using natural materials, textures, colors, and deco creates and enhances that immaculate rustic cottage appeal.
4. Gardens!
No cottage is truly finished without a charming, slightly overgrown garden.
Don’t be afraid of a little natural chaos, though. An overgrown bush here or there can enhance that rustic, lived-in, cozy cottage look – like the lovely garden above.
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Here’s another example of an idyllic cottage in England.
The age shows. It’s what makes it authentic. It has a story tell. And history. It’s cozy and welcoming. You can just imagine yourself curled up by the fire inside.
2. Light, Light, and More Light
A cottage kitchen and dining area need plenty of natural light.
But not just the kitchen. Cottages are small and lack many windows. So, you’ll need to utilize them effectively to flood your home with ample light and energy.
1. Speaking of Kitchens…
It’s the heart of every cottage.
This is where rustic details and cozy nooks truly come alive.
There’s nothing quite like a cottage kitchen to evoke a sense of comfort.