Casual cottage living is on my brain now that summer is in full swing. This casual country interior design trend is relaxed and very easy to live with - picture a quaint beach house on the shore. Lamps Plus has created an entire shop dedicated to the ease of cottage living where you will find everything you need to update your home in this style.
Cottage living can be many things. From oceanfront bungalows to lakeside cabins, if water is nearby, consider yourself lucky. Designing in shore style can be relaxed or a tad more formal, but regardless of the tack you take there are some basic elements you should incorporate.
Cottage style evolves from its proximity to water, so think about using natural, worn woods like you might find on a dock, shells and shell motifs. Don’t be afraid to use weather or rusted metals indoors, as new metals will likely patina anyway from the salty air.
Consider easy slipcovered furniture and rope decor that is synonymous with boats and moorings. Coral is also a time-honored accessory and is always tasteful on shelves, tables or even when converted to lighting. Coral or wood accent mirrors should also be used to reflect expansive water views when possible. Remember, the cottage living look should be easy, playful and above all a place where you can ultimately unwind.
Shopping List: 1. Hand-Blown Teal Bubble Glass Table Lamp (currently unavailable) 2. Uttermost Eliseo Light Walnut Wood Round Wall Mirror 3. National Geographic Pale Peach Ocean Coral Table Lamp 4. Cabana Banana Honey Oak Round Glass Top Accent Table 5. Set of 2 Cone/Strombe Framed Seashell Wall Art 6. Set of 2 Safavieh Spice Beach Lime Coral Fan Pillows
Photos: House of Turquoise.