Innholdsfortegnelse for February/March 2019 i Cottages and Bungalows

A HOMEOWNER’S WORK IS NEVER DONE. That’s not how the real phrase goes, but the adaptation rings true for anyone who has lovingly and maybe obsessively fussed over his or her house. For lovers of old homes and old-home character, this can mean something very functional and utilitarian. From updating cabinets and hardware or lighting and flooring, to sourcing vintage and period finds that add aged character to your new home, there’s always something that can be updated or rejuvenated. Or if it’s designing and redesigning a room or décor scheme, there are trends and new style discoveries that deserve to be incorporated. As time passes and we settle into our spaces, we discover things our rooms need to be more comfortable, inviting and helpful. And the truth of the…

This kitchen is outfitted with ample storage, something that Mary and the homeowners prepared for ahead of construction. Mary says, “Make a list of everything your kitchen needs to have storage for—recycling, pots and pans, silverware, etc. Then give each them their own home. Group them together into stations, such as cleaning/ prep or glassware, and design your kitchen to have these usable stations where they make the most sense. Clients tell me that being so organized makes things efficient and cuts down on prep time.”…

1. Bright Whites. A beach cottage must-have, bright whites add light to any space and somehow look like the fresh ocean breeze feels. 2. Saturated Blues. There’s nothing quite like the blue of the sea. Because the hue changes based on location and more, there are a multitude of blues and greens that can be used for a beachy vibe. 3. Natural Woods. Think driftwood washed ashore or the color of a sandy beach. Any tans, soft browns or light wood tones will reflect this aspect of beach living.…

Most properties in a place with as much natural beauty as the charming village of Quogue in the Southampton area of New York are designed with the surroundings in mind. But John Bjørnen of Bjørnen Design went a step further with a recent project there by “allowing nature to inform the colors inside” as well. It’s an approach to design that resulted in a beautifully updated modern home that naturally fits in with its environment. FIRST-CLASS HISTORY According to the neighbors, the original property was owned by the U.S. Coast Guard, and the house and the one next to it were the first cottages on the beach. The main house includes a family/living room, open dining area and adjacent kitchen, two lower guest bedrooms, a master bedroom and bath and…

TRIED & TRUE Hand-painted Portuguese tile: Mission Tile West, (626) 799-4595 or missiontilewest.com. Cabinetry: Home Front Build, (323) 732-4663 or homefrontbuild.com. Range: Lacanche Savigny Classique range, (800) 570-2433 or frenchranges.com/product/savigny. Faucet hardware: Perrin & Rowe bridge faucet, rohlhome.com. COTTAGE KITCHENS Faucet: Newport Brass, newportbrass.com. Backsplash: The TileCollection, tilecollection.com. Farmhouse sink: Kohler, us.kohler.com/us. Pendant light above island, pendant light above breakfast nook: Decorative Lighting, declighting.com. Rug in front of sink: Dash & Albert, annieselke.com/c/dashandalbert. Throw pillows: World Market, (877) 967-5362 or worldmarket.com. HOME, HAPPY HOME Wicker porch couch: Craigslist, craigslist.com. Paint: Door: Sherwin Williams Waterscape, sherwinwilliams.com. Master Bedroom: Behr UltraWhite, behr.com. Hats: Goodwill. Foyer Rug: Vintage. EASY BREEZY BEACH HOUSE Renoir swing chair: Tania’s store, huitlaguna.com. Dining room table: Anthropologie, anthropologie.com. Vintage living room chairs: Ligne-Roset, ligne-roset.com. Dining room table chairs:…

A weathered patina and vintage detailing characterize this Rustic Metal factory clock, $90. (800) 262-6612 or shadesoflight.com. Ticking stripes have a wonderful way of being both quaint and industrial. These pillows will help bring in the softer side of the look. Ticking stripe pillow, $89.97. (888) 263-9850 or frontgate.com. Edison himself would think this one’s a bright idea. Oldham industrial uplight, $49.99. (800) 782-1967 or lampsplus.com. A pouf is a great way to break up all the hard lines of the industrial look. The handle on this one gives it a utilitarian feel; Sunbrella fabric means it can also go outdoors. Tulum bean bag pouf, $442.63. Visit lujoliving.com. With sawhorse legs and a rustic plank top, this adjustable table can work double duty as a desk or breakfast table. Camden…

Even if your home doesn’t have a designated entry room, you can create a simple and effective entryway. In the Nashville home of Kimberly Irion Yungfleisch, the small open floor plan didn’t allow for an elaborate entryway or mudroom, but an eye-catching antique bench, wall hooks and a beautiful basket were all it took to pull together a space with form and function. Kimberly, an avid textile collector, created a custom cushion and pillows to add a dose of cozy style and tie it in to the open-plan living/dining room. A mirror reflects the rest of the room and makes the space feel a little bigger too. If your space is limited, a single chair or a pair of ottomans would work—bonus if those ottomans hold storage! Or opt for…

Out of the Closet Designer Chante Leblanc converted this closet space in the living room of her Los Angeles cottage-turned-Airbnb rental into an office by removing the sliding doors and installing simple wooden boards to act as shelving and a desktop. A quick coat of paint helped further define the space, and now guests have a cute, convenient spot to write postcards and keep up with emails on a laptop. Nooks & Crannies When the team at Jackson Design and Remodeling redid the kitchen in this San Diego, California, cottage, they opted to use this adjacent space as a built-in office area. Using the same kitchen-cabinet style here unites the space with the kitchen, yet tucked neatly in the corner behind a narrow wall that separates the kitchen from the…

Sometimes redecorating a room simply isn’t enough to satisfy your need for a space all your own. Move over man caves, because she sheds are the wonderfully feminine and affordable take on space for her! Though small in size, she sheds are big on beauty and functionality. When it comes to offering space for everything from personal offices to art studios, social hangouts to yoga sanctuaries, compact she sheds are the perfect fit. Erika Kotite, author of She Sheds Style: Make Your Space Your Own, offers a wide-lens look at different types of she sheds and projects that are full of style and the perfect inspiration for creating your own she shed. As Kotite writes, “Who would have ever predicted that this ordinary little utility shed… would become a celebrated…

MUDROOMS ARE TRENDING FOR COTTAGE STYLE, and for good reason. They’re both beautiful and practical—a charming way to invite guests into your home, while also fielding the daily comings and goings of your family. This mudroom by Emily Pinney of Pinney Designs has all the right components, and here are the pieces you need to create your own dream mudroom. BUILT-INS. For a clean and classic look, go for built-ins. This type of unit will contain all the basic necessities of a mudroom: seating, storage and coat hooks. Some mudroom built-ins even have doors over the storage portion, creating a locker look. You can get your built-in custom designed for your space, or you can find pre-existing units to buy like furniture. SIDING. A little shiplap never hurt anyone, and…

Preservation and restoration. It’s a concept that old-home lovers like us can really get behind. But it also really pays off. Home Front Build, an architecture, design and build firm in Los Angeles, uses this as their mantra for reasons both holistic and realistic. “On a practical level, remodels that are congruent with the existing have more long-term value,” says Steve Pallrand, founder of Home Front Build. “A remodel that does not respect the original is more likely to be remodeled again, so it is money wasted. Simply put, a timeless remodel of a timeless house is timeless.” Of course, there are design philosophies that argue the case as well. “On an aesthetic level, if you are drawn to a traditional home you don’t want to lose that character,” Steve…

Wallpaper comes in many gorgeous designs and can be ideal not only for enhancing whole walls but as a DIY material too. Chasing Paper takes it a step further with peel-and-stick wallpapers, which are perfect for crafting, whether with large or small pieces. Here are a few ideas to start your own DIY project with wallpaper. Dresser Do-Over What You’ll Need: • Dresser• Tape measure and pencil• Wallpaper of choice What You’ll Do: 1. Measure the dimensions of the drawer fronts. You can either cover the whole front of the drawers, or leave some of the wood uncovered like the dresser here. 2. Cut pieces of wallpaper to size, peel off the back and affix each piece to a drawer front. 3. Starting in the middle, use a ruler or…

When it comes to choosing materials for your kitchen, Mary says, “Don’t be afraid to mix it up. Farmhouse charm is achieved with layers of details, textures and colors. It’s these layers that add specialness and make a new home feel comfortable and lived in even before you move the furniture in.” She advises using a combination of old, rough materials alongside new, clean materials. “Using streamlined, newer materials gives your kitchen a fresh, modern look, and using reclaimed materials or those with rough texture brings a sense of yesteryear and farmhouse,” she says.…

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