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Whether it’s in a historic house settled amid sprawling farmland or a rustic cabin hidden on a hillside, country style exudes a spirit all its own. Timeless, cozy, and warm, it never fails to make visitors feel welcome or to encourage a quiet moment apart from the busyness of the everyday. In this issue, we’ll introduce you to the people who know it best—designers and homeowners who have dedicated their time to celebrating the beauty in the bucolic. As you tour the varied spaces to come, take note of the threads that connect the many facets of country style: vintage finds, well-loved furniture, and natural elements that pay homage to the roots of this aesthetic. Because regardless of where your cottage or cabin resides, country style, at its heart, hearkens…
PANTRY HILL From her country house overlooking acres of woodland in New York State, Darien Rozell runs Pantry Hill, named for the home she and her family have filled with warmth and cozy charm. For more inspiration as well as recipes, decorating tips, and more, visit pantryhill.com.…
At its heart, country style is deeply rooted in the land—the fields, forests, and hills we so willingly retreat to when the bustle of the modern world becomes too much. Natural materials such as wool, stone, and leather imbue our homes with tangible comfort and a richness of character unmatched by modern alternatives. Used in the building of homes and furniture since ancient times, wood is among the most ubiquitous of these materials, and it often goes underappreciated. While, in some cases, painting is appropriate, letting the natural tones shine can make even the coziest of spaces just a bit more inviting. From floor-to-ceiling wall panels to passed-down heirloom pieces, these are only a few of our favorite uses for natural wood in home décor.…
Boasting a variety of functional objects including planters, tableware, and tea sets, majolica pottery is earthenware covered in a colorful tin glaze. Ancient history, exotic creatures, and agrarian imagery account for popular themes that are sure to include at least one of these five jewel tones: cobalt blue, antimony yellow, iron red, copper green, and manganese violet. Majolica pottery finds its origin in the Italian Renaissance. Italian ceramic artists observed new Spanish imports and adopted their techniques. Molds and three-dimensional pieces were introduced during the nineteenth century, when the Minton company began producing the decorative pottery, debuted at London’s Great Exhibition in 1851. Following the Industrial Revolution, Minton hoped to capture the attention of the emerging middle class with the lively, practical earthenware pieces. Changes in tastes led to the…
During the process of updating this family cottage, designer Ashley Montgomery had no shortage of inspiration. “The piece of land the house sits on is really beautiful,” says the Ontario-based designer. “It’s on the lake, so we’ve got lots of color coming in; there’s tons of greenery and lots of trees, so we wanted to play off that and just bring a lot of warmth into the home.” Built in the 1960s and updated in the 2000s, the home was rife with potential—and Ashley and her team were prepared to uncover it with thoughtful design choices and a targeted use of fresh paint. Timeworn pine paneling in the living room went lighter, while Ashley took a bold approach in the adjoining space. “With the kitchen configuration the way it was,…
With sweeping vistas and cool breezes, Blowing Rock, North Carolina, has long inspired legends and drawn generations of visitors to its quaint environs. But for designer Dianne Davant Moffitt, the connection runs deeper: She was born here—six weeks early during a snowstorm—and delivered by her father, one of the town’s first doctors. Though her extensive career in residential and corporate design has taken her across the globe, one of her most cherished projects has been bringing fresh life to the mountain dwelling where her story began. Built in 1938, Dianne’s childhood home sits in a highly coveted part of town. Developers were keen to acquire the property after her mother passed away in 2020, but Dianne was determined to keep it in the family. “The location is fabulous,” says Dianne.…
