Hello World! Welcome Friends! Cottages are often known for their natural charm, their luxurious yet straightforward vibes, and of course, their comfort. Cottages are where some of the best family memories and unforgettable summers take place and some of the best holidays.
Family cottages, such as these Lake of Bays cottages for sale, are often kept for life and even passed down from generation to generation. But if your cottage is starting to look a little dated, there are some easy modern design tips to help bring your cottage into the modern age while still keeping its classic charm.
Here are a few tips for updating your cottage in 2022.
Bring in the Natural Elements
One of the most appealing draws of going to the cottage is embracing the natural elements; as such, embracing these elements inside of the cottage is a great way to bring the outdoors inside. Using accessories such as reclaimed wood furniture, decorating accessories like stone and houseplants, and plaid, your cottage will charm the great outdoors with the comfort of the indoors. If your cottage is by the water, consider lake or beach house-inspired décor.
If the walls and floors of your cottage are already made from natural elements like wood and stone, consider keeping these surfaces free of too much artwork, rugs, or clutter, as cottage life is about returning to simplicity.
Distressed is In
Pertaining to the natural vibes of a cottage, using weathered, reclaimed, and distressed pieces of furniture are all great ways to add character to your cottage. One of the best ways to find “new” pieces of reclaimed furniture is to source it out in places like flea markets, antique stores, or even yard sales. These pieces often come with history and a great story you can showcase in your home.
Alternatively, you can turn existing modern pieces of furniture into a more weathered look by distressing them yourself. Sanding down and stripping back pieces, and roughing up their edges a little, can make even the most modern accessory look like it belonged to your family for generations.
Classic Colors
If natural wood on top of more natural wood is not fully your style, try adding light colors to help make your cottage appear fresh and clean while still appearing simple enough not to detract from the relaxed tone a cottage should have. Besides classic white, other great color palettes such as light grays, blues, greens, and taupes are all great options for paint and accent colors.
Keep it Cozy and Functional
The point of going to the cottage is to unwind and relax, so when decorating your space, remember to always consider comfort over pure aesthetics.
When adding a dining table, for example, don’t purely go for a modern and expensive piece if it does not reflect your family. If casual is more your family’s game, consider bench seating and everyday dishware.
For décor, adding elements like cozy covers to a couch, plenty of throw pillows, plush rugs, and family photos and memorabilia will help keep your cottage the family the home away from home it’s meant to be.
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