Cottages and Bungalows

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

1 Perfect for lighting any bathroom or vanity, this three-globe light fixture is sure to delight. Set in delicate petal-shaped metal caps, these adorable lights will add charm to any cottage. Dewdrop globe vanity light in bronze, $298. (800) 262-6612

If you’ve built a home from scratch, you know that often it’s as if your dreams are coming to life right before your eyes. In the case of this home and its lovely farmhouse kitchen, it was a dream-come-true for the homeowners and for the builder as w

A unique project such as this cottage/farmhouse home requires special companies to bring the design to life. Marvin Windows and Doors is one such company that has everything needed for this mix of cottage and farmhouse styles. “We love Marvin windows

When Kay Volmar, a marketing manager, first saw this residence in central Florida, her thoughts were “this home needs to be loved on.” It was originally built in 1912 but had been added onto throughout the years, resulting in a home that was full of

Second homes are hard to make as cozy and layered as primary residences, but for interior designer Katie Rosenfeld, who worked on the remodel of a beach house in West Dennis, Massachusetts, that was a welcome challenge. “My client is a single profess

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 somethi

There’s something about seeing a project through from start to finish that’s satisfying to witness. The ever popular before-and-after projects are always enthralling, but seeing a mere concept turned into reality is another experience entirely, and w

Older homes are high on charm, but they often feature lower ceilings. Newly constructed homes, too, have tighter spaces, such as in attics. With Hunter low-profile fans, you can keep things cozy warm in the winter, and well-ventilated year-round, wit

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 ther

With crisp whites and bright pops of color, this Emerald Bay cottage in sunny southern California perfectly captures both the essence of the surrounding area and the active lifestyle of the family who lives there. For interior designer and Laguna Bea

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 beau

Sometimes the old must make way for the new — but that doesn’t mean the new can’t integrate with the old. When the architects of Peterssen/Keller Architecture helped design a new home in an older neighborhood, part of the challenge was to make the ex

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

Mission accomplished! If you’ve been following the progress of our Project House build from the ground up in the past six issues, we are delighted to share with you the culmination of the construction and the details of the décor. To recap, Katie and

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

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