A Cottage for Every Season

Modern and classic styles inspired by every season of the year inspire you to tour homes from coast to coast. From renovated kitchens filled with unique details to the master bedroom suites of your dreams, this book will reveal the best of cottage style. For every season, fresh ideas for cottage charm flow from the abundant interiors throughout the book. Personal stories from homeowners across the country will encourage you to achieve beauty with your home and garden all year long.

Introduction

Cottage style today remains inviting and welcoming and always captures the heart of the home. Every room in your cottage has its own identity--from the entry and the family room to the bedrooms and the back porch. A home's flow and sense of history wrapped in a feeling of perfect harmony allow for a simple lifestyle. Each room has its own purpose, with details as comforting as fresh bedding crisp from the wash or a lovely toile fabric with trimmed edges for interest, resulting in the ideal ambience for holiday celebrations and entertaining. Meaningful objects, personal collections, and family treasures all gathered in the home add charm to every occasion. A little history is always welcome, making a home seem well-loved, combining layers of various styles and curated items. Character shines from one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, combining the new and the antique and giving a unique feel to interiors.

Twenty classic cottages, whether on the coast or within the city, are filled with the spirit of each season of the year. In this book, we present the four seasons--spring, summer, autumn, and winter--and each cottage brings seasonal flair and highlights its place in the country. Whether influenced by the colors of the season or its surroundings, each dwelling reflects the style and essence of its location. And each personal story carries the characteristics of those who live inside, opening up a lifestyle that is truly home sweet home to those within.

Chapters: Spring-

Cottages burst with new approaches to color and fresh style, and seasonal nods to florals abound. From sun-drenched entryways to gardens overflowing with life, each space sets the stage for a new season of life.

Summer-

Homes hugging the coastline exhibit the very best in waterside living. Lakehouse porches welcome warm rays, and bedroom havens provide the ideal getaway during the summer months.

Autumn-

Mountain vistas provide stunning backdrops for garden cottages dressed in rich fall color. Cozy spots for enjoying the season encourage relaxation and gatherings with family and friends.

Winter-

Holiday cottages and warm fireplaces share season's greetings with snowy views. Perfect for hosting intimate parties or welcoming loved ones, greenery-draped entryways and twinkling tablescapes sing with the spirit of winter.