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A smart layout and well-chosen decor highlight the stunning views in this luxe cottage update
iving a luxury cottage lifestyle doesn’t mean you need to give up all of the functionality and durability you need while in the wild woods. My latest cottage project is the perfect example of this. Come along to see how you, too, can create luxury living at your home away from home. Cottages are notorious for having furniture that is not to scale. This
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Home Decor & Renovations | June/July 2021
by MICHELLE BERWICK often results from a collection of hand-me-downs or pieces that no longer work at the main residence. Before you bring all of your old furniture into your cottage, plan out the rooms. Ask yourself, how are we going to move through the areas? How are we going to use this space overall? How many people are going to be in this area at any given time? Use the answers to these questions to
dictate where you are going to start placing of the furniture. No one wants to worry about sticky little fingers or wet bathing suits during the dog days of summer. Now, we know what you’re thinking... there’s an awful lot of light fabrics in this project. Yes, they aren’t just your average fabrics; they are a high-performance variety that are highly durable and stain-resistant. Most furniture retailers
