As a kid, I really enjoyed reading stories and fairy tales and I liked the descriptions of their palaces and cottages. I always imagined them as being
We'll post a beautiful cottage every day for 7 days, for #CottageWeek on Instagram. They are all available to hire as holiday homes in the UK.
On Film | Rosehill Cottage: A Look Inside the Cottage from the Film, The Holiday - a very detailed look at the locations, interiors & exterior
Die Briten sind seit je her für ihren klaren und schlichten Stil bekannt. Auch wenn es um die Gestaltung von Gärten geht, verhält es sich nicht anders. Im
This list of the best islands to visit in Scotland has Scottish isles from the Inner Hebrides to the east coast, Orkney, Shetland, and more.
Finally getting the time to tackle your garden but no idea what to do with it? Large or small, here's some garden inspiration to get your started.
Words by Louisa MartinPhotos by WeHeartIt My nighttime routine isn't complete without tucking myself in with a little Tik Tok. After washing my face and brushing my teeth and turning off the heat so that last month’s utilities bill will stop giving me nightmares, I bundle up and traverse the three snowy clicks across my phone screen to my Tik Tok FYP (For you Page). This is twenty-two. But something strikes my groggy interest this wintery eve. As I scroll through what were formerly gullies of dogs, cake decorators, Adele impressions or new dance trends, I depart. I am still in my twin bed but now a field of lavender surrounds me, a straw hat with yellow silk ribbon is bestowed upon my head. I am transported to the English countryside. I begin touring streets of thatched roofs blanketed in ivy, honeysuckle growing up the side of nestled charming bungalows. As I pull my quilt tighter over my chin, I see rural skies painted with storybook sunsets. Chirping robins and folky melodies join the hum of my roommates nighttime sound machine. I have arrived to a land of Cottage Core and Tik Tok has brought me here. Tik Tok and the Shetland pony I just gracefully dismounted in my head. What is Cottage Core and why has my Tik Tok feed been consumed by it for the past three months? This internet style fad encapsulates a longing for nature, art, girlish minimalism and square neck dresses. (See one of my favorite Cottage Core Tik Tok-ers, Sophie Seddon, for inspo) But why? Why did my Tik Tok feed transport me to white puffy sleeves in European daisy fields? It’s popularity is spurred by a generation longing for comfort and innocence. Much like movies or blaring music or the perfect novel or an unorthodox amount of Trader Joe's almond butter cups (from no experience of my own) provide an escape and distraction, Cottage Core transports the weary to a world of elegance and felicity. Unfortunately, the weary are not in short supply these days. But this seemingly surface level internet craze is multifaceted and worth dissecting. An exhausted generation of Tik Tok teens needs Cottage Core, but it's worth acknowledging that Cottage Core needs Tik Tok. The trend elevates the platform from its usual stereotypes, giving willing users an ethereal scrolling space and growing students of the refined. Will I start foraging my own honey and sewing my own clothes any time soon? Not likely. Did I heavily consider it? Absolutely. But, Cottage Core may need Tik Tok. Here lies the unlikely pairing of an efficient, technology colored generation and a return to a slow-paced life of peace and pleasantry. While lovely, these themes need Tik Tok to be remembered by a generation on the go. The perfect irony relies on the fact that in order to appreciate the luxurious, old fashioned and calming facets of a life in the European countryside these images must be portrayed on a platform fueled by brevity and immediate gratification of a search. While imperfect, the dynamics of this symbiotic relationship uncover the truth that the best way to appreciate the old may be by embracing the new. How about them (fresh-picked from my moss covered backyard) apples?
James Chinlund and Clare Crespo reimagined their midcentury Los Angeles home with the help of design firm Lovers Unite
This article is about how to recreate warm and cozy woodland cottage theme at your home, even if you live in a city apartment.
See, do, stay, love the UK. This month: Jeska Hearne stays in a 500-year-old, grade-II listed Tudor cottage
This gorgeous transitional-style house was created by Patrick Murphy Builders along with Amy Storm & Company, located in Chicago, Illinois.
My heart has always felt happiest when thinking about living in one of those charming, cute, cozy family-friendly homes with tons of plants and flowers, a pretty picket fence, and a...
Explore the charm of living in a fairytale house. Immerse yourself in whimsical surroundings and discover the magic of a unique, dreamlike home.
Cottages, cabins and large homes, surrounded by trees and bushes, are great ideas for Green living and stress-free, peaceful and exclusive vacationing spots
Architecture is meant to fulfill both practical and expressive requirements, and thus it serves both utilitarian and aesthetic purposes. When you look at a structure, you can distinguish these two ends but they cannot be separated, and the relative weight each of them carry can vary widely. Plus, every society has its own, unique relationship to the natural world and its architecture usually reflects that as well, allowing people from other places to learn about their environment, as well as history, ceremonies, artistic sensibility, and many aspects of daily life.
Fancy somewhere where there is lots going on for the kids or somewhere tranquil where you can simply take time out from your hectic daily routine to relax with the family? We have a list of some amazing destinations in the UK for you to visit this summer.
If you love the Farmhouse Fresh look with a unique style then you will love this collection of Fabulous Fresh Farmhouse Home Tours!
Architecture is meant to fulfill both practical and expressive requirements, and thus it serves both utilitarian and aesthetic purposes. When you look at a structure, you can distinguish these two ends but they cannot be separated, and the relative weight each of them carry can vary widely. Plus, every society has its own, unique relationship to the natural world and its architecture usually reflects that as well, allowing people from other places to learn about their environment, as well as history, ceremonies, artistic sensibility, and many aspects of daily life.
“Mere colour can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways," Oscar Wilde once wrote. Stylist Gillian Lawlee referenced the quote in a post on her popu
Is there anything more beautiful that Secret Gardens? Sit back and enjoy the view! : ) Are you going to plant one this year???
If you love the Farmhouse Fresh look with a unique style then you will love this collection of Fabulous Fresh Farmhouse Home Tours!
How to create a charming inspired fire pit area in your backyard.
Dreaming of the perfect cottagecore bedroom? We have plenty of cozy and charming cottagecore bedroom ideas to bring your vision to life!
Check out the 2018 International Garden Photographer of the Year winners, from backyards to an urban oasis.
A look at how they built Rosehill Cottage for the movoie "The Holiday" on an empty field in the English countryside and decorated those memorable sets.
‘To start with this house had hardly any furniture. The men who moved us in were so shocked they left us the tea chests, so we used them for a year at least.’ This is the story of Gretchen Andersen, chatelaine of the famous Lacquer Chest antique
Cotswold Cottage was originally built in the 1600s, has lush English country gardens surrounding it, country gates, stone pathways, and ivy growing on walls
I think I struck a cord with my last post highlighting a small suburban shade garden. Obviously gardeners are hungry for planting suggestions for shade. In this…
1. For those with an appreciation for Striped Awnings A little booklet from 1923, found on the Internet Archive. 2. The 1956 Inter 175A Berline Micro Car The Inter was designed and built by an aircraft company. The French engineers at S.N.C.A.N. (Societe Nationale de Construction AeroNautique) had applied all they knew from plane design…
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Creating a cozy and functional small bedroom can be a delightful challenge. Here are 25 ideas to transform your compact space into a comfortable haven. Let& ...
1. For those with an appreciation for Striped Awnings A little booklet from 1923, found on the Internet Archive. 2. The 1956 Inter 175A Berline Micro Car The Inter was designed and built by an aircraft company. The French engineers at S.N.C.A.N. (Societe Nationale de Construction AeroNautique) had applied all they knew from plane design…
Forgotten and Abandoned houses can be beautiful, like Duncan Manor in Towanda, IL which is now being rehabbed into something amazing.
Check out the 13 most beautiful gardens on Pinterest to inspire your outdoor goals. Cottage-core, beach vibes, desert oasis, and more!
A sleeping porch is a fantastic way to feel connected to the outdoors while creating a camp-like atmosphere protected from the elements.
Introduction In my realm of interior decorating, colors aren’t just choices; they're statements. They speak to our tastes, our personalities, and the ambiance we wish to cultivate in our spaces. Among these, olive green emerges
Discover the cosiest English country cottages from the House & Garden archive
