The cottage was renovated in recent years, blending period architecture with a contemporary interior using a light color palette and carefully selected materials and design furniture.

The living room is carefully designed using light furniture and natural materials like the wooden coffee table and jute rug. The small room is centered around a modern glass-fronted fireplace with a marble surround.

On the other side of the 958 sq. ft. cottage lies the kitchen with bespoke hand-crafted cabinets that are paired with a marble worktop and backsplash and brass fittings.

The shelf above the workspace creates an open feeling while also creating the opportunity to display art and crockery.

Between the kitchen and the living room lies the dining room which has a white painted beam, showing the history of the home. Just like the living room, this space also features pale oak ban-sawn floorboards.

On the first floor are two bedrooms, both decorated in a serene color palette paired with pale wooden floorboards.

The cottage is surrounded by front and side courtyard gardens that offer quiet private spaces to be enjoyed in the warmer months.

The house is listed for £415,000 at Inigo.

The interiors of this 156 square meter townhouse are a blend of original elements paired with bohemian and even industrial elements, creating a unique home in the heart of Amsterdam.

The front door opens into this impressive dining room with a ceiling height of almost 4.30 meters, high ceilings, and bookcases. A large rustic, industrial dining table sits in the center of the room and through the large windows you have a great view of the historic Amsterdam street.

The beautiful windows with wooden shutters flood this split level floor with natural light.

A few steps up, you enter the kitchen with rustic wooden cabinets paired with concrete worktops.

On the first floor lies the living room that runs the entire length of the house. The sitting area is located at the back, while a home office is created at the front. In between stands a fireplace that creates a cozy atmosphere in the colder months.

The spacious bathroom features a reclaimed wooden mirror, a black washbasin, a freestanding bath, and a black-tiled shower.

On the top floor, a second kitchen has been installed, so you don’t have to take all your food and drinks upstairs if you want to lounge on the roof terrace.

The small, but charming roof terrace features a large corner sofa and it offers gorgeous views of Amsterdam.

The townhouse is listed for sale at Funda.

The detached black weatherboard barn a red Kent peg tile roof and large Crittal windows throughout is set in 14 acres of fields and gardens and surrounded by forest, making it the perfect countryside escape.

The barn is decorated in an eclectic style with midcentury, antique, vintage, and industrial elements. This mixture of styles, colorful textiles, and historic elements like the wooden beams in all bedrooms and bathrooms turn this barn into a unique and cozy home.

The main room in the house is this open plan living room, kitchen, and dining room. The room is flanked by a garden room on one side and another sitting room on the other side.

Vintage furniture is paired with a contemporary marble dining table and industrial style wndows that offer a great view of the surrounding garden.

A beautiful deep green kitchen is the star of the room. The kitchen features a large central island with bar stools, floor to ceiling cabinets on one side, and a combination of closed drawers and glass cabinets on the other side.

Industrial style Crittal windows offer garden views while you’re preparing food.

The kitchen is very large and with the floor to ceiling cabinets on one side it means that the space above the worktop didn’t have to be fitted with cabinets. Beautifu glossy green tiles serve as the backsplash and on the shelf the owners display colorful vases and candles.

The light pink tone on the wall perfectly compliment the green kitchen and blue-gray doors. It also adds a warm glow to the room.

Beautiful glass and wood sliding doors open up to the second sitting room.

The second sitting room is entirely clad in reclaimed wood paneling.

The garden room has a terracotta floor and a beautiful wooden table that is now used as a desk. A beautiful workspace with views of the garden.

On the first floor are four bedrooms. The master bedroom is painted in a gray-green shade and it has a sitting area in front of the large windows.

Built in wardrobes offer plenty of storage space.

The en suite bathroom showcases a beautiful wooden ceiling. The room has terrazzo floor tiles and black tiles in the shower.

In the second bathroom, the wooden beams are painted blue to create a harmonious blue look.

The house can be booked as a location house on Shootfactory

Inside, you find beautifully renovated rooms that combine a playful color palette of greens, blues, and yellows with original details. The house has five bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it’s located only minutes from several beaches in Kent.

Between 1906 and 1910, this house was home to the artist Louis Wain, a prolific late-Victorian illustrator of anthropomorphised cats and kittens, whose life was recently dramatised in the film The Electrical Life of Louis Wain. The press described him as ‘the world’s most famous cat artist.’

The living room is located at the front of the house. It’s a cozy room with bookshelves, a fireplace, and wooden floors. The original fireplace, carved jambs, and a corniced overmantel are painted in ‘Pea Green’ by Edward Bulmer. This complements the bottle green-tiled hearth and ‘Invisible Green‘ walls. 

The living room, dining room, and kitchen are organized in a lateral arrangement, with each room flowing into the next.

Next to the green living room lies the dining room with a wooden table in the center and a cozy fireplace. The walls are painted in ‘Parma’ Farrow & Ball.

At the back of the house, you’ll find a modern kitchen with floor-to-ceiling cabinets that are painted in a sunny yellow shade. These are paired with a blue kitchen island that features a breakfast bar. There is a breakfast table in front of the sliding doors that lead you to the patio garden.

The hallway features original pine floorboards, and the walls are painted in ‘Pink 01‘ by Lick.

The staircase with ‘Hague Blue‘ balustrades and a mahogany handrail leads you to the top floors with the bedrooms.

The master bedroom sits at the front of the house; it features a Victorian fireplace with blue tiles and a built-in cabinet.

A wide arch connects the bedroom with the master bathroom. The bathroom features original weathered pine floorboards, a freestanding bath in the center, and a shower with black tiles in the corner.

On the top floor are three bedrooms and a bathroom. The bedrooms at the front of the house have a view of the sea.

The garden and patio can be reached through the dining room and the kitchen, perfect for warmer days.

This house in Kent is for sale at Inigo

The small house was built in 1750, and luckily, you can see some original elements, such as exposed wooden beams, an old fireplace, and a historic stove in the kitchen. As the home is so small, the owners kept the decorating and color scheme calm and typically Scandinavian with light gray and black furniture pieces and decor.

The 44 square meter ground floor offers an open plan living room, kitchen, and two bedrooms. The attic floor has been added to the house to add another 20 square meter to the floor plan, this loft room houses the master bedroom.

The living room is small, and with the wooden ceiling, fireplace, and staircase in the center of the room, it already feels busy. So the current owners decided to decorate the home in a calm style with lots of light gray and black accents.

The small windows and wooden ceiling give this home a cottage vibe and I can only imagine how cozy this room must be when the fire is lit.

The living room seamlessly connects to the kitchen. This room has recently been renovated and now features white cottage style cabinets, blue/orange tiles, and a historic Swedish oven.

The ground floor features two small bedrooms wth light gray walls and built-in wardrobes.

When you live small you need to make the most of the space you have. In this room, they opted for a storage bedframe and a desk has been created under the window between to built-in wardrobes.

The attic floor has been converted into a loft space by the current owner. The exposed wooden beams and slanted ceiling give this room a cozy vibe. It would also be a warm snug or reading room instead of a bedroom.

The courtyard is an oasis with growing plots, fruit trees, and cozy patios, a rural feeling from a bygone era.

This cozy historic home is now for sale at Magnusson Mäkleri

The interiors are warm with plenty of wooden elements such as exposed wooden beams, rustic wooden floorboards, and raw wooden doors. The ground floor has been modernized with a more open-plan living space, but the historic character of the building remains.

Under the double gable roof are five bedrooms and an extra sitting room. And at the back is a charming private garden.

The social kitchen sits at the back of the house with access to the courtyard garden. The rooms have been opened up to create an open-plan kitchen and dining room.

Contemporary steel-faced kitchen units flank a five-burner gas range set at the end of the galley, and a large steel sink is set before a grand sash window framed by warm timber shutters.

Next to the kitchen is a comfortable dining room with a wood-burning stove and wooden floors. The window offers views of the garden.

The main living room sits at the front of the house which has a curved bay window.

The second sitting room is centered around a Georgian fireplace. This room is also home to a cozy reading nook with a colorful rug.

The first-floor landing features original wooden floorboards that add so much character to the home.

The master bedroom is a dramatic space that is completely painted in “Pitch Black” by Farrow and Ball. The exposed wooden beams and ochre yellow bedding add a warm tone to the room.

The bathroom features a freestanding bath in front of a wide tripartite casement window and a walk-in shower. The walls are painted in “Cornforth White” by Farrow and Ball.

Bordered on three sides by charming patchwork brick walls, the garden has a secluded feel. 

The back facade is typical for this part of England. Maroon brickwork wraps the ground floor while the first and second-floor façades are clad in smart shiplap boarding that accentuates the medieval forms of the house.  

The house is for sale at Inigo

The interior of the house is a testament to minimalism, with white-washed walls and an emphasis on wooden elements and other natural materials. The house is decorated with a curation of handpicked vintage finds, bespoke local craftsmanship, and contemporary Portuguese design by artists including João Bruno Videira, Malga Ceramic Design, and Graça Paz.

Though recently refurbished in 2020 to embody modern comforts, it retains its quaint allure, extending over three levels and featuring five suites, three of which boast private terraces that offer a peaceful escape.

The minimalistic and white color scheme is paired with earthy color accents and wood that add warmth to the rooms.

The kitchen features a carefully restored vaulted brick ceiling where the original bakery once stood.

The open-plan social area invites socializing around a large dining table next to a cozy fireplace and also includes a separate breakfast room.

The minimalistic bedrooms create a calm atmosphere.

The large rooftop terrace has a 3×4 meter pool and views across the castle and surrounding countryside. 

This beautiful house is for sale at Fantastic Frank

The house was built in 1899, and the grand rooms feature many historical features like a beautiful fireplace in the living room, ceiling rosettes, mirror doors, a wooden floor laid in a herringbone pattern, and high ceilings. These historic details, in combination with the subtle color accents and antique furniture pieces, create a stunning home.

The 156 square meter home features four bedrooms and two bathrooms. And a tiny space that used to be a staircase has been turned into a music room. I absolutely adore this home, it’s s charming and with the many bedrooms it is a perfect family apartment.

The living room is a bright space with two large windows and high ceilings. Built-in bookshelves have been installed to create a “library vibe” and floral patterns are added with the rug and the armchair which add a romantic touch to the room.

A beautiful original tiled fireplace sits in the corner of the room which warms up the room in the darker months.

The hallway is decorated with William Morris “Compton” wallpaper.

One of the smaller bedrooms has a bed niche and is decorated with William Morris “The Brook” wallpaper.

The kitchen is the heart of the home and it is big enough for a large dining table which offers plenty of seats for a big dinner party.

Attached to the kitchen is a large balcony that serves as an extra room during the summer months.

The master bedroom is attached to the living room. It has a beautiful bay window with original woodwork.

Built-in wardrobes provide plenty of storage.

The former staircase that is turned into a tiny recording studio.

This beautiful romantic apartment is now for sale at Bjurfors.

What makes this cottage unique is that it was once owned by the late Queen Elizabeth II. The cottage was part of the Sandringham Estate. The estate, which includes Sandringham House, is a private royal residence bought by Queen Victoria in 1863 as a wedding present for her son, Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, and his bride, Princess Alexandra of Denmark.

The restoration of the cottage was a labor of love for Jason and Jolene. Together with local and artisan trades and Jason’s father, they took on the year-long restoration project to turn this historic cottage into a comfortable holiday home.

The interiors of the cottage are designed by Jolene. Old and new are combined to create a natural and timeless aesthetic. Bespoke details such as custom headboards in the twin bedroom, handmade café curtains and voiles with French ruffle headings in the kitchen and bathrooms, and an ever-rotating selection of design books and unique finds throughout elevate the spaces.

Jolene was careful in her furniture and material choices. As the home is mainly used as a holiday rental, it’s important to choose pieces that are durable and timeless. The furniture pieces were chosen for their comfort and timeless designs. As well as the ability to be easily mixed with other furniture and décor pieces.

High-quality materials and practical finishes ensure that the home is always in pristine condition. For example, in the kitchen, the shaker kitchen cabinets are hand-painted in Limestone by Little Greene and can be refreshed when required.

The lime-plaster walls in the historic rooms of the cottage allow the building to breathe. And the high-quality hardware is complemented by the layering of natural materials such as wool, linen, and stone, which stand the test of time.

A few questions for Jolene

The cottage is surrounded by a large garden with an apple and pear tree that provides a yearly harvest. The garden features an outdoor dining terrace with scenic views of the greenery. The outdoor kitchen was created from reclaimed timber and has flagstone worktops and a butler sink.

The outdoor bath cabin is also made from reclaimed timber. The cabin features a tin bath that is complimented by a copper shower, which offers great views of the beautiful garden.

The Workers Cottage is available to rent as a holiday cottage at www.theworkerscottage.co.uk. The cottage is also hired out as a location house for brand shoots and product showcases.

Jason and Jolene are now taking on new projects. You can enquire via info@theworkerscottage.co.uk

The 17th-century building is located in the heart of Gamla Stan, and the top two floors have recently been renovated into a modern house with old details. The duplex penthouse pairs luxury and modern furnishings with beautiful wooden beams, shutters, and a grand terrace overlooking the old city.

The penthouse has a floor plan of 169 square meters. On the lower floor are the main living spaces and three bedrooms. On the top floor is an extra living room that also gives access to the 33-square-meter roof terrace.

This grand Scandinavian penthouse apartment is for sale at Wrede