It was love at first sight when I laid eyes on this simple and practical tiny cottage by Monika Hibbs. I was surprised to find out that no one lives in this adorable small dwelling. It’s actually a store that looks like a home. The idea is that visitors can see products in living spaces…
We’re still on a spring decorating roll over here at Town and Country Living. There’s just something so refreshing about lightening up rooms and adding color after being cooped up inside during winter. So grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy today’s line-up of spring decorating ideas. Pink and green is a fun…
Some of you have mentioned you enjoy the lighter, springtime decorating I’ve been featuring on the blog the past couple of weeks. I’m always open to suggestions on what you’d like to see or learn more about when it comes to decorating, gardening, and home exteriors. Those are three of my favorite topics and my…
Tucked behind the Lido House Hotel in Newport Beach, California is a group of five private cottages that can be rented. Today, we’re looking at the Harbor Cottage by Matt White Custom Home. The beach style cottage is dressed in blue and white with light wood accents throughout. Photo by Matt White Custom Home The…
Timeless styling with comfort and functionality in mind comes together in a wonderful farmhouse cottage renovation by Christine Kelly of Crafted Architecture. The renovation includes a new addition to this Washington, D.C. charmer with pretty landscaping. Photo by Christine Kelly / Crafted Architecture The dining room reveals a bit of French country influence with its…
Want to add a little serenity to your living spaces? Try a peaceful blue and green color combination. The palette is perfect for creating cool rooms that either face south or have expansive windows with a lot of daylight coming in. I’ve been going back and forth between painting my family room blue or green…
Today we’re headed to the Finger Lakes area of New York to visit a beautiful blue and white summer house by Teaselwood Design that comes with a charming she shed and outdoor dining area beneath a pergola. If you’re a fan of blue, you’re going to love this home tour. Photo by Teaselwood Design The…
Today’s collection of Friday Finds really has no common thread to them – other than I think they’re all beautiful and inspiring. This leads me to ask, what type of treasures would you like to see here each Friday? I can certainly accommodate your interests! How many times have you found a single item for…
Whenever you get Fifi O’Neill and photographer Mark Lohman together in the same room, magical things are bound to happen. In Fifi’s latest book, The Romantic Home, you’ll enjoy vintage treasures artfully displayed in 11 homes across the country. From Rhode Island to California, each dwelling has its own unique style, each one with its…
Today’s featured house by GLDesign truly feels like a modern-style storybook home to me. Rescued after Hurricane Sandy, the home retains a lot of its original charm, but in a better state. Each room is light and airy and features a generous use of white paint and warm wood finishes. Get ready to fall in…
Welcome to the month of March! It always feels good to get January and February behind us and look forward to the earth coming alive again. Would you believe me if I told you we had 70 degree weather on Tuesday and 30 degree temps on Wednesday this week? The drastic change also brought hail,…
Today we’re headed to the charming town of Haddonfield, New Jersey to tour a beautifully appointed, traditional white house by SHOPHOUSE. The interiors are somewhat elegant and have a spring-fresh vibe that’s uplifting to your spirits. And wait until you see the master suite. It’s pretty amazing. The large front porch and black shutters on…
Get ready to be impressed when you step into a new coastal home by Emily Moss Designs. Inside and out, this Bradenton, Florida home is beautifully designed and decorated for casual comfort. The navy blue and white exterior gives a hint to what you’ll find when you cross the threshold from the pretty porch. Make…
I’m placing a bet right now that you’re going to love today’s home tour. This Wisconsin lake house by Park and Oak Design is filled with modern country style that’s fresh, clean, warm, and inviting all at once. Pure perfection! Photo by Park and Oak Design And guess what? The design firm is just a…
Today we’re in Concord, Massachusetts to enjoy a light filled home by LeBlanc Design that artfully blends antiques with new items. I adore this home for its use of traditional style, antiques, and soft colors that creates an elegant but also lived-in vibe that’s so artfully welcoming. Photo by LeBlanc Design  The living room…
Red is a powerful color that most people tend to shy away from when decorating their homes. Today’s collection of beautiful rooms show how to successfully decorate with red to achieve balance and pleasing results. Yes, you can use red in small spaces, especially when it’s balanced with a good amount of white. A small…
