Get ready to drool over cozy cottage interior ideas that are easy to implement in your own home design. Whether you own a cottage or want your home to feel like one, I’m sure you’ll find some inspiration in this blog post.
If you’re anything like me, your main goal in home decor is to make your space feel inviting and homey. I’ve always been drawn to cottage interiors – there’s just something lovable about the rustic and lived-in feel that cottages radiate!
In this blog post, we’ll explore 9 inspiring and cozy cottage interior ideas.
Cozy Cottage Interior Ideas
1. Functional Decor on Display
Displaying functional items in the kitchen is a great way to add a cozy cottage feeling to your home. Wooden cutting boards, wooden spoons, salt and pepper shakers, and pretty dishes can all be decor items!
The great thing about this is that you probably already have a handful of items that can be used as decor. Instead of hiding your pretty bowls and plates in a cupboard, display them on an open shelf for all to see. This adds to the charming cottage feeling.
Displaying kitchen items like this can be very aesthetically pleasing. Make sure to chose a simple color palette and stick to it. This way you’ll avoid it looking messy.
In the image above you can see they have displayed kitchen appliances, oils, cutting boards, and dish towels beautifully. The neutral color palette and natural materials make sure it doesn’t look overcrowded.
2. Layering Textures
Don’t be afraid to layer textures to create a cozy feeling in bedrooms and living rooms. This will add a touch of comfort to the rooms. Don’t be shy when it comes to blankets, pillows, and throws. Mixing up patterns and colors can look amazing if you do it right!
I love the different textures of the blankets on this bed. Mixing heavy knits with lighter cotton materials can create a nice balance.
3. Tea Kettles and Mugs
When I think of the classic English country cottages, I imagine people drinking tea and having a good time. Kettles, mugs of tea, and cups of coffee are all part of a cozy cottage lifestyle. Make it a part of the decor by displaying pretty mugs in the kitchen, and always having a vintage tea kettle by the stove.
How gorgeous is this copper tea kettle? Go searching at your local thrift store if you want to purchase treasures like this to display in your cottage home.
4. Rustic, Wooden Details
Wooden details are a must in any cottage-style home. Wooden countertops, wooden ceiling beams, and hardwood floors are all beautiful in a cottage. You could also add some elements of wood through decor. Think shelves, picture frames, mirrors, etc.
5. Wallpaper
Adding wallpaper to a cottage home is a great idea, and there are so many pretty patterns to choose from. You could do a whole wall. or do the upper wall with wallpaper and the lower half with board and batten paneling. It’s an easy way to add a little extra charm and romance to your space.
6. Pegrails
7. Neutral and Light Paint Colors
Decide on a color palette for your space and stick to it. Consider the nature that surrounds your home. What colors are there? You might want to bring some of these colors into your home to create a wholeness in your space.
8. Decorative Lamps and Cozy Lighting
Lamps can create a cozy feeling in a room at night time. Layering different lights is a great idea in cottage-style homes. Consider using wall lamps, table lamps, and floor lamps. Vintage-style lamps look extra stunning, and they add a little extra!
Check out this Pinterest board full of cottage lamp inspiration:
9. Quality Furniture
To avoid having the space feel cheap, it can be a good idea to invest in quality furniture. It doesn’t have to be new, but the pieces should be made out of real materials like wood, leather, and stone. It is possible to find many beautiful, pre-loved pieces at garage sales or in vintage stores.
That wraps it up! This blog post has been all about cozy cottage interior ideas. Be sure to check out my other home decor blog posts if you’re looking for more cottage home decor inspiration! Hope you have a wonderful day.