Regardless of whether you live in a country cottage in Toulouse on the banks of the River Garonne or a contemporary inner-city London apartment, the warmth, modesty and inviting allure of cottage-style interiors is always fitting. Toulouse oak furniture is a great starting point for creating an authentic country influence in your home, which can be achieved by following a few back to basic design principles:
The ‘F’ Factor
Floral, feminine and vintage French finishings are key to achieving a cottage feel. Spend a weekend treasure hunting through second-hand thrift shops for antique finds to give that weathered, lived-in charm of bygone times. Balance rustic and worn finds with delicate handmade highlights like crocheted doilies and flower-patterned tablecloths.
Whiten Up
Rich oak Toulouse dining furniture looks striking when contrasted against a backdrop of classic whites and neutrals. Keeping a crisp, clean palette for the walls, couches and curtains also allows freedom to experiment with colour when it’s time to select pillows, throws and floor rugs. These additions can be semipermanent and inexpensive so you’re free to change your mind down the track.
Mother Nature
Cottage life means being at one with the home’s natural surroundings. Invite the outside in by sitting fresh flowers in the middle of your Toulouse dining table, or hang botanical inspired paintings and textured tapestries. Tin bowls and wicker trays can also be used to display rocks, twigs and other natural curiosities from the garden.
Cosy is Key
Cottage couches should be comfortable above all else, but that doesn’t mean sacrificing style. Experiment with plain materials like linen and wool for couch covers, saving living room highlights for cushions and sanded down colour-framed photos. Similarly with Toulouse dining chairs, guests want to feel first and foremost, comfortable. Use plump cushions or loose calico slipcovers to make their stay as soft and welcoming as the country cottage décor.
The ‘F’ Factor
Floral, feminine and vintage French finishings are key to achieving a cottage feel. Spend a weekend treasure hunting through second-hand thrift shops for antique finds to give that weathered, lived-in charm of bygone times. Balance rustic and worn finds with delicate handmade highlights like crocheted doilies and flower-patterned tablecloths.
Whiten Up
Rich oak Toulouse dining furniture looks striking when contrasted against a backdrop of classic whites and neutrals. Keeping a crisp, clean palette for the walls, couches and curtains also allows freedom to experiment with colour when it’s time to select pillows, throws and floor rugs. These additions can be semipermanent and inexpensive so you’re free to change your mind down the track.
Mother Nature
Cottage life means being at one with the home’s natural surroundings. Invite the outside in by sitting fresh flowers in the middle of your Toulouse dining table, or hang botanical inspired paintings and textured tapestries. Tin bowls and wicker trays can also be used to display rocks, twigs and other natural curiosities from the garden.
Cosy is Key
Cottage couches should be comfortable above all else, but that doesn’t mean sacrificing style. Experiment with plain materials like linen and wool for couch covers, saving living room highlights for cushions and sanded down colour-framed photos. Similarly with Toulouse dining chairs, guests want to feel first and foremost, comfortable. Use plump cushions or loose calico slipcovers to make their stay as soft and welcoming as the country cottage décor.