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  969 Features found in the category Country Homes  
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New England Spirit
Nancy and Rick Chace took a few years to get to know the Victorian era they bought in the historic district of Bristol, Rhode Island 'just a stone's throw from the harbour'.

A collection of blue bowls, pitchers and jars. he master bedroom continues the theme of mixing old and new and the color palette. A Gothic mirror and fireplace surround. White shaker cabinets and granite countertops keep the kitchen look simple. Colorful accessories make meals feel like a picnic. Rescued from an 1890s tool factory, this multi- drawer piece offers much needed storage. The renovated bathroom features all modern conveniences. A new mudroom at the back of the house serves as a family entrance. Glass floats and a starfish honor the coastal location. Chalk paint unifies and refreshes the dining table and 1960s chairs. A blue 1940s vase and silverware are family heirlooms. The new staircase post was carved with an Eastlake flower. Colorful and versatile furnishings make the living room comfortable.





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In Perfect Harmony
Singer-songwriter Holly Williams restored 1892 cottage hums a new tune in rural Tennessee.

Though the bedroom is tiny, Holly created a desk niche with a table and chairs. Original beadboard walls and ceiling and under the eaves architecture confer a cocoon-like feel to the bedroom. An antique tobacco chest serves as a side table and adds a rustic accent to the eclectic furnishings. The cloud wallpaper on the ceiling bring a touch of faded glamour to the living room. A faceted, glimmering chandelier strikes a romantic vibe. Gold-flecked pink wallpaper dresses up the small bathroom Vintage mirrors add sparkle and brightness in the dining room. A rustic brick walls and a pine farmhouse table paired with antique schoolhouse chairs. The antique mantel clock doesn’t work but adds charm to the setting. A curated mix of aged china and pewter dishes. An aged medicine cabinet contributes a vintage touch to the new bathroom. A chintz-inspired S wallpaper softens the backsplash’s modern subway tiles. Fresh garden hydrangeas spill out from an old butter churn





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Call of the Wild
Built in the footprint of a classic Western lodge, a California hideaway gets style and substance from wood, stone, and metal details.

19th century paintings add rich color to the eating area. Deep-hued hydrangeas rucked into crock soften the rugged table. A 19th century French oil painting hangs over an equally old sideboard. Leather club chairs are the perfect perch for basking by the fire. Natural materials create an organic vignette. Mood lighting comes from early 20th century European sconces. Demijohns and crockery are country classics. Obtained “as is” in the south of France, tapestry armchairs have a well-worn charm. Old redwood beams crown the simply yet visually powerful living room. Pomegranates and rosemary have fitting rustic feel. An olive oil jug and wooden candlesticks conjure up the Spanish Misssion look. Louvered doors open into a guest bedroom. The fireplace mantel was salvaged from a French country house.





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Rustic Refresh
A cosy 1910 North Carolina cottage gets lovingly made-over to look as good as old.

A claw foot tube and an armoire share a vintage vibe. Space saving shelves made from planks and brackets. The gleaming metal of the ceiling creates an eye-catching fifth wall. Paint and burlap refreshed a vintage bed. A vintage rooster plate imparts character. A chandelier of antique flatware is transformed into functional lighting. Rather than hung on a wall, wreathes are suspended from the ceiling. Charlie Hamlet's decor plays to her two favorite feature: 10-foot ceiling and antique flooring. Metal accessories are used for continuity in the bathroom The antique farmhouse sink sparked the design tone for the kitchen. A metal chandelier connects visually to the Gather sign. Original heartwood pine floor. Prized for its patina, a scale makes handy spot for whimsical displays.





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Modern Country Chic
When Lauren Palmer decided to move back to the family farm, her parents and siblings pitched in to transform a dated ranch-style house into a modern country farmhouse.

Tree trunk tables can be rearranged to suit all occasions and needs. Symmetrical accents and a salvaged armoire keep the room tidy. Twin sofas and a banquette are outfitted in pure washable Belgian linen. Weathered and worn pieces have a familiar feel. Opening onto the living room area, the dining room shares a similar palette . Fresh mint and peonies are country staples. A French chaise longue continues the bathroom’s nod to 19th century glamour. The copper tub is the focal point of the bathroom. Galvanized barn pendants hang above a farmhouse table Vintage 1950s wire mesh armchairs are made cozier with sheepskin. Just picked vegetable from the farm. The concrete sink tempers the bathroom's romantic nature. Textural items create and organic vignette.





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Pure Palette
An art lover's retreat in upstate New York pairs modern art with salvage in a pristine setting.

Alongside the sofa, a midcentury sculptor’s pedestal table with rotating platform can be adjusted up or down. Machinist stools surround a retro drafting table repurposed for casual dining. Homeowner Terry with her beloved French bulldog, Zoey. Plumped-up pillows and sumptuous paisley bedding give the bedroom and easy elegance. A weathered coffee table and a vintage rug balances the more modern elements of the living room. A metal pig sculpture adds a whimsical touch. A contemporary chandelier crafted from tiers of hand-strung translucent shells makes an airy counterpoint to the steel tabletop. His and hers sinks make it easy to share a bathroom. A butcher-block utility table with casters doubles as a rolling kitchen island and keeps everything within easy reach. A horse portrait makes a bold statement along a simple board-and-batten wall. Beneath, a cast-iron pedestal console table anchors the vignette. When a space has a neutral color scheme, even the most ordinary items stand out, such as vibrant veggies nestled in a galvanized tub. Lavender, blues and oranges hues conjure the palette of the South of France. Turkish rugs were bleached, cut up, and sewn together in patchwork fashion. Above the hearth, black and white wall ceramics by potter Tim Clark create dramatic contrast.





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French Spirit in California
A faithful restoration brings authentic charm, a little drama and big comfort to a California farmhouse.

The antique cabinet holds an assortment of wicker-wrapped jugs, olive oil jars and vintage dishes. Old wood candlesticks impart a sculptural interest to the limestone mantle. A clock keeps watch over a European white mud beeskep and a colorful taxidermy Sarah designed the range hood to go with the classic 1930s Wedgwood stove that came with the house A rare 18th century statue of the angel Gabriel takes place of pride on the sideboard. The custom cabinetry was painted with chalk paint, and then burnished with a wax treatment. A metal basket topped with a mirror and filled with wooden bowling balls makes for a fun and functional coffee table. A pine cabinet with carved front is one of Sarah's favourite pieces. Oversize carved wooden rosary beads spill out of a tarnished loving cup. Custom-made bookcases stand on each side of the a 19th century limestone fireplace surround. Sarah creates collection by grouping pieces similar in style, shape, and color. A stately stairway 
leads to the second floor personal spaces. A hutch holds items that reflect the couple’s affinity for nature and preference for earthy textures.





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The Artist's Touch
Splashes of seaside colour rev up a Tennessee home's blank canvas of white walls and neutral furnishings.

A bleached yo-yo quilt fragment softens a sentimental child-size saddle. Blues and whites imbue a corner of the den with serene comfort. Vintage enamelware and aqua jars are some of Erin's many collections. A painting by Erin is one of her many large-scale artworks. In one form or another, nature is always present in Erin's home Here, vintage cobalt bottle are topped with tiny ceramic birds. Tiny fireflies fleet around a painting by Erin Anderson. Two shades of chalky -finish painter applied to update the previously dark stones of the fireplace. As a nature and animal lover, Erin's work often showcases her favorite subjects. A patinated bucket filled with a soft throw demonstrates how contrasting elements can work in harmony. An antique hutch provides stylish storage for Erin's collection of vintage textiles. Handmade fabric birds nest in an old wire basket Erin snipps lengths of old wire and twist them into letters and words. Pale blue walls make the bedroom feel like a heavenly oasis,





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Pastoral Perfection
A light-filled Tennessee loft bridges past and present with reclaimed materials and farmhouse furnishings.

High walls demand furnishings that strive for ceilings. Here, an elegant mirror does the trick. Naturally downed wooded trees provided the raw materials for casting a rustic stool. An antique leather mat turned headboard and a tattered bolster stitched from a German feed sack reminds guest that the loft is part of a working farm. A repurposed cabinet with a limestone basin sets the tone on the bathroom. Dark wood floors provide contrast to the white paneled wall throughout the loft. Texture, not color provides eye-catching interest without overwhelming the bedroom's sense of tranquility. A collection of farmhouse wood breadboards awaits a call to duty on the honed soapstone kitchen counter. A small living area is set up on the stairway landing off the dining area. An iron chandelier augments the loft's abundant lighting that streams in from all sides. A distressed mint-green hutch houses disbaware and table linens. Pale natural colors and soft composition are gentle on the eye. Vintage metal pendants illuminate the kitchen work spaces. A glass bottle and pewter pitchers hold garden gleanings. A small vintage chest function as a container for a fresh arrangement of fluffy peonies and berry-laden branches. Teresa outfitted the living rom with rescued chests, chairs and tables to impart a sense of history.





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Free Range
For a California couple a move from California to a traditional Southern-style brick home with a barn on twelve acres in rural Kernersville inspires a new business venture.

A lamb garden statue adds a playful touch and pastoral feel. Tall accents like the column and picking ladder help to keep soaring walls in check without stifling the flow. French enamel pitchers, a covered soup tureen, and pots and bowls make for a colorful cluster too pretty to keep behind solid doors. With similar worn brown finishes, a cupboard and a modest table play the part of china cabinet and hutch. The decor throughout the Zurian home is a balanced blend of rugged and pretty. Chipped finishes and coarse textures keep sweeter items such as pastel quilts in check. A circa-1500s trunk with original hardware offers stylish storage. The iron clock is a foyer focal point that echoes a circular theme, which includes the architectural corbel below. The weathered zinc header above the bed used to be part of an old building in nearby Greensboro,North Carolina. Roxy and Missy, the family rescued pets, enjoy much-deserved creature comforts. A gilded tole chandelier and bed outfitted with black-and- white ticking and toile impart a French- countryside sensibility to the guest bedroom. A baguette board keeps a row of apples in line atop a vintage Swiss Army blanket used as a runner; French enamelware bowls punctuate the warm tones of the room. By removing the French doors that once closed off the sunroom, Kathee created a visual connection that flows from one space to the next. The vast dining room could easily feel cavernous, but instead it emits an intimate vibe thanks to large-scale pieces and natural objects that interrupt hard lines. The antique cabinet placed on an old workbench hosts ironstone, transferware and linens ready for use.





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