Modern Country Living
All our furniture is handcrafted in the heart of the Cotswolds, meaning we have a strong understanding of modern-day, countryside living. We create timeless pieces that bring rural charm to your home, without compromising on design. We believe modern country living is about embracing the influence of the surrounding landscape and weaving it into every detail of your interior. Our collection blends historic character with modern comfort, whilst preserving a sense of heritage. From rustic banquet seating and grand armchairs to soft, cottage-core footstools, each piece is thoughtfully designed to bring warmth and character to your space.
INVITE THE OUTDOORS IN
Whether you're living in the countryside or looking to create a country-esque modern townhouse, these top tips will help you create the perfect modern country look.
RESHUFFLE, REFRESH, RESTART.
The season of autumn arrives with a transformative momentum. Perhaps it’s time to reshuffle, refresh and restart? Design your dream home to look as if it's been lifted from a painting, rustic with countryside comfort, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. When designing or refurbishing your country home, ensure it oozes with the essence of your surroundings. Capture the landscape, the grazing sheep, the moping cattle and the regal horses. If you're wondering where to begin, read on and let the turning of the season inspire you!
YOUR COUNTRYSIDE WIND DOWN
A four poster bed is the essence of a country house. With endless styling possibilities, it’s a feature you can truly make your own. Our Swinbrook offers a contemporary take on the classic four poster, with exposed wood in your choice of colour. If you like a softer, upholstered look, our Lypiatt is the perfect centrepiece statement; a striking, contemporary reimagining of the classic Four-Poster bed with a luxurious padded headboard and tailboard. Its exposed wooden frame surround creates an added luxurious impact. Keep it classic with a draped curtain surround, or implement a draped wall piece as a backdrop for your headboard- the focal point of every bedroom! This works perfectly in a twin or child's room too! Framing your bed is an elegant way to create a cosy haven. To invite in the view, consider floor length curtains to frame and centre those wide, tall widows that capture the vistas beyond.
TAKE A SEAT
Intertwine nature in every stitch. Setting your morning coffee table in a window bay to catch the winter sunrises in comfort with our fluted Parker Armchair. The perfect place to start your day! For a classic take on the countryman's armchair, browse our Bisley Armchair. With a countryside charm, the Bisley is the perfect companion for evenings by the fireside. Consider additional seating for the bedroom in the form of a Chaise Longue, an Ottoman, or an accent armchair. There is no template when it comes to reworking your interior space as each room should be individual to you. Skylar Pinchal Coysh writes in House&Garden to, ‘consider who it was built for, what sort of world they inhabited, and what styles were popular at the time.’ She encourages making sense of what you have and where you are by looking back to who came before you, and what might come next. It's up to you to decide how traditional to keep the décor, and where you may want to introduce contemporary elements.
AUTUMNAL INTERIORS
We are seeing a movement towards earth tones and neutrals such as those in the leaves, the tree trunks and the Cotswold stone. Pulling autumn shades from the changing season. Consider incorporating deep burgundy tones, or plum and mocha centred spaces to snuggle up in. Welcome highlights of mossy greens and shades of pine for a subtle nod to the festive season. Let the indoor and outdoor coexist in soft harmony. By using warm tones, you can create the restful sanctuary you deserve with the seasonal country comfort we all crave as it gets colder outside.
NEW, OLD, RUSTIC, REFINED
Style your space with intention with carefully curated furnishings in your individual choice of fabrics. We've seen a noticable shift away from the purchasing of mass produced furniture and a movement towards bespoke, made to order, and reupholstered vintage finds. Consider incorporating the reupholstery of antique pieces or family heirlooms into your design. Fewer pieces, higher quality, personal stories- don’t settle for a room anyone could buy! With a considered colour palette you can't go wrong. Textures and prints can bring your space to life with country charm- linen, wool, velvet, checks, florals, or stripes. We are seeing a rise in popularity of pattern and colour drenching, with white minimalist spaces waning.
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
Karen Spector from Lovers Unite speaks to vogue about a new style she has deemed, ‘Shambolism’. She describes it as, ‘embracing sensuous chaos – the beauty that emerges when things aren’t perfectly resolved.’ Dare to go for bold patterns to add vibrancy and life to your space. Mixed metals, exposed woods and layered textures are leading the way in interior design. Handcrafted textures are rising in popularity in the rebellion against the age of Ai design. Luxury is in the details, down to the wood finish of your sofa feet! Your sofa sees family life go by: gathering to watch your favourite series, welcoming friends for cups of tea, glasses of wine and after dinner conversations. Choose your own fabric and shape to perfectly suit your lifestyle. Make it your way with The Cotswold Bed Company bespoke service. Choose from our range of walnut, dark oak, natural and black depending on your preferred style as well as the shape and height. Let your home nurture the country lifestyle and feel like a retreat. If you are looking to furnish unique spaces we would love for you to get in touch with us. We can manufacture anything from beanbagsto bar stools, custom to your space. In Elle decor, we read designer Thome Filicia share his insight on decorating houses in the country. He explains how important it is ‘to give every room a purpose’. He tells us , ‘By giving each space a distinct use, personality, and vibe, it becomes the place you go when you’re looking for a particular feeling or experience.’ He proceeds to talk about an old cupboard in a library room that was turned into a full-service bar, highlighting how bespoke and custom made furniture can enhance every room. Create a space you're proud to share, adding plush cushions and cosy blankets as the perfect finishing touches.
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