Romantic COTTAGE

Whimsical and dreamy, this country style partners traditional prints and florals in a pale, ethereal setting. So, while it is decorative and pretty, it has a light, simple look that keeps it fresh and uncomplicated.

BELOW In Chris Myers’ home, white, loose-covered sofas are teamed with a gingham-print armchair with a subtle frill. The curtains are a classic rose pattern (Bowood from Colefax and Fowler), offset by walls painted in Purbeck Stone and wooden flooring in Strong White, both from Farrow & Ball. Vintage pieces, old stoneware and patterned transfer designs add decorative detail.

1 Vintage French blue floral café au lait bowl, £20, Goose Home and Garden 2 Glasshouse emulsion, £38/2.5L, Country Living Collection at Homebase

3 Laura Ashley Beca pendant* light, £95, Där Lighting