The New Cottage: Inspiration for America's Favorite Home, Hardcover/Katie Hutchison

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The mere thought of "cottage" puts the mind at ease, as a cottage is where life is simple, comforting, and true. Cottages are an informal, often hardy subsets of small houses, generally possessing a visceral grab on homeowners' imaginations. The New Cottage explores how our favorite home is changing to suit living today: Ten design strategies that characterize captivating cottages are introduced. 25 case study examples showcase today's updated take on the classic cottage, with visual icons throughout to serve as a reminder of which strategies are in use where. Whether new or remodeled, storybook or modern, permanent home or vacation getaway, cottages are perennial favorites full of romance, simplicity, and endless appeal.