Country Homes & Interiors

Published by TI Media Limited Relaxed living…comfortable style Country Homes & Interiors is the magazine that celebrates the best of modern country decorating style. Inspired by the spirit of today's relaxed living, you'll find page upon page of gorgeous real homes, plus a fresh take on country decorating.

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Country Homes & Interiors

CATCH OF THE DAY • Mediterranean-inspired motifs are a hot trend this summer, making it easy to recreate that holiday feel at home. Serve up long, lazy lunches on artistic stoneware from Gisela Graham’s Shoreline range, featuring coastal designs in warm, sun-kissed shades – we love the fluted edges and painterly designs. Striped linens and woven table mats complete the collection perfectly.

Charlotte Cadzow • This Scottish ceramicist draws upon nature, the sea and ancient mythology to create her hand-painted tableware and vases

In and out

Coastal kitchen additions

Sun-baked shades • Channel Mediterranean charm with a muted palette that appears to have gently faded in the sun. Sandy neutrals, rusty reds and rich ochre shades capture the warmth and ease of longer days, bringing a relaxed ‘golden hour’ mood to rooms. Complement with natural, undyed materials and rustic finishes, or introduce ocean blue hues for an interesting contrast.

Beach life

TERRACOTTA RETURNS • Terracotta tones are finding favour as we seek their warm reassurance. That’s especially true for flooring, as seen in this home (see page 46). ‘In kitchens, terracotta tiles soften the hard lines that often define the space,’ says Grazzie Wilson, head of creative at Ca’ Pietra. ‘They pair beautifully with timber, metals and stone, and catch the light to create a sense of variation throughout the day.’

AMERICAN DREAM • A stunning coastal new-build home takes its inspiration from the beach houses of Long Island, while remaining true to its Cornish setting

STYLISH SHINGLE • Grant’s tailored scheme is grounded with iconic designs and vintage finds

NORTH STAR • A spontaneous beach walk led Caroline Briggs and family to relocate to a stunning coastal property with far-reaching views over the North Sea

DRIFTWOOD DRAMA • Antique woods and flea market finds bring character to this coastal home

CLIFF HANGER • Astounding views from this Victorian house more than make up for the damp issues that hampered its renovation, say owners Sammy and Clive Woods

SEAFOAM SOFTNESS • Recreate Sammy’s look with a neutral palette and rustic, beachy textures

COASTAL CHARM • A pitched roof extension with wood cladding is just one way Vicky and Gareth Payne have nailed seaside style in their home

BEACH CASUAL • Vicky uses characterful pieces to give personality to her bright, airy home

FOR RURAL DWELLERS & DREAMERS

TRIPLE TRIUMPH • The mood in home decor now is for cosseting colours, strokable fabrics and expressive patterns – style points this new printed velvet from Linwood is checking in triplicate. The stain-resistant fabric suits upholstery and curtains, but we love its use in a soft Roman blind, here, bringing unexpected luxury to a small window. Inca velvet in Sunset Maroon, £92.90m, Linwood

Castaway chic • Bring shoreline style to your home with looks and inspiration reminiscent of beach-house living. The coastal code? Blue and white, with a hint of coral red and lots of texture

3 BEACH LOOKS • Classic blue and white coastal style will never go out of fashion, but you can switch up seaside looks to suit your home and personality. Here are three more options to choose from

SITTING PRETTY • Whether you want sleek seating or more plush and comfy lounging, we take you through the key sofa designs

Kitchen dilemmas...