To (High Point) Market We Go!

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One of the best parts about working in the residential interiors industry is attending trade shows and getting a sneak peak of upcoming trends. Of course, one of the best parts of being an avid Cottage & Bungalow blog reader is you get the all the inside info minus the cost of airfare. Now, who's jealous of who?  We've recently returned from our trip to … [Read more...]

Work Hard, Play Hard: Coastal Home Offices

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Have you ever seen the movie "Something's Gotta Give?" It's a rom-com featuring Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson, but the real star of the film is the jaw-dropping coastal home Diane Keaton's character owns. Seriously, it's worth watching just to see this house. We bring this up because one of our favorite parts is the coastal home office in the master … [Read more...]

Cocktails & Mocktails for the Beach

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Summer is coming up fast! We know you're busy searching for the perfect suit and beach bag, so we thought we'd save you some time by scouring the web for the perfect summer cocktail recipes. These drinks are perfect for lazy summer weekends spent by the water (or at least spent daydreaming of the water).  Don’t let the season sneak by without enjoying one … [Read more...]

Style Watch: Modern Florals for Your Coastal Home & Closet

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The spring season always marks the emergence of new styles, both in the fashion world and the interior design world.  This spring season's top trend can be boiled down to two words: color and florals. Floral patterns fall in that rare place between being playful and elegant, and they're making a strong showing in 2013. You couldn't hide from them at this … [Read more...]

Ship Shape for Spring: Organizing Your Coastal Home

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It's finally the season coastal home owners look forward to all year. Spring means open windows, lots of entertaining, and beautiful weather. While we know you're certainly ready for the new season, your home may not be. Luckily, getting your coastal home ready for spring can be more fun than work. Don't believe us? Read on, my friend. Your guest bathrooms … [Read more...]