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Love cottagecore? Here’s how to pull it off.
Are you charmed by floral prints, an eclectic mix of vintage furnishings, and richly layered spaces that exude warmth and romance? If so, your aesthetic is decidedly cottagecore. And while decor can certainly set the scene, don’t overlook the power of windows and doors to bring your look to life in a more architecturally authentic way. We’ll show you how to make the right selections whether you’re starting fresh in a new construction home or remodeling a country manor.
This cottagecore bedroom designed by ICDT Studio features 100 Series Single-Hung Windows with a modified colonial grille pattern, which means the grilles are only in the upper sash. It also has transom windows (windows above the windows) to bring in even more natural light.
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How to pick out windows for a cottagecore interior
Cottagecore is rooted in traditional style so the windows that suit it tend to harken back to a more historic look. Here are some suggestions that’ll help you get started.
Double-hung and single-hung windows are a natural fit but don’t overlook casement windows either. Windows with thicker, more ornate frames and detailed trim (also called casing or millwork), which is the decorative woodwork around a window, can complement this style. We also love the traditional charm that grilles can add, particularly with a colonial (rectangles) or diamond pattern.
A good place to start? Look at the windows available through the 400 Series and the A-Series product lines.
The white painted wood 400 Series Double-Hung Windows in this kitchen match the wood-paneled walls creating an aesthetic that feels hand-made, traditional, and oh-so cottagey.
Casement windows can work well in a cottagecore home too. With their outward opening style, there’s something old-fashioned and romantic about them. And of course, they’re an easy way to let in lots of fresh air and natural light. In particular, we love the E-Series French Casement Window. What makes this window special is that there’s no meeting stile — or bar in between the two horizontal sashes. When you open the window, you get a double opening with a totally unobstructed view.
Scratching your head? A sash is the glass and framing around the glass. A normal casement window has a single sash, but the E-Series French Casement has two sashes positioned horizontally with hinges along the right and left sides, so it opens like cupboard doors — learn more parts of the window.
