Contemporary Cottages - by Molly English (Hardcover)

About the Book

Contemporary Cottages updates beach and mountain cottages with fresh, modern appointments, magical entryways, updated and repurposed rooms, open ceilings, custom floor plans and unique lighting--all without disturbing the timeless charm and scale that defines a cottage.

Book Synopsis

Contemporary Cottages updates beach and mountain cottages with fresh, modern appointments, magical entryways, updated and repurposed rooms, open ceilings, custom floor plans and unique lighting--all without disturbing the timeless charm and scale that defines a cottage.

Review Quotes

"Exuding warmth and simple sophistication, it's no surprise contemporary style appeals to those wishing to take the best elements of past and present for a calming, serene design sure to stand the test of time. In her latest book, Contemporary Cottages, Molly Hyde English highlights delightful dwellings redesigned with this timeless approach in mind."--Holly Seng "The Cottage Journal" (1/11/2021 12:00:00 AM)

The beautiful cottages featured inside of this book have given me so much inspiration. I feel so inspired to decorate our cottage home in new ways and I'm sure that Contemporary Cottages will be just as inspiring to you as well.-- "The Wicker House" (6/15/2020 12:00:00 AM)

Throughout the pages, projects by Orange County-based interior designers ... invite readers to find new ideas for their home and discover creative spaces where vintage and contemporary elements perfectly combine.--Karine Monié "Design OC Magazine" (2/1/2020 12:00:00 AM)

About the Author

Molly Hyde English has authored two previous books on the subject: Camps and Cottages (2000, Gibbs-Smith) and Vintage Cottages (2007, Gibbs-Smith). She owns Camps and Cottages, a leading source for curated home and lifestyle furnishings, has been covered by a number of national publications, and maintains a website and Instagram following. The store is located in Laguna Beach, California.

Ryan Garvin is a noted interior design photographer based in Southern California. His work regularly appears in a number of national print and web publications, ranging from Elle Decor to Traditional Home, and has a following on Instagram.