There’s no need to step outside of this endearing home to get a breath of fresh air. Instead, just look around each room and soak in the scenery!
One of the hallmarks of cottage charm is to fill your home with objects that pay homage to Mother Nature’s handiwork. Mary Bea Ellis thoughtfully captures this look by decorating her abode with neutral colors, earthy accessories, and smart fabric choices.
![“I think my own personal style is a bit of French design [and] a little bit of English, but I just love that overly collected, curated, layered space that looks lived in and comfortable,” Paige says.](https://thecottagejournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Photo-May-05-2022-2-46-08-PM_OTR-feat-218x150.jpg "Designer Paige Kontrafouris Layers Her 100-Year-Old Home with Collected Treasures")
