
In our new Vintage Cottage special issue, we bring you a collection of some of our favorite homes overflowing with timeworn charm—from elegant spaces inspired by old-world Europe to invitingly rustic farmhouse-style abodes—each with its own take on vintage design. If, while enjoying the personal stories and design ideas throughout, you find yourself itching to start a new collection, never fear: You’ll also find delightful tales of curiosities and collectibles, including their captivating histories and advice for tracking them down in the wild. As you embark upon this new journey into timeless cottage charm, we hope you take a moment to look around your own home and appreciate the unique stories that make it so precious—and that you’ll find plenty of new ideas for celebrating its many charms. Preview the issue below and pick up your copy today!
Gold Coast Collab

After a call from an old friend, Sara Johnson rose to this design challenge.
Cultivating Charm

Fresh florals, collected treasures, and an affinity for DIY projects helped this homeowner transform her family’s builder-grade home into a personalized French-style paradise.
Eclectic Twist on Traditional

This Southern home puts a unique spin on classic European charm.
Classic Elegance

The result of hard work, patience, and an eye for French style, this New Jersey home is a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind décor.
Heartfelt Home

A lifelong lover of antiques fills her Texas bungalow and distinctive outdoor spaces with cherished pieces passed down and passionately collected, crafted, and curated across decades.




![Designer Paige Kontrafouris Layers Her 100-Year-Old Home with Collected Treasures “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)



