The Olympics are coming to London, and there is no better inspiration for creating a room or a home that adheres to an English country aesthetic. After all, such a decor style is all about comfort and tradition, and building the final product can be attained by adding skillful yard-sale finds as well as carefully purchased high-end items. — Shannon from The Simply Luxurious Life
Wallpaper is a must to add a touch of regal and rich warmth to the room. Look through Candice Olson's wallpaper offerings to meld a traditional approach with contemporary designs.
Nothing hints at English country decor like a welcoming fire that is framed by a beautiful marble mantel in the living or family room. While the guests sip wine and conversation is sparked, it's a wonderful way to spruce up the decor.
There is something about heating up water while you wait to enjoy a cup of tea and listening to the wood crackle in an old wood cook stove. It's a soothing, tranquil and lovely place to be on cold mornings.
A wooden chopping table is a wonderful place to prepare food. Knowing that more use will make the table become even more beautiful is a wonderful reason to cook at home more often.
And the decor of an English country home wouldn't be complete without the most loyal of companions: dogs. Be sure to have a soft place for their naps within your home.
You must make time for tea whether you live in England or not. Choose a lovely cup and saucer and some time in the afternoon to relax and rejuvenate for the evening and plans to come.
One of my favorite decor magazines is The English Home. Full of peeks into homes I dream of living in, they offer wonderful ways to bring yard-sale finds into the home and help welcome a touch of English country charm.