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Get the English Country Decor Look

Published February 05, 2024

Fancy a cuppa in a quaint and charming tea room? Then you'll love the English County Decor look. Here, we show you how to tackle the aesthetic in 2024, with modern and classic elements — all within a cozy British-countryside vibe.

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Warm Color Palette
The English country palette draws heavily from nature, with rich earth tones, muted greens, and vibrant floral hues creating a harmonious backdrop for any space. The colors are inviting and vibrant without being overwhelming, embodying the perfect balance for a homey atmosphere.
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Natural Materials
Wood, stone, and wrought iron play critical roles in English country interiors, bringing in the rustic charm of old-world craftsmanship. These elements deliver an unspoken narrative of endurance and timelessness within the rural landscape.
Antique Furniture
A key feature of this design approach is the presence of antique and traditional furniture pieces – think sturdy oak dining tables, heirloom armoires, and classic wingback chairs that suggest generations of use and comfort.

Creating an English Country Home Look

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Incorporating Natural Materials
Invoke the charm of the English countryside by focusing on robust, natural materials. Exposed wooden beams, stone fireplaces, and hardwood flooring contribute to the homey and organic environment characteristic of this style.
Layering Floral Prints and Cozy Textiles
Don't shy away from adding multiple layers of textiles. Chunky knit blankets, embroidered cushions, and lush draperies lend a cozy, lived-in feel essential to the style.
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Emphasizing Comfort
Above all, English country style champions comfort. Every item, from the cushiest armchair to the most delicate lace curtain, should invite relaxation and repose.

How to Get the English Country Look

Wondering how to even go about it? Here are three ways: use them individually, or all together for even more pronounced English countryside charm.

Warm Wood Pieces
Warm Wood Pieces

Pieces made of wood so warm, you can almost feel the hand of the woodworker that chose it apart from the rest. That’s English country decor: past lives, stories and rich heritage, in the form of their crafted collections.

English Country-Inspired Desks >
Heirloom Decor
Heirloom Decor

In a true English country escape, there’s just the faint wind rustling through old trees, the ever-ticking second hand of a clock. Looks aren’t deceiving here; battered, chipped paint truly fits in with the landscape.  

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Distressed Finishes
Distressed Finishes

When your coffee table looks like it’s taken a beating, hang up the (floral-patterned) towel and call it English Country. The same applies for buffets, dining tables and trunks. Especially trunks.

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What is English countryside style?

Engish countryside style is an elevated cottage look. Not quite your grandmother's style (but still containing many floral and quilted elements), it's got a touch of modernity that feels elegant. Imagine a tearoom from the Austenian era and you're getting pretty close.

Decor for an English Country House

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Wood Metal Bell Decor-Set Of 2
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12X36 Gold Wood Wall Decor
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Round Wood Carved Wall Decor
$124
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44X1 Brown Iron Wall Decor
$63
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32X13 Multi Color Iron Contemporary Wall Decor
$76
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29X29 Black Iron Wall Decor
$63
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Round Brown Metal Medallion Wall Decor
$83
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Round Dark Grey Metal Medallion Wall Decor
$88
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Multi 36 Inch Metal Butterfly Wall Decor
$81
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45 X 31 Inch Multicolor Metal Leaf Wall Decor
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24 Inch White Fleur Wall Decor
$78
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What is the difference between French country and English country decor?

The difference between French country and English country decor is in the details. Whereas English country lacks a lot of them (details), French turns up the charm with an eye for turned legs, rolled arms and an emphasis on carvings and and script-like prints. English country focuses more on simplicity and life-by-the-woods vibes.

White Upholstery Sofas for English Cottage Decor

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Paloma Cotton White Fabric 98" Sofa
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Cozy White Fabric 84" Sofa with Reversible Chaise
$695
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Isabella Sand White Fabric 84" Condo Sofa
$595
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Newport White Fabric 84" Sofa
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Formosa White Fabric 103" 2 Piece Curved Sofa
$1,300
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Allegra Cream White 100" Velvet Fabric Curved Sofa
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Belinha II Opal White Fabric 95" Sofa
$795
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Emery Chiffon White Fabric 84" Sofa with Reversible Chaise
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Zone Cream White Fabric 124" 3 Piece Modular Sofa
$1,050
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Amora Ivory White Fabric 86" Sofa
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Macie Cream White Fabric 80" Sofa
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Gather White Fabric 3 Piece 122" Modular Sofa
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How to create an English country house look?

Get the English country house look by rethinking your materials. Toss out polyester, bright colors, and contemporary objects. Bring in distressed wood, Grandma-approved blankets and throws and lots of floral wall art, rugs and chinaware.

English Country Decor Style Dining Chairs

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Lirya Black Windsor Wood Dining Chair Set of 2
$150
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Pollie Brown Farmhouse X Back Wood +Upholstered Seat Dining Side Chair Set Of 6
$540
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Amery White Two Tone Farmhouse Spindle Back Dining Chair Set Of 2
$220
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Donan Farmhouse White + Brown 2 Tone Ladder Back Dining Chair Set of 2
$290
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Grey Farmhouse Wood Ladder Back Dining Chair With Upholstered Seat Set Of 2
$300
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White Farmhouse Wood Ladder Back Dining Chair With Upholstered Seat Set Of 2
$300
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Rayden Brown Farmhouse Upholstered Seat And Back Dining Chair Set of 2
$240
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Barlo Farmhouse Natural Ladder Back Upholstered Seat Dining Chair Set of 2
$220
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Donan Farmhouse Brown Ladder Back Dining Chair Set of 2
$290
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Pollie Brown Farmhouse X Back Wood +Upholstered Seat Dining Side Chair
$90
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Modern Dining Chair In Black Wood + Camel Faux Leather Set Of 2
$260
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Draper Walnut Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Grey Boucle Dining Chair
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What is English home decor?

English home decor is a style of design that feels like an escape to a cottage in the English countryside. It's teatime all the time in this style of home and the patterns, soft colors and cozy textures emphasize that. It's also nature-intensive: while curtains are a beloved staple here, they're always tied back to let light and fresh air in!

English Cottage Style Bedding

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Premium Bamboo White Queen Sheet Set
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Standard Sham-Red Brown Yellow Birds
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Premium Bamboo White Split California King Sheet Set
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Premium Bamboo Ivory Queen Sheet Set
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18X18 Embroidered Cardinal With Tassel Throw Pillow
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30X14 Red Stripe With Tassel Throw Pillow
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King Duvet - Ivory With Embroidered Natural Stitching Cotton
$226
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Euro Sham-Ivory With Embroidered Natural Stitching Cotton
$47
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King Sham-Ivory With Embroidered Natural Stitching Cotton
$47
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Standard Sham-Ivory With Embroidered Natural Stitching Cotton
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Accent Throw-Cantina Denim
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20X20 Natural + Blue Gradient Print Square Throw Pillow
$58
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