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Follow on Google News | Decorating in the French Country StyleFrom their many travels to Old World locales, and in particular the South of France, Country Cottage Collections designers are inspired by the details, the patina of age and influences of the Old World.
French Country Style originated in the South of France in the rural countryside of the region of Provence. The feel and attitude of the Provencal style is relaxed, effortless, rustic, and time-worn. Natural Materials An important element of the French Country style is the use of natural materials. The facade is stone, the rooflines varied, the eaves flared. Doors are arched, the windows tall and narrow, and no French Country Home is complete without colorful shutters to keep out the hot summer sun. Interiors Pale plastered and textured walls are punctuated with exposed rough hewn beamed ceilings, and natural stone or old wood planked floors form the frame of the French Country home. The stone fireplace is large. Textures and colors contrast. Stone or wood floors are dotted with cotton rugs to add softness. Colorful French Country printed and striped fabrics are set off against light-toned natural seating. Old dark or colorful paintings contrast with buttery-yellow walls. French Country Furiture The furniture in the countryside had rough finishes, was functional, and featured whimsical motifs as well as farm animals - roosters in particular. A country style developed in which funriture was less ornate and more practical but continued to be quite stylish. Ladder- The designers at Country Cottage Collections hope to instill their passion for French Country Decorating and inspire you to fit a little French Country into your life. For more French Country Decorating ideas and to browse French Country Decor, please visit http://www.countrycottagecollections.com. End
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