Every once in awhile, an image comes up on Pinterest because I love it so much. This photo made me stop in my tracks with the big fireplace, bookcases and stone floor.
It turns out that image is of one of many of the stunning spots in a home called "Canary Cottage", designed by the firm Archer and Buchanan. Let's take a look at the rest of the house, shall we?
The front hall features a beautiful traditional staircase and leads into the living room. The cosy reading nook in the first picture is just off the living room.
The kitchen features both a huge island with seating as well as a beautiful eating area with a long farm table and built ins.
Another view of the kitchen, showing the butler's pantry and what appears to be a beverage station to the right. Notice the food pantry with the sliding door to the left of the refrigerator.
The family room is right off of the kitchen. The only thing that I'm not crazy about is the TV nook. It seems awkward to me.
Behind the kitchen and family room are the back steps that go to both the upper and lower floors. I don't know why, but I love the idea of a back staircase. And, those brick floors!
I couldn't find many pictures of the upper floor, but this marble and tile bathroom! Notice the shape of the bathtub surround. The details are outstanding.
The back of the house may be even more lovely than the front. In the unlikely event that I ever have my own pool, I dream of one like this, that seems to be part of the natural surroundings.
One of the things that astounds me about this house is that it is a new build. By all appearances, it seems to be an old house that has been lovingly updated with a respect for history. Browsing the Archer and Buchanan website, I see that most of their designs feel exactly that way, whether the project is a new or old home.
If you love this house, check out the Archer and Buchanan website for other homes that they have designed.
All photos in this post are from the Archer and Buchanan website.
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