My Style:My general style would be “English cottage meets Nordic countryside.” I like curated interiors, a lived-in approach, a monochromatic palette, and a minimalist touch.

Inspiration:Since we are close to the water and we have access to a small private beach, I was really inspired by the “coastal look” without being cheesy.

Favorite Element:There is something special about this place. Everyone that has come and stayed says the same thing. I don’t know if it’s the location, the wood walls, or just a peaceful feeling… so I don’t know if there is one thing I like most!

Biggest Challenge:We don’t live there full time and I was eight months pregnant when we bought it. We came only a few days at a time to fully renovate the place. It took us five months when it could have been two-and-a-half months.

Proudest DIY:Thanks to my handy husband, we did all the work ourselves. But one thing he was particularly proud of is the wood stove. We bought this used, black stove and spray painted it a creamy color. (By the way, it’s a specialty paint intended for heat.)

Biggest Indulgence:Marble countertops. Being a secondary home that’s sometimes rented out, it was a splurge compared to other items. But I wanted this place to live and age. Marble will etch and stain and look more beautiful with time. I wouldn’t change that.

Is there somethinguniqueabout your home or the way you use it?This is a very small cottage so we had to be clever with storage. There is no closet in the bedroom, so we created one next to the fridge. It’s seamlessly integrated with the cabinets so you would think it’s a pantry!

What are your favorite products you have bought for your home and why?淋浴水龙头超出。它使得雄厚ce even more luxurious! The pressure, and size of the shower head — we were so pleased. Another thing I adore is our dining room chairs. They are all wood and cane and so comfortable. They came from far away, so we waited a long time, but it was worth it!

Please describe any helpful, inspiring, brilliant, or just plain useful small space maximizing and/or organizing tips you have:Every room needs a storage solution: hooks, baskets, and shelves! When you have a smaller home you need to have options everywhere. We used an antique dresser as our entry console, because you can store so many things in there. We used a 2-in-1 washer unit to save space, which left us plenty of room to add shelves and storage options. Also hooks should be in the bedroom, bathroom, and entryway — anywhere you could need it.

Finally, what’s your absolute best home secret or decorating advice?Make it intentional. Take your time to find perfect items, and mix old with new.

• SICO Paints — Colour Clouds of Nairobi

• Sofa —West Elm
• Jute Rug — Amazon
• Striped Rug —H&M
• Coffee Table — Antique, built by my grandfather
• Speaker —Marshall
• Vinyl Turning Table —Urban Outfitters

• Dining Table —Second Hand, Similar
• Dining Chair — Importation
• Pendant Light —HAY
• Dresser — Antique
• Lamp — Antique

• Faucet —Vintage Tub
• Countertops — Carrera Marble
• Kitchen Cabinets/Fronts —IKEA
• Range —Kitchenaid

• Bed Linens —Parachute
• Cushions — Discontinued
• Side Table — HomeSense
• Sconces —Etsy

• Floor Tile —Wayfair
• Shower Base —Vintage Tub
• Shower Faucet —Vintage Tub
• Pendant Light —Etsy

Thanks Camille!

This house tour’s responses were edited for length and clarity.

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