New England-style interiors
New England style brings a whole range of ideas to mind, from fabulous mansions in which Kennedys, Astors and Vanderbilts conduct their social whirl, to rustic beach houses done out in simple, nautical blues and whites. The hallmark of all of this is comfort, whether you're out on the deck in a fresh Rhode Island summer, or sheltering from the storm on a wintry Maine night. Of course, you don't have to live in New England to bring a bit of this classic American style to your home. The essential elements - plush furniture, smooth tongue and groove panelling, nautical colours and accessories - are easy to import into any space, whether you live in an Oxfordshire cottage or a Californian ranch. Scroll down for our favourite examples of this easy-breezy style.
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