'Perfection of proportion is the key to a beautiful full Cape Cod,' Lichten explains. Though most residences often feature unpainted side shingles and a clapboard or cedar shake roof, its symmetry will likely catch your eye. When looking for a Cape Cod house, the façade is usually the first that will come to mind. According to the United States’ Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, this style was the last type of colonial-era homes to be revived to modern times. While it fell out of trend in the 1850s, the style had a major resurgence between 19. The shingles, which weathered to an earthy gray color, also shed rain and are sturdy and practical.'īut just because Cape Cod house style has been around for nearly 400 years doesn’t mean it's lost its luster. 'Their origins are practical, simply adorned and designed to stand up to the difficult weather of the climate,' says Goralnick. When early settlers came to the United States, they decided to model their new abodes after their half-timbered homes from England - with a few upgrades to suit their new surroundings. See more of this charming beach style Cape Cod home by Patricia Stone Interiors over at Houzz.While Cape Cod house style is typically synonymous with American architecture, it actually dates back to the Puritan colonists back in the 17th century. Shaker siding evokes images of Nantucket homes. Small octagonal tiles in the colors of the sea and beach line the shower and tub in another bathroom.Ī charming patio is located just outside the kitchen and dining nook. You’ll find more of the pale wood and light gray tones in the bathroom with interesting sconces and a beautiful sink and vanity. Houseplants help to bring a bit of nature indoors while the little wood bench mimics the color of driftwood. A painting of the ocean and an architectural piece of driftwood in the corner bring home the beach style Cape Cod vibe.Īn under-the-eaves bedroom features white walls with accents of light gray and blue found in the bedding and ocean painting. White and wood continue into the living room with the same shiplap walls and the addition of faintly white-washed wood ceiling beams. White shiplap walls lend airy appeal to the kitchen dining nook with a light wood table and modern dining chairs. Windows are left unfettered from curtains, allowing a view into the pretty backyard. The geometric pendant lights are a fun touch. The wood paneling around the kitchen island looks a little like driftwood, evoking the mood of beach style with the soft gray of the cabinets and tiles. A custom refrigerator bears the same shade of gray as the flooring and blends well with the subway tile. The newly renovated kitchen showcases an island with vertical wood planks with a granite counter top. Pale wood flooring segues to gray stone tile. Just underneath the white cottage style staircase is the doorway leading into the beautiful kitchen. This house is light and bright while also being inviting and comfortable. With all the Christmas decorating posts coming to a close, I thought touring a beach style Cape Cod charmer by Patricia Stone Interiors might be just the thing that’s needed to refresh your spirits.
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