Cedar shake cottage

Cedar shake shingle gives the home a lovely textured look. “Those will all age naturally to a wonderful gray, weathered look,” says Linda. #HGTVDreamHome

Cedar is a popular building material due to its long life, durability, warm natural hues, and pleasant aroma. It’s used for roofing as well as siding, decks, furniture, interior walls, and etc. When used outdoors, cedar blends with surrounding landscapes. Over time, cedar loses its color and fades to a silvery gray but it can be restained […]

I thought you all might enjoy a peek at this Seaside Sanctuary from the June 2008 issue of Architectural Digest! The setting, the simplicity, the cottage

Step this way for straight-out-of-a-storybook exteriors.

Cedar Shake Siding is type of wood used in making the siding. Cedar wood is classified as a softwood; it comes from cedar trees and is prized for its natural durability, resistance to decay, insects, and moisture.

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How do you restore the timeless charm of a cottage home that has lost its history? A design team from Hoedemaker Pfeiffer breathes new life

From weathered antiques to happily patterned rooms, cottagecore interiors are about embracing timeworn charm and personal style.

A carriage door opens up to a simple but functional one car garage with plenty of room for pet items and beach supplies.