Modern Cottage Home Tour: The Luna House
A Modern Cottage Home Tour: High-End Meets Heritage Character. If I had a nickel for every time I fantasized about walking through old-meets-new dream homes, I’d have… well, way too many nickels. But this house? This house is the dream—a heritage cottage dripping in charm, updated with high-end finishes, and managing to feel both deeply historic and effortlessly modern.
I love dreaming up ideas for home designs, and then creating digital mockups of how they’d look and feel, if they existed. I have designed this idea for a modern cottage that creates a sense of whimsy and old-world charm, and am calling it The Luna House. Let’s take a tour, shall we?
Tour A Designer’s Rendering of A Modern Cottage Interior With Tons of Charm
The First Impression: Welcoming Front Door
Walking up to this home feels like stepping into a Nancy Meyers film—only better. The original wood siding has been given a fresh (but historically appropriate) coat of creamy white, the shutters are the perfect shade of moody sage green, and the arched front door? Straight out of a fairytale. But don’t let the quaint exterior fool you—inside, you’re in for a treat.
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The Kitchen: Where Vintage Meets Vogue
You know those kitchens that make you want to suddenly start hosting dinner parties and pretending you’re on a cooking show? This is one of them. They preserved the original glass-front cabinetry (because duh), but paired it with custom millwork, a farmhouse sink, and brass fixtures that age like fine wine.
The countertops? Honed marble. The appliances? Smart but discreet—because nothing says “modern heritage” like a fridge that looks like it came from 1920 but actually texts you when you’re out of oat milk.
Living Room: The Cozy-Meets-Luxury Aesthetic
Inside, the original exposed beams and refinished hardwood floors set the tone: warm, timeless, with a side of high-end polish. The owners opted for a neutral palette—think soft linen sofas, vintage rugs, and sculptural lighting that makes you wonder, is this a house or an art gallery? (It’s both.) The fireplace, once a tired old relic, is now a focal point wrapped in sleek stone that still honors the home’s roots.
Bedrooms: The Perfect Place for Breakfast in Bed
The primary bedroom is a retreat that would make even the most stressed-out city dweller consider moving to the countryside. The textured walls, canopy bed, and oversized windows create the dreamiest backdrop for a Sunday morning coffee-in-bed situation. And let’s not forget the ensuite bathroom, which boasts a clawfoot tub, oversized rain shower, and the prettiest checkerboard marble floors. If this were my house, I’d never leave.
Small Bathroom Ideas: Creative Wall Tiles
Heritage homes had tiny bathrooms, and although they weren’t built for modern-day living, they were BIG on style with fun and elegant tiles. In this mockup, we honor 1920s tiles in the small bathrooms.
Dream Laundry Room
I wouldn’t mind folding laundry here!
The Final Touch: Outdoor Magic
Step outside, and you’re met with an English-inspired garden that feels completely untamed in the best way. String lights, a brick patio, and a very necessary outdoor fireplace make it the place to sip wine and discuss deep topics like whether you should start beekeeping. (Spoiler: You should.)
Modern Cottage Home Tour: The Luna House, Conclusion
This home is proof that you don’t have to choose between heritage charm and modern luxury—you can have both. And when done right, the result is pure magic. Now, if you need me, I’ll be over here mocking up another home just like this!
