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Kitchen
The heart of a country house. A range that may be seen, a natural stone worktop and an island people linger at.
- Worktop in natural stone or solid timber
- The range as the eye-catcher
- Sink with a broad rim
Country interior
Sturdy, warm and built to last.
Solid timber, natural stone and exposed beams, with furniture that can take a knock. Country living without turning it into a stage set.
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How to spot country
Heavier, roomier and more honest.
Country is the sturdy variant of warm living. Where cottage is snug and enclosed, country is roomy and solid: larger furniture, heavier tabletops, natural stone underfoot and beams that are allowed to show.
It is all about honest materials that improve the more you use them. A solid top picks up marks, natural stone wears, oiled timber darkens. That is not damage but the whole point of the style.
- Solid timber in heavy sections: tops, beams, legs
- Natural stone or terracotta underfoot, or a wide plank
- Exposed beams, or a ceiling with applied battens
- Generous dimensions: long tables, deep sofas, tall cabinets
- Open fire or stove as the centre of the living room
The fronts
Four fronts, four feelings.
In country work the front may be heavier than in contemporary work. These are the four we draw most.
In the spotlight
Work from our own projects.
A cross-section of what we have furnished over the past years, from country house to penthouse. Hover over the series to stop it, or drag it along yourself.
Room by room
What works where, and what doesn't.
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Dining area
A long table in solid timber, with chairs comfortable enough to stay seated in.
- Table at least 90 cm deep
- Upholstered chairs soften the sound
- Chandelier on the table axis
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Living room
Generous seating around the fire, with a cabinet wall that swallows the clutter.
- Sofa away from the wall
- Rug under all the legs
- Cabinetry with an open niche
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Bedroom
Calm and storage. Cabinets that follow the sloping wall and warm reading light on both sides.
- Knee wall becomes storage
- Panelled wall as headboard
- Curtains to the floor
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Bathroom
Natural stone and timber side by side, with a vanity that can take damp.
- Solid or lacquered, never untreated
- Worktop in natural stone or composite
- Warm light by the mirror
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Hallway and stairs
The space that takes the most punishment and rarely has furniture.
- Panelling to sill height
- A floor that tolerates dirt
- One large mirror
Materials
Solid, veneer, melamine or lacquer.
No single material is best everywhere. We work with solid timber, veneer, melamine and lacquered MDF, and choose per room according to use, visibility and budget. Solid where you touch it, something else elsewhere.
Visible timber we finish ourselves with oil or stain, in our own workshop. A brushed finish exposes the grain and hides marks of use, which in a country interior is often exactly what you want.
Natural stone we prefer honed rather than polished: less shine, more grip, and scratches don't show.
House in Meerdonk All from one design. Kitchen, living room, dining area, hallway and bedrooms came from the same dossier. That is why the tone of the timber runs right through the house.
From our projects
Country work up close.
Where it goes wrong
Four ways to turn it into a stage set.
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Too much old
An old cabinet, an old table, an old mirror and an old rug together become a museum. Mix new bespoke work with a few older pieces.
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One tone everywhere
Floor, beams, cabinet and table in the same brown makes the relief disappear. Two clearly different tones work better.
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Furniture too small
Country asks for scale. A small sofa in a generous room with high ceilings looks lost.
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Cold light
4000 K strips the warmth straight out. Several dimmable 2700 K points do more than any piece of furniture.
Country isn't a theme. It is choosing materials that improve the more you use them.
Which direction suits you
The difference with the neighbouring styles.
Four directions that sit close together, briefly compared.
- Country is the sturdiest: generous dimensions, natural stone, exposed beams. Suits roomy houses and high ceilings.
- Cottage is snugger and more enclosed: panelling, darker timber, plenty of textiles.
- Contemporary country keeps the same materials but drops the ornament.
- Long Island is the light coastal variant: white panelling and blue-grey accents.
How it works
From first meeting to fitted interior.
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First meeting
At your home or in the showroom. We measure up and give a first guide price. That meeting costs nothing.
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Design in 3D
You see your room with the real materials and colours before anything is made.
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Choosing materials
Timber, stone, fabric and paint side by side, in daylight in the showroom.
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Our own workshop
Kitchen, cabinets and panelling come from in house, with tone and grain running on.
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Fitting
Our own team fits everything, including lighting, curtains and furniture.
Why Marcottestyle
Why country works with us.
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We think along with you
We don't just carry out orders. We question your layout, measure up and find the solution you hadn't seen.
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A complete plan
You don't get a sketch but a dossier: survey drawing, layout plan, bespoke drawings, electrical and lighting plan, material schedule and a detailed quotation per item.
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Everything in 3D first
Changing a drawing costs nothing; changing during installation always costs money.
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Our own workshop
Cabinets, panelling and bespoke work come from in house, tone and profile carry through.
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Our own fitters
Our own team fits, adjusts and finishes. No arguments between designer, supplier and fitter.
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First meeting free
Introduction, survey and an honest guide price cost you nothing.
Related styles
More directions within country living.
Frequently asked questions
About a country interior.
What does a country interior cost?
A fully furnished room usually lands between 15,000 and 21,000 euros, including bespoke work, furniture, lighting and textiles. Solid timber and natural stone weigh heaviest. At the first meeting you receive a guide price free of charge.
Does country work in a new-build?
Yes, but you have to bring the relief yourself: beams or a battened ceiling, panelling, cabinetry with frame and panel. Without those, it stays country furniture in a plain box.
Doesn't it quickly turn rustic?
Only if you make everything old. We mix new bespoke work with a limited number of older or weathered pieces. That keeps it current and warm at the same time.
Can it work in a smaller house?
Yes, but with different dimensions. In a compact space we work with fewer but larger elements, so it doesn't feel crowded.
Which floor suits it?
Natural stone, terracotta or a wide oak plank. Honed rather than polished, so scratches don't show.
Is it a lot of maintenance?
Oiled timber can be touched up now and then, and that is exactly the advantage: you sand out a scratch instead of replacing the piece.
Can existing furniture stay?
Yes. We draw it into the 3D design, so you can see beforehand whether it holds its own beside the new work.
Can I see it somewhere?
Our showrooms hold country settings with the real materials, fabrics and finishes.
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