J.Crew's menswear director, Frank Muytjens, unplugs at his Upstate New York home, which he's curated into a meticulously maintained cottage. The chic space nails down my whole aesthetic in 600 square feet. It says in pictures what I've never been able to say. It's perfectly rural, a bit eclectic, mixes a base of cool colors and warm rug tones against crisp white walls, and looks effortlessly kept like a models un-perfectly perfect 'bed head' hair-- everything's in the right place but it seems so natural.
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| The bright living room is lit by an array of coverless windows, while the wide plank floors give it a 20th century cottage feel. I love the unbleached linen sofa, the modern canvas clad chrome chairs, flannel plaid pillows, persian rug, and the touch of masculine floral. |
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| The kitchen reminds me of an old school house. I own the succulent on the right-- I think we're on the right track! |
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| The dining area mixes rough and smooth, as Muytjens calls it. I love the X barn table, the variety of chairs, and jute rug. |
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| A simple basic bedroom. Layers of bedding, another great persian rug, and a vintage fan. |
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| This isn't the entrance, but would match perfectly. |
My dream cottage is done. When can I move in?
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