July 16, 2025
In this next stage of the Summer Edit, we’re leaving the bright coastal light behind for something a little softer. This time, we’re stepping into a landscape of rolling hills, winding lanes and honey-coloured cottages that feel timeless.
Welcome To The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds countryside is the kind of place that invites you to slow down. Old stone walls, traditional flagstone floors and gentle, earthy hues come together to create homes that exude a warm and reassuring comfort. Every detail is simple, with character that comes from materials that age beautifully and look even better with time.
Wander through the villages here and you’ll find cosy pubs with stone hearths, farmhouses with limestone floors that have been walked on for centuries, and handmade pottery that feels satisfyingly authentic. That same balance of traditional craft and subtle elegance is what inspired this edit.
Create The Cotswolds Look
Hemsworth™ Beige - This is where the Cotswolds story begins. Inspired by real limestone, this porcelain tile brings the classic flagstone look into your home. The lightly tumbled edges and natural markings give it that familiar country feel, while its rectangular shape makes it easy to lay in a way that feels heritage-rich but not dated. Its slip resistance means it works just as well in a kitchen as it does on a patio.
Zellica™ Antique White - This tile brings a handcrafted note to the scheme. Its glossy glaze and gentle variations in tone are a nod to rustic pottery on a farmhouse dresser. In kitchens or bathrooms, it catches the light beautifully, adding a subtle layer of texture that breaks up the heavier stone feel with something more delicate.
Cotto Décor - Every country look needs a touch of inviting warmth. The Cotto tile echoes terracotta flooring you’d find in older farmhouses, but with none of the upkeep. Its organic, textured finish brings in that slightly lived-in appeal that makes a space feel welcoming from the moment you step inside.
BAL MM3 Eco Grout Medium Oak & Foundry™ Tarnish Trim - These details might be small, but they make all the difference. The BAL MM3 Medium Oak grout helps colours blend softly without any harsh lines, while the Foundry™ Tarnish trim brings in a touch of genuine character that feels right at home with the ironwork and fittings you’d find in a country cottage.
Styling The Look
It’s the smaller touches that help the look feel layered and personal. Supporting tiles like Berkeley Essence Sky and Metro Carrara bring gentle pattern and enduring character to the look. Berkeley Essence’s floral design is a quiet reference to Victorian country homes, while Metro Carrara adds a hint of marble that works beautifully in kitchens and bathrooms.
When it comes to styling, keep things natural. A mix of pale woods, linen cushions and worn-in furniture brings a cosy warmth that complements the scheme.
The Cotswolds look is all about calm comfort. It works just as well in a hallway that welcomes muddy boots as it does in a bright, airy kitchen where you linger over morning coffee. And like every part of The Summer Edit, the tiles are practical, durable and ready for busy family life.
Everything in this look is available online and in store. And right now, selected pieces from The Summer Edit are available with up to 25%.
Next postcard? We’re off to a place of soft pinks, lush palms and a touch of vintage Hollywood glamour. Stay tuned.
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