p 155, Captain Kelly's Cottage - Cottagecore © trevor mein Cottagecore, New Countryside Living by Gestalten explores contemporary rural living around the world — from the gentle charm of French country homes to Australian hideaways, with stops in Sweden, England, Poland, and the United States. The book goes beyond traditional cottages, celebrating all forms of reimagined rural dwellings, from restored barns to modern cabins nestled deep in nature. p 186, Shelter Island House - Cottagecore © matthew williams With Cottagecore , Gestalten offers a tribute to a reinvented rural aesthetic. More than a simple design book, it presents a vision where simplicity, comfort, and beauty converge, blending timeless charm with contemporary interpretations of the cottage and, more broadly, the modern country home. The houses featured do not merely recreate an idealized past; they embody a modern, considered rurality—attuned to light, landscape, and the subtlety of details. Some of their inhabitants, former city dwellers, reflect this new wave of neo-rural living, but the essence lies in the places themselves, shaped by a contemporary sensibility and a calmer way of life. The more rustic interiors stand out through their authenticity and their direct connection to materials and history: Bozen’s Cottage in Australia, a pioneer’s wooden home with patchwork textures, or the Bulgarian Cottage in Bulgaria, a mountain refuge defined by simple, welcoming volumes. These spaces favor raw charm, natural light, and materiality, telling the story of the place as much as that of its inhabitants. At the opposite end of the spectrum, certain homes embrace a decidedly minimalist approach, where clean lines and open volumes engage with the surrounding landscape. Torö in Sweden and The Maker’s Barn in England reinterpret the traditional cabin as a luminous, functional design haven, while Shelter Island House in New York State achieves a subtle balance between modern refinement and cottage spirit, distinguished by contemporary simplicity and the elegance of its materials. Cottagecore shows that the charm of rural living extends far beyond nostalgia: it is an architectural language that spans rustic to minimalist, traditional to contemporary, creating spaces where nature, comfort, and design coexist with effortless grace. Number of pages : 288 Publication date : 10/7/2025 Cottagecore, Gestalten 50,00€ cover picture - Bulgarian Cottage © tim clinch

Blixen vase In the heart of Copenhagen, Akua Objects’ workshop delicately weaves a universe where glass breathes soulful melodies. Founded in 2022 by Annika Zobel Agerled and Josefine Arthur, the brand embraces a gentle ambition: to create poetic and contemporary tableware, where each glass piece is both functional and brimming with emotion. Akua Objects’ philosophy is simple and rare: glass tells a story. The collections bear proper names—Blixen, Karl, Augusta—and each piece is conceived as a bridge between past and present. The brand speaks of a “shadow story,” the ability to awaken memory through an everyday object. Akua does not produce in bulk. Each piece is hand-blown in the historic workshops of Murano and Bohemia. The subtle irregularities—air bubbles, slight variations in shape—become marks of authenticity, a reminder that every object has been crafted with care and patience. The shapes are rounded and sensual, and the warm colors—deep red, burnt orange, bright yellow—lend an almost romantic dimension to these objects. Far from the usual Scandinavian minimalism, Akua embraces a poetic and contemporary style, where each vase or glass becomes both a decorative accessory and a collectible piece. Akua Objects also ventures into the realm of fashion. Their “fashionable” approach to glass leads them to collaborate with designers and present their pieces as true couture accessories. Glass becomes jewelry, a keepsake, and a fully-fledged style element. ↳ akuaobjects picture credits © akua objects

We’re falling for Folklore Brut , Monoprix’s new autumn-winter collection. Inspired by the gypsy spirit, this wardrobe blends rawness and poetry in a effortlessly relaxed style, where bohemian freedom dances between rustic charm and modern sophistication. This autumn, Monoprix invites us on a journey into contemporary bohemia with Folklore Brut , its new autumn-winter collection launching on October 29. Inspired by the gypsy spirit and reimagined countryside landscapes, the line blends rawness with poetry. Each piece seems to tell a story, balancing bohemian freedom with modern sophistication, creating a wardrobe that moves between unexpected layering, flowing silhouettes, and natural elegance. Autumn here is dressed in warmth, texture, and character, turning everyday life into a sensory stroll through enveloping colors and fabrics. The materials and colors set the tone for this wardrobe. Herringbone, raw wools, and reimagined folk prints mingle in a play of patinated textures, rich and warm. The autumnal palette dives into the deep greens of the forest undergrowth, the browns of damp earth, the luminous creams of wheat fields, and the dark yellows of falling leaves. Among the standout pieces, we’re loving the sturdy boots , perfect for navigating the city or countryside in style, and the wool square scarf , which instantly adds a bohemian, elegant touch. The embroidered blouse is a reinvented classic, ideal with wide-leg jeans or a skirt for a relaxed yet refined look. For dresses, the smocked dress is a true gem: fluid and comfortable, it plays with volume for a free-spirited, feminine style. Finally, the oversized herringbone coat completes the silhouette, combining comfort and modernity while preserving the raw, authentic charm that defines the collection. ↳ monoprix - folklore brut collection

In the heart of Oregon’s forest, nestled on an acre of natural land, Molly Kidd’s home stands as an intimate and inspiring retreat. Founder of her eponymous studio, Molly Kidd explores her universe here: a warm minimalism where simplicity, comfort, and the beauty of natural materials blend with elegance. Her 1980s residence, completely reimagined, combines the understated charm of European interiors with the raw, luminous beauty of the Pacific Northwest. A former florist and blogger, Molly Kidd turned to design with a keen eye for light, textures, and the emotional resonance of a space. Her approach draws on the Shaker style, known for its humility and precision, which she softens with a subtle palette of linen, soft beige, amber brown, and dusty pink. Natural materials—solid wood, stone, plaster, and washed linen—are layered with care, creating an atmosphere that feels both familiar and contemporary. Here, we visit her own home, a true manifesto of this warm minimalism, where every room is designed to evolve with the light and daily life. The project began with an extended period of immersion: studying the light, understanding the natural flow of the spaces, and sensing the house’s energy. The result is an interior that exudes warmth and sophistication. Venetian plaster walls, rich Farrow & Ball tones, and bespoke cabinetry are paired with vintage Murano lighting and a rare chocolate-hued Lacanche range, the centerpiece of the kitchen. The restored rounded entryway and colonial windows structure the space while allowing nature to converse with the interior. Each room evolves, breathes, and lives with its inhabitants. From custom plaster showers to antique furniture and carefully selected pieces from Sixpenny, every detail reflects Molly Kidd’s devotion to beauty, functionality, and legacy. " Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s forest, Molly Kidd’s home combines the simple, authentic spirit of country living with warm minimalism, where every natural material and soft hue tells a story of life close to nature. " Nothing is left to chance, yet nothing is fixed. At Molly Kidd Studios, design evolves over time: objects are moved, colors shift with the light, and the space remains alive and sincere. Her approach celebrates a return to essentials and harmony, far from aesthetic excess. In a world saturated with images and trends, Molly Kidd Studios champions a quiet elegance. Her home is a contemporary refuge—both humble and sophisticated—embodying true, simple, and lasting comfort, faithful to the spirit of a reimagined rural lifestyle. Beyond its role as a family home, this house serves as a living showroom. It gives clients a tangible insight into Molly Kidd’s approach: a design that is sustainable, multidimensional, and deeply human. More than just an interior, it tells a story of transformation—a vivid demonstration of Molly Kidd’s way of living: warm, authentic, contemporary minimalism, where every space has its own story to tell. ↳ mollykiddstudio pictures credit © tim lenz

Perched high above Megève, Chalet Le Sarto stands out as an ode to Alpine architecture and Art Deco. With this seventh address, Iconic House extends its vision of intimate, embodied luxury—bespoke hospitality rooted in heritage and enhanced by design. Built in 1941 by Henry Jacques Le Même, the legendary architect of Megève, Le Sarto is reborn today under the leadership of the CLAVES studio and the architect Adrien Galvin (TEMA). The idea: to create a dialogue between the rigor of the period design and a contemporary aesthetic, while preserving the Le Même spirit - this clever blend of mountain elegance and Parisian modernity. The result: a 600 m² chalet where geometric lines, rhythmic woodwork and bold colors create a vibrant decor, halfway between heritage and audacity. With its seven suites, its chic cabin-style children's dormitory, and its wellness areas worthy of a designer sanatorium (indoor pool, sauna, hammam, yoga studio, Technogym room), Le Sarto reinvents the art of alpine living. In winter, the fire crackles in the huge fireplace in the living room; in summer, the terraces open onto a bright garden and an outdoor pool. Here, the mountain becomes home, the great outdoors meets gentleness. " Because his work played a major role in defining individual mountain housing and resolutely shaped the Megève landscape, Le Sarto is a true tribute to the masterpiece of Henry Jacques Le Même. " True to its signature style, Iconic House has invited a new generation of artists to inhabit the space. We encounter the delicate frescoes of Louise Defente, the poetic volumes of Eloi Schultz, and the sensitive installations of Côme Clérino. Each work echoes the work of Henry Jacques Le Même—an architecture conceived as a total art. Finally, beyond high-end comfort and tailor-made services—in-home chefs, massages, babysitters—each destination offers experiences rooted in its locality. Climbing sandstone boulders in Fontainebleau, bike rides along the Seine… Each house becomes a starting point for experiencing nature in a different way. ↳ iconic.house  | @ iconic__house picture credit © mr tripper

For its fall-winter collection, Moismont celebrates the clan spirit, woven between heritage and modernity. Tartan, the legendary plaid of the Scottish lands, becomes the emblem of this season: royal blue dialogues with English greens and fine yellow lines, while neo-liberty curtains awaken gardens asleep by winter. The brand transposes the textures and colors of the landscapes into its creations, blending tradition with contemporary sensibility. In the plateaus of the Hautes Terres, moss-covered rocks offer refuge from the icy winds. Moismont draws its inspiration from this: a thermos draped in khaki tartan keeps tea warm, its hues blending into slate blue, storm gray, and the deep green of the moors. The horizon stretches like an infinite fabric, tumbling down the hillsides, brushing against thick forests, and gliding over frozen lakes, like a natural palette deployed in the brand's creations. Further down, on the village pitch, the collective's energy is expressed in colors and patterns: banners, scarves, and striped jerseys punctuate the landscape in bright reds, fuchsias, blues, and browns. The supporters' chants celebrate belonging and fervor, and Moismont translates this vitality into its creations, where each pattern and color become a symbol of connection and warmth. ↳ moismont

Velvet House - Anneville Conceived by Gaspard Konrad, a surfing and wide-open spaces enthusiast, Velvet House reinvents the art of nature escapes with a collection of houses designed as refuges. More than rentals, they are timeless interludes, where we slow down, where we find ourselves, where we savor those simple moments that make the days sweet. Here, nature becomes the only horizon, and each stay takes on the appearance of a ritual. Velvet House - Anneville The collection opens with two houses that set the tone. In Fontainebleau, Le Vaudoué, with its contemporary black wood architecture and large bay windows, backs onto a lavender clearing. In the garden, a sauna and Nordic bath invite you to extend the experience outdoors. Further north, in the Boucles de la Seine nature park, Anneville reveals itself in a Normandy cottage with green shutters, nestled on the edge of a private pond. Boats, wooden pontoons, changing reflections: the landscape creates a living setting, to the rhythm of the water. Velvet House - Le Vaudoué Velvet House - Le Vaudoué Each house cultivates a common aesthetic: open lines that blur the lines between indoors and outdoors, secondhand furniture, delicate patinas, raw materials warmed by thick rugs and long, convivial tables. Elegance remains understated, always in harmony with the surrounding nature. A Lola James Harper candle perfumes the space with a signature scent, a common thread of the Velvet experience. Velvet House treats the welcome like a ritual: a copy of Giono's The Man Who Planted Trees pays homage to the living, the guestbook becomes a collective recipe book, and the minibar reveals local products and selected objects. These simple gestures elevate the ordinary and leave a lasting impression. Le Vaudoué The rooms offer a warm and inviting atmosphere. A tapestry serves as a headboard, while a rattan armchair creates a reading nook and a vintage chair defines the office space. Dark hues reinforce the feeling of intimacy, conducive to relaxation. Velvet House - Le Vaudoué Velvet House - Le Vaudoué Beyond high-end comfort and tailor-made services—in-home chefs, massages, babysitters—each destination offers experiences rooted in its locality. Climbing sandstone boulders in Fontainebleau, bike rides along the Seine… Each house becomes a starting point for experiencing nature in a different way. Le Vaudoué ↳ velvethouse picture credits - velvet house © depasquale.ma ffini

Yuji Yoshida opens the doors to a universe that is both intimate and universal, where art, craftsmanship, and agriculture meet and interact. Born in Alaska, raised in Japan, and then trained in the United States, his career has been marked by travel, cultural mixing, and the quest for a balance between tradition and modernity. It was across the Pacific that he gradually discovered his artistic sensibility, developing a taste for antique and vintage objects, guided by the writings of Furudogu Sakata. Today, based on the coast of Kagoshima, he cultivates the land with the same delicacy that he creates his works. Through "Shizen Nōen Yoshida," his natural farm specializing in citrus fruits such as Hetsuka daidai, he is shaping a space where agriculture becomes an art form in its own right. At the same time, his creations—objects and paintings—reflect this attention to detail, this listening to chance and the invisible forces that inhabit nature. For him, observation becomes poetry, and everyday life becomes philosophical. Each season, each fruit, each imperfection becomes a source of inspiration, revealing a vision of the world where beauty emerges from the ordinary. His career illustrates a rare encounter between cultures and disciplines, and reminds us how sensitivity, wonder, and contemplation can nourish creativity. Interview Yuji, can you tell us about your background? "I was born in 1982 in Alaska, where my father worked, but our family returned to Japan when I was six months old. That's where I grew up. Later, I felt the desire to live in the United States, particularly in California, to immerse myself in both the local Japanese community and American society. I started by working for several Japanese companies: a year in Hawaii, then about two years in California, in the food business and at a temp agency. But my limited English quickly presented me with great difficulties. To truly integrate, I decided to learn the language. While working for a fresh fish company, I took English classes at a community college in the evenings. My days were long: I worked from dawn until 2 or 3 p.m., then my classes started around 5 p.m. These classes were a revelation. There, I met inspiring students, including Mexicans who, while working hard, were looking to build a future for themselves in California. Their determination left a deep impression on me. I was also fortunate to have a passionate professor who encouraged me to persevere and consider college. One day, she asked me what I planned to do after community college. I told her I would attend the nearest university. She then advised me to aim higher: she believed that if I worked hard, I had a real chance of getting into the University of California, Berkeley. At that point, I had never really put in any sustained effort. I thought Berkeley wasn't for me. But I chose to trust her... and I ended up getting a scholarship." What made you come back to Japan? "I decided to quit my job because it was becoming increasingly difficult to balance work and studies due to lack of sleep. To better manage my time and support myself, I started my own online business, exporting various American products to Japan. This business went well and allowed me to continue my studies while working. During my last years at Berkeley, I began thinking about my post-graduation career, as I wanted to leave the online business, which I had created out of necessity. One of my ideas was to import Japanese crafts and antiques to the United States to sell. To prepare, I traveled throughout Japan during the summer and winter breaks to study and learn more. These experiences were enriching and brought me new emotions. Over time, I realized that living in Japan better suited my personal comfort, whether in terms of safety, language, or food. So I decided not to return to California and to carry out my project: I returned to Japan. After choosing to leave California to return to Japan, I settled in the Tokyo area, where I renovated a room in an old apartment. There, I collected objects that touched me with their beauty, regardless of their category: antiques, old and contemporary crafts from around the world, designer pieces, outsider art, contemporary art… I simply wanted to live surrounded by what I love. It was during this period that I met the artist Yu Kobayashi, at her solo exhibition in Tokyo. Her lifestyle deeply inspired me: she creates the objects she needs every day." Now you live on the Pacific coast. Why did you leave Tokyo for the seaside? " As a child, in elementary school, I confided to my parents my desire to live near the sea. I don't remember the reason, but they still do. This desire remained deeply rooted in me. I shaped it little by little, until I decided to settle in a place surrounded by greenery, over a hundred meters above sea level, with no obstacles on the horizon, so I could admire the sunrise all year round. This daily spectacle resonates deep within me. I'm a person of the heart, and I'm convinced that starting each day facing the rising sun enriches my life. I traveled the Pacific coast, from Chiba to Kagoshima, for nearly ten months before finally finding the place where I live today. " How did you become a farmer? "After moving to Kagoshima, I accidentally discovered the orchard of a citrus grower who cultivated natural citrus fruits. He gave me a grapefruit whose balance between acidity and sweetness was absolutely perfect. I felt as if its acidity penetrated to the deepest cells of my being. I was amazed! I confessed to him that I had never tasted a grapefruit like it. He thanked me with a smile, proud to be able to produce it himself. This encounter and our discussions gave me the impetus to start growing citrus fruits naturally. Almost simultaneously, I discovered that a citrus fruit native to Kagoshima, still little-known, was growing in my city and in the neighboring municipalities of Kimotsuki and Minamiosumi: the Hetsuka daidai. With the aging population and the scarcity of young growers, I feared that it would be neglected, even doomed to disappear. I then felt the responsibility—and the desire—to take on the challenge: to promote this unique fruit and pass on its culture to future generations." And how did the craft and artistic activities emerge? "Buying things I loved and living surrounded by them gave me pleasure, but after meeting Yu Kobayashi , I realized it was even more rewarding to make the things I needed myself and then live with them. It was an idea that had never crossed my mind before. At that time, I had never created anything with my hands, but I decided to go for it, without school or apprenticeship, somewhere on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, in Japan. I had already decided to create with my own hands in this new place, but I hadn't yet found the material that would bring this desire to fruition. One day, I came across a large felled tree near my home. I bought a chainsaw and began working with the wood." How do you manage to reconcile these three activities today? "I intentionally leave a blank space in my mind, conducive to the emergence of ideas. Often, it's the randomness of my environment that inspires me the most, much more than what I deliberately seek. In Japan, the four seasons and their changing climate constantly reveal new details in a single citrus grove. The birds, insects, or light vary, and I sometimes discover things I had never noticed before. This cycle of nature nourishes my vision and creates a harmony essential to my work. While mowing a field, I sometimes come across an unexpected plant or stone shape that inspires a work. While picking fruit, it's deformed citrus fruits, leaves marked by insects, or reddened by the sun that catch my eye. Even the scent of wild camellia flowers I encounter by chance soothes my mind and influences my mood. All these details become clues, almost "accidental" sources of inspiration. When I immerse myself in agriculture, I let my artistic ideas ferment. This inner emptiness helps me refine them and prepare for their emergence. The citrus harvest, from September to February, takes up a lot of my time, but it doesn't prevent me from practicing crafts and art. On the contrary: this agricultural immersion nourishes my creativity and enriches my works." Before that, were you interested in Japanese crafts and techniques? "Yes, at first, I was interested in traditional Japanese crafts. After spending time with the artisans, I was able to fully understand and appreciate them. However, my interest gradually turned to contemporary, non-traditional art. As for the techniques, they attract me, but they're not what I'm most passionate about." What are your influences in crafts? And in furniture design? "For both, my main inspiration comes from the nature that surrounds me." . Have you ever exhibited in the West? " I would like to organize a solo exhibition in the West soon. However, I haven't received any proposals yet. Other national and international galleries are also present. If you have good contacts with contemporary galleries, please do not hesitate to introduce them to me! " . ↳ Instagram @ yuji___yoshida crédit photos © yuji yoshida - © gallery take

For its Fall/Winter 2025 collection, SEA New York offers a poetic reinterpretation of the feminine wardrobe, blending Victorian influences, a bohemian spirit, and contemporary minimalism. True to its delicate and carefully crafted aesthetic, the New York-based brand blends rich textures, artisanal embroidery, and structured cuts in an autumnal palette of muted tones, punctuated by bright touches. The silhouettes oscillate between unashamed romanticism and modern functionality: puffy midi skirts, belted coats, lace blouses, and embroidered knits create a woman who is both dreamy and assertive. Each piece seems to tell a story, somewhere between heritage and innovation. A new highlight this season: fine, openwork lace, directly inspired by Breton folklore, adorns blouses, collars, and cuffs. This nod to traditional European craftsmanship fits perfectly with the brand's universe, both refined and rooted in craftsmanship. Pantalons tailleur, pulls façon varsity et jupes à carreaux apportent quant à eux une touche d’élégance estudiantine, subtilement vintage. SEA NY continue ainsi d’explorer une féminité subtilement rétro, ancrée dans l’époque, tout en restant fidèle à ses codes signature : élégance sans effort, détails soignés et esprit libre. " The result is a convincing dialogue between history and modernity. " ↳ sea-ny

© Salim Santa Lucia The graphic work of cult filmmaker David Lynch is on display this summer in Yvetot, in the heart of Normandy. A rare and daring exhibition, part of a broader movement: that of a countryside no longer content to be a spectator, but rather a player in contemporary creation. A breath of strangeness hangs over the Pays de Caux It was in the calm of a bocage landscape, amidst hedges, cows, and slate roofs, that one of the most intriguing cultural events of the summer emerged. From June 21 to September 21, 2025, the Galerie Duchamp in Yvetot, Normandy, is dedicating a posthumous exhibition to David Lynch, a legendary figure of world cinema and a visual artist in his own right. Some fifty dark and vibrant lithographs, accompanied by experimental films, are presented at this contemporary art center of national interest, located in the small Normandy town. This choice, far from being anecdotal, is a powerful gesture: proposing an encounter between Lynch's enigmatic universe and a territory that runs counter to the usual artistic circuits. "He was amused by the idea of ​​an exhibition in the heart of rural France," explains Alexandre Mare, the exhibition's curator. And this is precisely the project's true significance: offering a non-metropolitan audience a high-level artistic experience in a setting that fosters attention and wonder. It's no coincidence that more and more artists, curators, and institutions are focusing on locations outside of capital cities. The landscape becomes a backdrop, the silence is conducive to contemplation, and the gaze is sharpened. Yvetot is a shining example: here, there are no endless lines or selfie sticks, but an intimate face-to-face encounter with the works. Freely accessible, enriched with children's workshops, family visits, and ambitious educational outreach, the exhibition also embraces inclusion. Far from being an art form reserved for the initiated, Lynch à Yvetot becomes a shared adventure, attracting a variety of perspectives: those of film lovers, curious local residents, and young people on school trips. It's no longer simply "the countryside": it's a place of creation, experimentation, and dissemination. A fertile ground for culture... Practical information Exposition David Lynch From 21 Juin au 21 September 2025 Galerie Duchamp 7 rue Percée 76190 Yvetot ↳ galerie-duchamp couverture - galerie duchamp © mairie d'yvetot