Paint Colors in a Connecticut Cottage With Timeless Simplicity

Even though we more often turn our attention to French inspired interiors, it is always a pleasure to share classic American cottage charm! When the cottage celebrates all things white in its decor scheme? Even better. This 18th-century Cape (Killingworth) was owned by Nancy Fishelson and has been featured in several magazines, and we’ll revisit it today. You’re destined to admire Fishelson’s timeless style which feels utterly livable and casual. Best of all, I discovered the paint colors this designer uses repeatedly. Let’s peek at Paint Colors in a Connecticut Cottage With Timeless Simplicity!

Exterior and patio of Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.
I am spying a Dutch door…so charming!

Paint Colors in a Connecticut Cottage

DESIGN: Nancy Fishelson in Country Living Magazine (February 2019) PHOTOGRAPHS BY HELEN NORMAN STYLING BY JANNA LUFKIN

Breakfast room in Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.
American country style in a beautifully renovated cottage…in case you love living with antiques.

Doesn’t this breakfast area in the kitchen feel fresh and easy and anything but stuffy!?!

Beautiful white country kitchen with La Cornue range in Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.

This kitchen Nancy designed just takes my breath away. Look at those reclaimed wide pine boards from the 1800s! Aren’t they amazing?

I also love the French porcelain pulley lights over the light gray fireslate topped island. The range is La Cornue’s CornuFé stainless steel and satin chrome, and I’m loving how its finish echoes the fireslate counters.

White accessories in the kitchen of Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.

All the white feels fresh, clean, and modern, the cake pedestal from Martha Stewart belongs on my own counter!

Ironstone in built-in cupboard at Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.
Modern country style in a lovely Connecticut home in Killingworth…in case you admire cottage interiors.

Nancy reportedly prefers fleamarkets to auctions for antiques, and don’t you love how she lives with them?

Dining room in Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.

I love seeing how designers decorate small bedrooms, and this one feels so cozy and serene:

White bedroom in Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.

Like Nancy, I find round vintage wood farmhouse stools function perfectly in any number of rooms. The light grey painted floors? Such a gorgeous design details, and keep reading if you are curious about the paint colors.

Soaking tub in Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.
An historic home beautifully renovated by Nancy Fishelson…in case you admire country cottage style.

In the primary bath, the tub and filler are Waterworks. Don’t you love the tub’s relationship to the windows? The large white urn in the corner reminds me of my own urn.

Primitive farm bench in a bath at Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.

All of the neutral tones here work harmoniously! In another bedroom, the art above the bed is perhaps a framed vintage tablecloth. The sconces are from Hudson Valley Lighting, and the light painted wood floors feel like a cloud.

Country bedroom in Nancy Fishelson's renovated historic home in Killingworth - Country Living magazine/Helen Norman/Janna Lufkin.
Nancy Fishelson renovated New England cottage with white decor. #cottagestyle #newenglandstyle

Renovated Connecticut Cottage With Antiques

Nancy’s cottage was also featured in CTC&G:

Cottages & Gardens (March 2012) – REBECCA MORSE/PHOTOGRAPHS BY KEITH SCOTT MORTON

Wood beam ceiling in living room of 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

The sofa in this light-filled living room dates to the 18th Century, and the light upholstery and cozy furniture arrangement is just right for conversation.

Primitive American antiques and plants in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

Winter greenery in Nancy’s cottage looks gorgeous with white walls and collected primitives. I would love to see all the collected linens in that basket!

Fireslate counter with white cake pedestal and rununculus in kitchen of 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

The kitchen cabinetry is custom, and the simple kitchen design feels utterly timeless.

Renovated kitchen with wood beams in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

Do you love the antique signage throughout this home? Like the countertops, the sink is also light gray Fireslate. The faucet is by Herbeau.

La Cornue range in renovated kitchen of 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).
Ironstone in primitive cupboard in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

Authentic Designs in Vermont handcrafted the pewter-finished sconces in the living room.

Fireplace and wing settees in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).
Inspiring country cottage interiors as well as neutral paint color ideas.

The keeping room (above) opens to the kitchen.

American country dining room in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

Textured beams were revealed after removing drywall from the ceilings.

Airy white bedroom with antiques in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).
Sconces, Hudson Valley Lighting…in case you love this vintage look.

Glass paneled carriage doors separate the large primary bedroom from the bath.

Renovated bathroom with soaking tub in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

An antique barn door leads to the primary bedroom…

Primitive barn door in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).
Country bedroom with wood beams in 1700s Connecticut cottage of Nancy Fishelson in CTCG (Feb 2012).

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Nancy Fishelson Paint Color Palette

Even though the designer often custom mixes her paint colors, a few years ago, she revealed her favorite grey paint is a Pratt & Lambert color called Tucker Pale Gray. That paint color was discontinued so I looked into the formula and colors nearly identical.

Tucker Pale Gray CW805 Paint Color Swatch

Apparently Benjamin Moore WISH is essentially the same color as Tucker Pale Gray. This would be a wonderful color for kitchen cabinets. (Also find ideas for putty paint colors in THIS.)

Nancy Fishelson likes Benjamin Moore WHITE DOVE for a great white paint, and if you need more ideas for choosing the right white, go HERE.

Finally, here’s the warm grey paint color Nancy recommends for floors: Benjamin Moore THUNDER.

Easiest way to see if a paint color will work? Order samples with Samplize and have them delivered straight to your door.

Ideas for a Floral Arrangement!

Encouragement quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #encouragementquotes #strugglequotes

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-michele

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2 Comments

  1. Pamela
    September 14, 2023 / 1:28 pm

    😍 the dining room may be my favorite

    • Michele
      Author
      September 15, 2023 / 11:00 pm

      It’s such a keeper! Thanks for reading!

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