8 Ideas for the Dacha, Inspired by a Polish Cottage

This cottage is located in Mazovia, in the northeast of Poland. The owners bought it in the mid-1980s, and their daughter Anna came up with a beautiful and tasteful way to decorate the space. We share ideas that we noticed in the interior of this cottage.

White color

A great idea is to paint the walls and ceiling white. Even small rooms will visually appear larger. And on cloudy days, the house will always feel bright.

Smart zoning

There is no need for unnecessary partitions, furniture items, or constructions on the dacha. Decor, lighting, and textiles help zone the space. See how carpets divide a room into several zones.

The same function is performed by decorative items and pendant lights. For example, a composition of vintage plates marks the dining area, while a painting above the lounge chair helps define a relaxation zone.

Kitchen without upper cabinets

If you have a small kitchen on the dacha, don’t overcrowd the space with upper cabinets. Usually, only essential dishes are stored in summer cottages, so there should be enough room.

Sink by the window

If you didn’t have a chance to install a sink by the window in your apartment, make this dream come true at the dacha. You won’t need additional lighting in that area. But the benefits don’t end there — read more about it in our article.

Minimalist furniture

If you don’t need to store many things at the dacha, try to do without unnecessary cabinets. It’s better to restore and reuse old furniture. This gives your interior a special atmosphere.

Relaxation zone on the balcony

If you are only planning to build a dacha house, consider including at least a small balcony. For example, in this cottage, you can enter the balcony directly from the bedroom — another relaxation zone was created here.

Replacing ceiling lights

On the second floor under the roof, there is usually no space to hang ceiling lights, so they were replaced with wall sconces. The lamps can be mounted into wooden beams or use clip-on fixtures.

Hammock instead of a gazebo

Don’t have space for a gazebo or swings? Hang a hammock with throws and cushions on the porch, and you’ve got the perfect spot for relaxation.

All photos: jokaskora.com