A Colorful Coastal Cottage in Nova Scotia

Step inside interior designer Natalie Owens’ playful seaside cottage in Chester, Nova Scotia.

Chester is a charming coastal village just 45 minutes from Halifax, best known for its sailing culture and laid-back lifestyle. What began as a surprise purchase from her husband quickly became the perfect canvas for Natalie’s design expertise.

Layered with bold, joyful color—from a recently renovated green kitchen to a coral-infused dining nook and a cheeky pink-and-green powder room—this cottage is filled with personality while honoring the home's East Coast maritime roots.

As the co-founder of Stil James, her interior design firm with partner Victoria Armour, Natalie has built a business that thrives on creativity and a love for home. With both designers owning cottages just down the road from one another, their Chester summers are filled with inspiration, community, and plenty of seaside design inspiration.

Join us for a tour of this bright and welcoming cottage that perfectly blends coastal charm and Natalie’s bold approach to color to create the perfect setting for summer memories.