Modern rustic cabin interior
26 Modern Rustic Décor Ideas That Will Give You Cabin Fever
Tyler Karu Design + Interiors
Raise your hand if you've ever dreamt of throwing it all away and moving to the woods to build a perfectly quaint rustic-modern cabin. The wildly popular coffee table book Cabin Porn, released in 2015, proves that it's a common fantasy. But with a cabin in the middle of the woods or not, you can achieve a similar look, even in the heart of the city, if you know the simple keys to modern-rustic décor.
Ready to give your space the look and feel of a relaxing weekend mountain escape? Look no further than these modern-rustic décor ideas.
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Arbor & Co.
Take inspiration from nature to create a rustic retreat. This woodsy kitchenette sticks to a nature-inspired color palette of warm woods and dark green for a striking effect. Midcentury-inspired lighting and clean subway tile add just the right modern touch to balance the space.
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Design: Emily Henderson Design; Photo: Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Sometimes the best approach to outfitting a space is the simplest. Case in point—this barebones mountain house stairway. Reclaimed wood from floor-to-ceiling serves up all kinds of rustic charm, while black hardware and simple styling modernize and finish off the space.
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Bespoke Only
The warmth and ambiance of a crackling fire is unrivaled, so it's not surprising that fireplaces are often at the center of rustic design. We love this dark and moody take on a rustic living room that keeps the grand fireplace at the center of attention. Layers of texture add another cozy element inviting you to dive right in.
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Dan Rak Design
Reclaimed wood walls are the hallmark of rustic décor, but in this space, the sleek, black windows give the room a decidedly modern edge. If the architectural style of your space is very modern, bring in a few rustic elements but keep the furniture and accessories simple to avoid overwhelming the room.
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Reena Sotropa
Take notes from this rustic dining area and install a wooden barn door in your living space for an instant rustic infusion—it doesn't have to be massive to make an impact.
This nook screams rustic with all the natural materials, but ultra-sleek lighting gives it a modern twist.
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Tyler Karu Design + Interiors
If you're blessed with rustic architectural features, take advantage of those assets. In this historic Maine home, original beams frame the dining nook and are offset by modern takes on traditional décor like black Windsor chairs, a light wood table, and glass candlesticks.
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Becca Interiors
The living space in this NY colonial has a traditionally rustic feel thanks to all the rich woods and classic architecture. By bringing in a Midcentury Eames chair and pairing with rustic décor, this designer has beautifully balanced the style of the space.
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Amy Bartlam
There's a lot to love in this airy bedroom. A rope pendant hangs casually over a chunky block of wood that acts as a nightstand with a touch of green on top, and both the fur rug and branch bench add texture, making the space feel extra cozy and layered.
Meanwhile, light walls and linens keep the space open and breathing.
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Bespoke Only
The surest way to channel cozy cabin vibes is by bringing the outdoors in. Earthy elements like stone, wood, natural fabrics, and even plants will imbue that rustic vibe. Keep furniture silhouettes clean and modern to strike a balance.
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Amy Bartlam
To give your rustic-leaning space a modern infusion, paint brick and wood accents white. This pass-through dining room was refreshed with a coat of paint and new furniture that takes a modern approach to classic styles like Windsor chairs and a raw wood table.
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Arbor & Co.
Give your bedroom an airy, modern-rustic feel by installing a natural wood accent wall. Thinner planks will give the space a less traditional look. Finish it off with breezy cotton bedding in white or oatmeal tones and keep the décor simple.
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Amy Bartlam
Paneled walls, antique wood tables, and Windsor chairs are all staples of rustic design, but this space still feels fresh and modern thanks to the restrained color palette featuring a pop of periwinkle, simple lighting, and greenery.
But the real star of this room is the view. Swoon.
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Ashley Montgomery Design
This rustic meets traditional dining nook is all about building texture—from concrete, wood, and beadboard to marble, velvet, and cotton, there are so many luxurious layers creating textural contrast. It all comes together to form one harmonious space.
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Amy Bartlam
In this Malibu home, reclaimed wood ceilings are left in their natural state while the walls are given a coat of fresh white paint. Blue accents pop against the wood and white color palette, making the space feel fresh, light, and rustic-beach chic.
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Cathie Hong Interiors
The oversize window in this hallway calls for an all-white interior. The large plank floors are sanded in a matte, light finish to give the space an airy feel. Matte black hardware anchors the space—and a single wood stool set against towering evergreens outside make it pop. This space is as simplistic (and dreamy) as it gets.
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Bespoke Only
Rugged antiques—particularly with worn wood or chipped paint finishes—help seal the deal when it comes to nailing the rustic-modern look. In this moody office, an aged desk, filing cabinet, and vintage décor set the rustic mood, but light wood floors contrasted with inky walls keep it feeling fresh and modern.
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Reena Sotropa
There's something about leather that is inherently rustic and modern at the same time, no effort required. Incorporate leather furniture or accent pieces into your space, and feel free to mix it up with new or aged leather in any color that pleases you, though we'd recommend sticking to shades of brown.
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Ashley Montgomery Design
If your space is leaning a little too rustic, one simple way to quickly modernize is by upgrading your lighting. Think sleek and contemporary to contrast more rustic elements—Midcentury-inspired fixtures work particularly well.
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Tyler Karu Design + Interiors
If a rustic cottage is what you're after, take cues from this Maine living room that mixes and matches patterns for an overall eclectic effect.
Combine graphic and traditional prints and anything in between—the more the merrier, really.
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Katie Hackworth
Even a vintage bathroom can be made to feel both modern and rustic—like in this historic Seattle home. Traditional elements including subway tile and a pedestal tub are kept fresh and modern with an all-white palette. A few rustic accents give the space warmth and depth.
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Ashley Montgomery Design
Lighten up any space that's leaning too rustic with a fresh coat of paint, like in this open and airy entryway. Set against a crisp white backdrop, the rustic décor feels charming and welcoming yet modern—the ideal blend.
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Rikki Snyder
Something we've noticed that all rustic cabins and quaint cottages have in common? Beautifully and carefully curated clutter. See this masterful country kitchen for inspo—note how the countertops, shelves, and pantry are overflowing with attractive kitchen utensils and storage vessels.
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Ashley Montgomery Design
Adding an organic touch will bring an immediate natural flair to your space, whether it's through artwork or live plants. This cozy cabin bedroom is exactly what you'd expect to find deep in the forest—wood paneling, stone floors, and vintage furniture bring all the rustic charm while crisp, white bedding and organic décor freshen it up.
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Rikki Snyder
When you really want to turn up the rustic vibes, opt to hang wallpaper in a pattern that feels most fitting to you. Vintage patterns, graphic plaids, and organic prints can all translate well in a rustic space, so consider your options carefully.
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Amy Bartlam
Give your kitchen a rustic makeover with a coat of cabinet paint. This all-green kitchen uses a glaze coat to give an antique feel and dark green subway tile for a foresty vibe that would be perfect in any rustic or modern hideaway.
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Arbor & Co.
Nothing's more naturally rustic than the outdoors. Create your own private outdoor retreat for an easy escape. Start with a place to sit, add some plants, and hang string lights for an instant oasis.
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This lakeside home in Stone Lake, Wisconsin, artfully blends rustic cabin style with fresher and contemporary design elements to create a practical open-plan living space that's perfect for accommodating friends and family. The two opposing design ideas have been effectively brought together here, in one of the world's best homes.
The owners of the special weekend home called on the design expertise of Bria Hammel Interiors , where Bria was delighted to take on the unusual project.
The clients wanted a rustic retreat, a place to relax and spend quality time with their family.
Bria soon established the key challenges ahead of her. 'This home needed to not only be beautiful but extremely functional. Our clients host their family and friends at this lake home often, so it needed to be durable enough for little ones, pets, and beyond,' she explains.
Equally important in Bria's moodboarding, however, was to 'make sure elements of sophistication and fresh accents were brought in to pair with its overall rustic feel'. And as Bria takes us on a tour of the cabin's key new looks you'll see how successfully those contemporary ideas have been balanced with the classic cabin style, without compromising its all important cozy vibes.
Dining room
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The client’s top must-have was a large open floor plan to accommodate their family and friends when they came to visit. So, ensuring that there was enough seating in common gathering spaces and bedrooms for guests to stay comfortably was a priority.
In Bria's new arrangment, the kitchen, dining space and living room are all open plan, as she explains: 'Because this space is so open, we had to be very mindful of various design selections to ensure one element didn’t outweigh or overpower the other – such as our lighting choices and the balance of the stone between the kitchen and living room.'
Dining room ideas of note include the dining table that neatly bridges the gap between rustic wood and dinner party sophistication, matched with Whitaker chairs from Bria's own interiors brand, Brooke & Lou. The Sundance table is from 1stop . The clean-lined chandelier above the table also marries the contemporary and cabin style elements to perfection.
Kitchen
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When you're catering for a crowd the kitchen needs to be a well-organized space. Kitchen ideas here include plenty of cabinets and drawers to keep things stashed and workspaces clear, but also plenty of wow factor good looks, too.
Key elements include the gorgeous quartz backsplash and a show-stopping stone hood above the range cooker.
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Bria describes the new-look kitchen as a 'grand space'. Her clients wanted a space where their family and friends could gather. 'Knowing that the kitchen typically is the most popular spot to congregate in a home, we made sure that this one was filled with all the bells and whistles and standout design details,' says Bria.
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We love the two quirky roof-height windows way up high above the kitchen cabinets, and also the more modern black-framed windows behind the butler's sink. The cabinets are painted in Bleeker Beige from Benjamin Moore .
Cozy cabin seating nook
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This cozy spot at one end of the dining space is typical of the thoughtful touches throughout the home. Besides providing handy storage under the bench, it's an extra space to sit or to to hang up a coat after a bracing morning walk.
We love the way it fully embraces the warm wood tones of classic cabin style, and what a place to showcase a treasured vintage chair and stool.
Living room with a view
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With their full height picture windows with views of the lake, the sofas here are the best seats in the house. This living area is in the open-plan space that runs through into the kitchen and dining room, and guests are naturally drawn to the amazing view, which looks good all year round.
Living room ideas for this open plan space include layers of natural textures and fabrics that work well with the wood paneled walls. The fireplace surround mirrors the natural stone used in the kitchen, but here it adds an unusual curved silhouette to the hearth. This curved fireplace is one of designer Bria's favorite design elements in the project. 'It is a subtle but stunning detail that added interest to the space and broke up linear lines,' she says.
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Mudroom entrance
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Bria couldn't resist incorporating a splash of her signature pale blue shade into the new-look space.
Here in the mudroom, the wood paneling is painted in Benjamin Moore's Timber Wolf . 'We love how this beautiful blue paint color adds a touch of coolness to the otherwise warm and cozy home. Plus we can’t forget to mention this brick flooring – we love the charm this adds to the space!' says Bria. We agree, and we applaud the expert use of another earthy texture - natural brick - to balance out the wood elsewhere.
Classic cabin bunkroom
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Believe it or not, this bunk room can sleep up to 12 guests! It was built over the garage, with a strategic distance from the rest of the accommodation – the client wanted a space for their kids to hang out with their friends and not have to worry about being too loud, Bria explains.
'The bunk beds are custom-made, each with their own individual outlets, making charging electronics easily accessible,' she adds. 'The dark carpet was also on the client’s wish list for this space, so we tied in this windowpane carpeting to give the room a bit more character while also hiding wear and tear.
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One of the bunkroom's alcoves includes this cosy seating area and TV lounge.
Bedrooms
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In the guest bedrooms, it was important to our clients that each room felt a little different while still staying true to the home’s overall warm and cozy cabin feel.
Anyone looking for bedroom ideas could take inspiration from these two cozy bedroom sanctuaries (above and below). 'We were intentional about the textiles we mixed into the bedrooms to make them soft and approachable for guests, creating spaces that people want to spend time in versus feeling heavy and dark,' explains Bria. 'We also opted for accent lighting, such as the mounted wall sconces, which allows for more space on the nightstands.'
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The unusual hessian-covered bed frame is the Harriet bed from Scout & Nimble .
Bathroom – cabin style
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Bathroom ideas in the primary bathroom are all about contrast, explains Bria.
'In this space, we stepped away from the subtle neutrals of the bedrooms and opted for a mix of light and dark by pairing black quartz countertops and bronze plumbing and lighting with a light vanity and pretty porcelain shower tiles.'
It works a treat, and is the perfect modern twist on cabin style – still using natural materials, but showcasing them in a fresher more clearcut way.
Outside updates
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The cabin exteriors also had a makeover, thanks to Bria's expert touch. 'Staying true to the original roots of the home, we kept the exterior wood and gave it a modern facelift with a combination of vertical and horizontal boards, unique stonework and arches framing the entryway,' she says.
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Karen is the houses editor for homesandgardens.com and homes editor for the brand’s sister titles, Period Living and Country Homes & Interiors, and an experienced writer on interiors and gardens.
She loves visiting historic houses for Period Living and writing about rural properties for Country Homes & Interiors, and working with photographers to capture all shapes and sizes of properties. Karen began her career as a sub editor at Hi-Fi News and Record Review magazine. Her move to women’s magazines came soon after, in the shape of Living magazine, which covered cookery, fashion, beauty, homes and gardening. From Living Karen moved to Ideal Home magazine, where as deputy chief sub, then chief sub, she started to really take an interest in properties, architecture, interior design and gardening.
Features and main features of a modern rustic style in the interior
Today ReRooms tells what a modern rustic style looks like in the interior and how to implement it in a city apartment.
Rustic style: features and traits
Rustic interior is a kind of collective direction, which interestingly combines elements of the past and the present. The style is based on ethnic characteristics and traditions of life of different peoples, therefore, in each country it has its own image with features of local color.
But still, any rustic-style interiors, regardless of regional focus, have common features:
- unpretentious rough finish made of natural materials - decorative plaster, wood, stone or their high-quality imitations;
- simple, solid and functional furniture made of wood without curls and curved lines - only the effect of antiquity in the form of scuffs and patina is welcomed;
- soft color range, which is dominated by light beige, milky, cream, sand, olive, pale yellow, blue shades;
- thematic decor: paintings with landscapes and animals, porcelain figurines and dishes, clay pots, ceramic vases, mirrors in wrought iron frames, candlesticks;
- natural textiles with handmade elements: embroidered tablecloths and napkins, homespun rugs, light and airy curtains, curtains with soft draperies, decorative pillows, patchwork bedspreads, furniture covers.
French Provence - romanticism and elegance
Provence style is the most gentle representative of rustic interiors.
It combines delicate shades, fabrics, aged furniture and faded floral prints that bring the mood of the warm provinces of the Côte d'Azur into urban apartments with a gray landscape outside the window.
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it will be better to reproduce the French rustic style. In a city apartment, you can do without it - for wall decoration it is enough to use paint or decorative wallpaper with a floral pattern or decorative limestone plaster, and finish the floor with a laminate with an aged wood pattern. These techniques will create a convincing effect of a country house.
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Cabinets, tables, chests of drawers and chairs with painted, carved and forged elements will perfectly fit Provencal interior furniture. But this does not mean that the entire set has to look like from a flea market: just a few items (a round dining table, sideboard or bedside table) will allow you to get a complete rustic look, but without busting.
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French Provence is a style for those who love to decorate their home. The main interior arsenal that allows you to envelop the room with magical comfort lies in the characteristic textiles and decor. Replace heavy curtains with linen curtains, throw a few Provencal print throw pillows on the sofa, fill the room with lavender or mint hues, add porcelain figurines of birds, graceful vases of wild flowers - and you will get an authentic French interior.
Swiss chalet - massive furnishings and minimal details
The rustic interior design in the Swiss version is based on reproducing in a modern dwelling the atmosphere of a log cabin of shepherds from an alpine village. It perfectly combines modern technology and raw wood, stone and metal. The main thing that the chalet does not tolerate is bright colors and an abundance of decor.
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Swiss chalet-style interiors are decorated in noble shades of light wood.
They are seasoned with deep burgundy, chocolate and dark green tones that echo the colors of alpine meadows, soft light and furs - they create the comfort of mountain houses in the room.
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The chalet does not focus on trifles - it is practical and concise. Walls and floors lined with raw wood, protruding beams on the ceiling, solid furniture without carvings and decorations - everything here gives off a certain rudeness, but not at the expense of comfort. The decorative scenario in the interiors of the chalet is also very simple: hunting trophies, rustic embroidery, mountain herbs in clay vases, forged items and family photos in wooden frames are enough to expressively reproduce a colorful interior that will bring peace and tranquility to you all year round.
English country - aristocracy and nobility
This direction is the most respectable in rustic interiors. It echoes the elegance, aristocracy and sophistication inherent in traditional classics, but at the same time strives for comfort and unity with nature.
Interiors in the style of English country, as a rule, are buried in colors - shades of pink, yellow, green and gray prevail here. Moreover, the colors can be both bright and muted - English country is happy to accept any palette, especially floral.
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English rustic interiors focus on comfort and convenience. It is important here that the whole situation be democratic and mild. There are no strict rules in furniture arrangement - wooden tables, glazed cabinets, chests of drawers and cabinets can be light and dark, varnished and painted. And the entire furniture set is arranged very simply - as if there were no interior scheme.
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English country decor and accessories remind of family values. In city apartments, family photos, children's crafts, porcelain dishes and openwork textiles can play a decorative role. In a country house, a rustic interior in English will help to create plank floors, a fireplace in the living room, wicker baskets, plant compositions from dried herbs and flowers.
Russian village — fabulous entourage and minimalism
Russian rustic style in the interior — a relatively recent, but already very popular trend in the world of design, formed under the influence of Russian national traditions. In Russian country interiors there is not even a hint of pretentiousness - here, in every element, simplicity and primitivism can be traced, as in a traditional village hut.
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The main feature of the Russian village trend in modern interiors is the finish of artificially aged wood or sloppy brickwork, which goes well with whitewashed or plastered areas. Rustic surroundings are brought into the interior with the help of massive furniture with carved elements, as well as with the help of bright and natural textiles with ornaments and embroidery, folk toys and amulets (matryoshka dolls, rag dolls, ceramic whistles).
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Saturating the interior with details in the Russian rustic style, you definitely won't overdo it.
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