45 Modern Rustic Living Room Ideas We Want to Copy (2024)

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Mix Vintage and Modern Pieces Channel the Swiss Alps Add Decorative Wood Details Mix in Antiques Use Dark Wood Finishes Focus on a Light Palette Whitewash the Walls Pair Rustic Finishes with Plush Furnishings Layer Wood Elements Highlight the View Lighten the Mood Add Leather Use Natural Materials Add Organic Shapes Accent with Faux Fur Mix Old and New Make a Statement Make It Eclectic Mix It Up Mix Dark Wood and Stone Paint It White Go Vertical Lighten Up the Wood Paneling Mix Dark and Light Add a Farmhouse Feel Add Decorative Wood Beams Add a Stone Feature Wall Make It Lodge Style Add Barn Doors Mix Dark Wood With Pale Upholstery Add Texture Use Reclaimed Wood Mix Old and New Use a Black and White Palette Refresh a Spanish Revival Highlight the Architecture Modernize the Farmhouse Add a Rustic Focal Point Add Scandi Style Preserve Original Details Texture the Walls Mix Painted and Natural Wood Mix Metal and Wood Accent With Earth Tones Soften a Contemporary Space FAQs

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Kristin Hohenadel

Kristin Hohenadel has written on design for publications including the New York Times, Interior Design, Slate, Fast Company, and the international editions of Elle Decor.

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Updated on 05/23/23

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Modern rustic living rooms are warm, homey, nostalgic, and comforting. From authentic Western living rooms with massive stone fireplaces, exposed wood ceiling beams, and contemporary furnishings to modern white-walled spaces warmed up with rustic accents in natural materials like leather and reclaimed wood, check out these rustic modern living rooms from around the country that will inspire you to add some cozy touches to your modern space.

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    Mix Vintage and Modern Pieces

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    This renovated 1920s cabin from Leanne Ford Interiors mixes rustic bones like a massive stone fireplace with a mix of dark hardwood flooring and whitewashed exposed ceiling beams and wood paneled walls to create a timeless feel. A mix of vintage and modern furniture with a touch of modern glam, like the mirrored coffee table and floor lamp, make it feel updated, and soft textiles like the Moroccan rug and sheepskin-draped armchair make it cozy.

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    Channel the Swiss Alps

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    This living room at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort from WRJ Interior Design is a polished take on a classic Swiss chalet. A mix of wood tones and comfortable modern furniture in neutral tones with accents of blue in the open plan living space creates a luxurious space for gathering with friends and family. A chic Danish-inspired metal fireplace hood and a built-in home bar makes it perfect for entertaining.

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    Add Decorative Wood Details

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    Urbanology Designs gave this modern living room a rustic touch with decorative ceiling beams and trim around the openings that adds contrast to the clean white walls and furniture and creates rhythm throughout the open plan space. A pair of antlers on the the wall reinforces the mood.

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    Mix in Antiques

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    This Vail, Colorado, living room from Courtney St. John Studiomixes rustic elements and antiques for a timeless feel, with a pale neutral palette that keeps the space feeling light and airy.

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    Use Dark Wood Finishes

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    Clean white walls and dark stained wood ceiling beams and a matching chandelier that echo the hardwood flooring gives this living room from Amanda Barnes Interiors a decidedly warm and welcoming feel.

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    Focus on a Light Palette

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    This mountain home from Emily Henderson Design has a light palette from the blonde wood tones to the white walls and pale stone fireplace, with a mix of modern furniture in organic shapes and neutral tones. The high ceilings and abundance of natural light makes the space airy and light.

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    Whitewash the Walls

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    Leanne Ford Interiors renovated an old hunting cabin in the canyons of Los Angeles for modern living by whitewashing the walls to lighten things up and adding comfy modern furniture without losing the original charm.

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    Pair Rustic Finishes with Plush Furnishings

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    JLF Architects mixed reclaimed wood and stacked stone to renovate this living room outside of Jackson, Wyoming that overlooks a golf course. Overstuffed seating and a glass coffee table gives the space a more contemporary look, while large windows and vaulted ceilings keep the space from feeling dark.

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    Layer Wood Elements

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    Urbanology Designs installed a mixed wood media wall in this spacious living room that complements the golden wood beams and flooring that give the bright, white-walled space a mountain home aesthetic.

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    Highlight the View

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    This Jackson, Wyoming house perched on a butte from JLF Architects and WRJ Design mixes urban and Western influences. The living room features timeless materials like timber, stone and Corten steel and neutral-toned furniture creates a comfortable spot to contemplate the Snake River and Teton Mountain
    views.

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    Lighten the Mood

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    This dark and cozy living room from Leanne Ford Interiors lets the massive stone fireplace and dark wood beams remain the focus and set the tone. A modern pendant light, slouchy seating, a light wood coffee table, and layered textiles make it feel fresh and comfortable.

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    Add Leather

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    Urbanology Designs gave this light and airy living room a modern rustic element by layering in a cow hide rug, a dark wood coffee table, and cognac leather poufs that warm things up.

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    Use Natural Materials

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    Leanne Ford Interiors added a sheepskin throw on the chair and a pair of pale wood stump tables to give this black-and-white living room more personality.

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    Add Organic Shapes

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    Exposed golden wood ceiling beams add a rustic coziness to this mountain living room from Emily Henderson Design while white walls and modern decor keep the space feeling fresh and current.

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    Accent with Faux Fur

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    This living room from AHG Interiors has an après-ski feel with its stone fireplace, oversized sectional, and cozy accessories like plush faux rabbit fur throw pillows and plush gray poufs.

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    Mix Old and New

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    Becca Interiors paired fresh white shiplap walls with a weathered brick and vintage wood fireplace mantel to give this summer house living room a coastal meets rustic feel.

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    Make a Statement

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    A massive hair-on-hide ottoman is the centerpiece of this Red Lodge, Montanaliving room in the shadow of Beartooth Mountain from Kibler & Kirchthat mixes rustic and more contemporary pieces in perfect harmony.

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    Make It Eclectic

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    Dark wood ceiling beams set the tone in this living room from Leanne Ford Interiors, while white walls and a mix of bold patterned tile and an eclectic mix of furnishings make the space feel timeless and modern.

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    Mix It Up

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    Original features like dark wood beams and vintage tile add character to this living room designed by Michael Keck for Emily Henderson Design while bright white paint, light wood flooring, and modern furnishings make it feel updated and current.

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    Mix Dark Wood and Stone

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    Jessica Nelson Design used dark wood finishes and textured stone on the fireplace to give this modern living room a warm feel.

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    Paint It White

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    To update this living room, Leanne Ford Interiors painted the brick walls and wood paneled ceilings in a fresh coat of white that contrasts with the dark wood flooring, wood-burning stove, industrial coffee table, and overstuffed leather club chairs.

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    Go Vertical

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    Leclair Decor gave this modern living room a touch of rusticity with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The leaning ladder with plenty of blankets makes this room instantly welcoming.

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    Lighten Up the Wood Paneling

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    This Swedish country house from Fantastic Frank is a chic mix of polished concrete flooring, comfortable oversized seating, and golden wood paneling on the walls and ceilings that makes it feel warm and cozy but still luminous and light.

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    Mix Dark and Light

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    Becca Interiors mixed dark and light tones in this living room that complement the space with its wrap-around windows, stone fireplace, and hardwood flooring.

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    Add a Farmhouse Feel

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    This updated farmhouse living room from Leanne Ford Interiors has a light and airy feel with a painted out fireplace and walls, warm honey-toned wood flooring, and a mix of vintage and modern furniture and decor.

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    Add Decorative Wood Beams

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    Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions added decorative dark wood beams to give this modern living room a touch of warmth.

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    Add a Stone Feature Wall

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    Bartone Interiors added a rustic note to this modern living room with a dramatic stone accent wall while keeping the rest of the room simple and neat.

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    Make It Lodge Style

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    Leanne Ford Interiors created a modern lodge style that mixes wood, concrete, and slate, with a concrete skim coat to add texture to the walls and natural elements like the wood mantel, left bare for a natural look with a chic minimalist feel.

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    Add Barn Doors

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    Living With Lolo added a pair of barn doors that reinforces the feel of this open plan living room with its dark wood finishes. With the exposed wood beams and leather accents, this place is the perfect mix of rustic and contemporary.

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    Mix Dark Wood With Pale Upholstery

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    Curated Nest Interiors mixed dark wood beams with pale toned upholstery in this living room to give it a cozy feel.

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    Add Texture

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    Living With Lolo gave a white-walled living room a touch of texture by styling a natural wood bookcase with woven baskets and preserved flowers.

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    Use Reclaimed Wood

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    WRJ Interior Design used reclaimed wood throughout this house just outside of Jackson, Wyoming, pairing naturally fumed oak flooring with a sectional sofa, teak club chairs, and a hand-knotted spun wool area rug from Afghanistan in the living room to create a welcoming feel.

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    Mix Old and New

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    Ashley Montgomery Design mixed modern and antique furnishings in neutral tones in this living room that complement the massive gray stone fireplace and honey-toned ceiling beams to create a timeless space.

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    Use a Black and White Palette

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    This living room from Fantastic Frank has stone walls, floors, and archways. White walls and contemporary furnishings in a strict palette of black and white add contrast and make it feel updated and fresh.

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    Refresh a Spanish Revival

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    This renovated Spanish Modern Revival home in Palm Springs from Jenn Pablo Studio has terracotta tile flooring, dark wood ceiling beams, a patterned tile detail on the fireplace, painted white shiplap walls, and comfortable modern furnishings in neutral tones that give the space an easy-going mood.

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    Highlight the Architecture

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    Marie Flanigan Interiors let the architecture of this room shine, adding a contemporary fireplace and a mix of modern and vintage furnishings that complement the mixed wood tones of the room.

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    Modernize the Farmhouse

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    This historic Westchester, New York farmhouse from interior designer Kara Mann has wrap-around windows in the living room flanked by patterned curtains that can be drawn at night for a cozier feel. The mix of dark wood beams and modern furnishings is the perfect meeting of styles.

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    Add a Rustic Focal Point

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    This living room from Marie Flanigan Interiors is more modern than rustic, with a stone wall that steals the show and adds contrast to pale neutral furnishings and decor.

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    Add Scandi Style

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    A modern fireplace and a leather coffee table pouf complements the painted walls and floors of this Scandinavian living room from Fantastic Frank for a rustic meets Scandi style.

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    Preserve Original Details

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    Home Consultant let the original exposed brick wall remain the focal point of this Los Angeles living room, complementing the hardwood flooring with a mix of furniture in leather and woven materials.

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    Texture the Walls

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    Leanne Ford Interiors added a coffee wash to the walls of this California cottage living room that gives the space a lived in feel, while on-trend furniture makes it feel fresh.

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    Mix Painted and Natural Wood

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    Becca Interiors mixed painted shiplap walls, ceilings, and beams, with earth tone upholstery and natural wood and woven decor pieces to create a soothing feel in this East Coast living room.

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    Mix Metal and Wood

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    Kate Marker Interiors mixed pale wood and metal accents to give this modern farmhouse living room a slightly rustic feel.

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    Accent With Earth Tones

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    Earth tone color accents and a wood coffee table give this modern living room from Desiree Burns Interiors an organic feel.

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    Soften a Contemporary Space

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    Kendall Wilkinson Design juxtaposed a contemporary fireplace and seating with a live edge coffee table and a patchwork cowhide rug to create a sophisticated yet cozy feel in this Northern California living room.

FAQ

  • How can I make my living room look rustic?

    Easy ways to make your living room look more rustic include adding natural or reclaimed wood accents in the form of barn doors, live edge tables, or accent walls. You can highlight existing wood beams or add decorative beams on a living room ceiling to add a rustic touch.

    Mixing in vintage and industrial pieces such as antique trunks, tables and storage pieces with a well worn patina, or old tools as wall decor can add a rustic touch to a modern living room.

    Adding nature-inspired pieces like chandeliers made of real or faux antlers, cowhide rugs, and sheepskin chair covers and candle-powered sconces add a rustic feel.

  • What is modern rustic style?

    Modern rustic rooms combine modern elements with natural materials, finishes, furniture, and decor such as wood, leather, metal, or real or faux fur such as cowhide rugs and sheepskin chair covers.

    Modern rustic style rooms blend well with other styles, such as coastal or modern farmhouse, to create a homey and sometimes nostalgic take on the country-inspired styles of times past.

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45 Modern Rustic Living Room Ideas We Want to Copy (2024)

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How do you combine modern and rustic? ›

The key is to mix one modern piece with a rustic accent piece. For example, choose a modern style sofa, and use a rustic reclaimed piece of furniture as an accent piece. Vintage finds or family heirlooms with their patina add coziness and nostalgic comfort to the clean modern lines of contemporary furnishings.

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How to make a living room look rustic? ›

Easy ways to make your living room look more rustic include adding natural or reclaimed wood accents in the form of barn doors, live edge tables, or accent walls. You can highlight existing wood beams or add decorative beams on a living room ceiling to add a rustic touch.

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Is modern rustic still in style? ›

As we have explored in this piece, modern rustic decor is very much here to stay for 2024 interior design trends, and using rustic furniture is a great way to achieve the look. There is so much fun to be had in decorating with antiques and decorating with vintage furniture in the home.

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What is rustic modern style? ›

An emphasis on natural elements. Wood with a raw, unfinished aesthetic is heavily featured within this style. An organic foundational form augmented with sleek, geometric shapes for a more modern look. Earthy, neutral color palette - warm browns, creams, and shades of green form the base.

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What are the colors for modern rustic? ›

Deep, warm red colors are the cornerstone of many rustic color palettes because of their versatility with warm and cool colors. Sherwin-Williams Rockwood Red has a strong presence and can stand up to the boldest architectural details and natural elements. This rich tone pairs well with concrete gray, copper, and gold.

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What is the combination of rustic and modern? ›

Natural Materials: Rustic modern design embraces the use of natural materials such as wood, stone, metals and cane. These materials add warmth and texture to the space, creating a connection to the outdoors. Simple Lines: Contemporary design influences the clean lines and minimalist approach in rustic modern interiors.

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What colors make a rustic look? ›

Natural greens, browns and blues feel extra classic next to clean whites, putting a modern spin on a traditional palette. Make it extra cozy by working in wooden accents and soft textures with a rustic color palette.

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What makes a living room look cluttered? ›

If you do not want your living room to look cluttered, you must pay attention to the surfaces and countertops around the room. Side tables, coffee tables, and window sills can easily become cluttered with cards, newspapers, magazines, and even dirt and dust.

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How to make a farmhouse style living room? ›

Often featuring central fireplaces, decorative ceiling beams, shiplap walls, barn doors, vintage-style lighting, and neutral palettes, these homey spaces prioritize natural materials like wood, metal, and stone. You can make farmhouse style work in a more modern, minimalist home or a traditional or period home.

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What is replacing a farmhouse in 2024? ›

Dallas-based interior designer Laura Botelho of Laura Botelho Interiors agrees and believes the traditional farmhouse kitchen style is now being replaced with a more European cottage look. “This style feels more timeless and mixes old and new in a way that feels organic.

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What are the modern farmhouse colors for 2024? ›

Specific hues that designers predict will be popular for the farmhouse aesthetic in 2024 include:
  • Earth tones like beige, cream, brown, and tan are paired with wood elements.
  • Powdery pastels like pale blue, pink, yellow, and sage green.
  • Striking black and white combos.
  • Nautical or woodsy navy blue tones.
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What is replacing modern farmhouse style? ›

Rustic Vogue

Exposed beams, antique wood flooring, stone fireplaces, and paneled walls are some of Rustic Vogue's standout characteristics. Typically, rustic home decor furniture is constructed from wicker, rattan, or untreated wood. The light fixtures in this style are made of brass and similar materials.

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How to create a rustic living room? ›

Combining raw wooden furniture with earthy textures like cotton and wool can bring warmth and cosiness to your living area. Embrace the charm of weathered wood and distressed finishes to add character to your furniture. You can also incorporate soft furnishings to add texture.

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Is modern rustic the same as farmhouse? ›

Rustic and farmhouse styles are similar, but where rustic is rougher and leans toward neutral hues, farmhouse favors whitewashing and more refined natural elements. Some homeowners are interested in contemporary design, including clean lines, minimalist décor, and spartan sensibilities.

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How do you blend modern and vintage? ›

There is a rule to help to activate a flawless balance between modern and vintage items that says to use 20% of vintage to 80% of modern items. This rule can help you to find the perfect interior. Even though we are calling it a rule, no one knows your home better than you – so feel free to decorate in your way.

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Can you mix modern and farmhouse? ›

Modern Farmhouse

This style is the perfect balance of flat clean lines of contemporary design with the cozy aesthetic to create a uniquely fresh take on the country living inspired style.

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How do you blend traditional and modern? ›

Mixing traditional and modern design styles is easier when starting with a neutral color palette. Shades of white, gray and beige create a blank canvas for traditional and modern design furniture and decor. You'll also have more freedom to mix and match different textures and materials to create a harmonious look.

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What is a rustic modern farmhouse? ›

Some homeowners have combined rustic and modern into one aesthetic – rustic modern farmhouse – which blends luxury antiques with tactile raw materials to create a stunning contrast.

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