Modern Rustic Bedrooms

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In the middle of a shaky economy, the modern rustic style seems to be picking up speed. Natural materials, simple forms, and a back-to-basics aesthetic provide a welcome sense of timelessness. For this post, we've taken the word "rustic" quite literally, looking at bedrooms that have a direct connection with the outdoors...

These bedrooms are drawn from a range of indoor/outdoor spaces: a canvas tent, a sleeping porch, a window-lined country home, and a barn conversion in England. The thread that ties them together is an emphasis on sunlight, a variety of natural textures, and views to the landscape. To get a similar look at home, stick with basic cotton bedding and minimal window treatments, such as sheer curtains or a Roman shade. A neutral palette makes a good backdrop for this style; bring in color with blankets and textiles.

• 1 Novo Casa Trancoso by Sixx Design
• 2 The Cottage Company in Harbor Springs, Michigan
• 3 Bedroom from Toast
• 4 Attic Bedroom from Living Etc.
• 5 The Olde Bell Inn

Comments (5)

Where can I get a chandelier like the one in the cosy attic bedroom shot? It's exactly what I've been looking for?

posted by farkasmouse on March 17th 2009 at 7:48pm
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Yes! More modern rustic, please!

posted by Sunshinedaydream on March 18th 2009 at 8:37am
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With the eception of the last one (which I adore), I'm not seeing the "modern" in these bedrooms at all.

posted by djs on March 18th 2009 at 9:01am
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i assume the 'modern' comes from the clean lines and neutral color palattes...plain 'rustic' would probably be more colorful and sentimental - i'm thinking quilts. anyone?

posted by coloraddict on March 18th 2009 at 9:12am
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Well I only really see "clean lines and neutral color palattes" in the last picture, although I'll cede the second-to-last one as well (the rug and light fixture certainly count as modern). the first three pics just look very frilly and country to me.

posted by djs on March 18th 2009 at 9:16am
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