The Most Beautiful Modern Rustic Decor Ideas You'll Love in 2023

Allow us to introduce you to rustic decor. Taking bits and pieces of both old-school and modern styles but with a strong emphasis on the imperfect beauty of the natural world, rustic design is at once sophisticated, unpretentious, and deeply connected with the natural environment. Rustic decor is all about a no-fuss aesthetic that showcases the beauty of subdued hues, natural materials (think wood beams or touches of stone and clay), and comfortable furnishings.

This versatile design style works in just about any interior, from the bathroom to a living room. And while exposed beams are certainly a good start, it's also worth considering original framing, flooring, and bricks.

Looking for elegant ways to incorporate a rustic vibe into your space? Watch the beautiful rustic decor ideas below.

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Start in the Entry

The entryway to your home is the first and last impression that people get when they visit. A well decorated entryway sets the tone for your entire home. Rustic entryways are homey and welcoming to your guests, which is why it’s a popular choice among decor options. Start setting the tone in the entryway by bringing high ceilings and open floor plans down to a human scale with proportional artwork and lighting, plus plenty of soft materials and a warm accent color.

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Carve Out Cozy Spots

How do you make a cabin feel both intimate and spacious, rustic and upscale? Take advantage of cozy landing space and corners by turning them into intimate bonus rooms.

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Stick to Neutrals

Neutral palette is a subtle way to add dimension, texture and major wow factor, without adding any color at all. If you've got a lot of wood textures going on (like a wood ceiling/beams), add an unexpected and contemporary touch with a fresh coat of paint. The mix of neutrals brings in plenty of richness and complement the interior beautifully.

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Go Wild With Wood Paneling

This is an elegant way to incorporate a rustic vibe into your space. In this space, a calming palette complements wood accents, making it the perfect place for guests to relax.

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Embrace the Natural Details

If you are lucky enough to have exposed brick in your bathroom, embrace it. This cozy bathroom from Instagram mylittlekatecod proves that exposed brick works in literally any room in the house. If you don't have brick, consider adding a brick wallpaper to give your space a little more grit and texture.

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Incorporate Modern Art

The exposed beams and weathered hardwood floor set the rustic scene while the fresh coat of white paint, abstract wall art, and modern but retro-inspired floor candelabras create a unique, contemporary dining room. Also pay careful attention to details, like swapping out hardware and covering the radiator.

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Lighten Up

Add great lighting pieces to your cosy living room, the yellow lamp choices are the most suitable for rustic living rooms, they add charm to the ambience and reinforce the unique features of this interior design style. Try out our bespoke lighting collection: fixtures, chandeliers, floor lamps and suit these unique lighting designs to illuminate your rustic decor.

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Stick to the Essentials

With clean and organic architectural curves and just the bare essentials (aside from a few nature-inspired accents), this bathroom makes a strong case for keeping things simple.

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Mixed Materials

Another way to add personality to a rustic interior is to play around with materials. Contemporary and rustic: Two of our favorite decor styles combined, and we aren't mad about it. This touch of Glamor is elegant, but still relaxed and approachable.

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