A Living Room Makeover: Modern Rustic

Your living room is, without question, one of the most frequently used spaces in the home. It’s where your family comes together at the end of the day and holds key memories for many of us. When a room is used so often, it can be challenging to blend function and style.

Where Do I Start?

The Modern Rustic trend is on the rise, and with our Interior Stylist Adam, we’re here to break it down for you. At first, it can be a little daunting figuring out how to nail the brief, so let’s strip it back to basics and start from the ground up—with the rug.

A rug can really set the tone for the room and serve as one of the building blocks for your décor. To capture this aesthetic, Adam has used the Matteo Rug.

Once you’ve laid your foundations, it’s time to build up from there. Start with your larger items, such as the Brighton 3-Seater Sofa, and continue to make your way around the room, filling in the gaps with pieces like the Monaco Lamp Table and the Monti Coffee Table—items your space needs without overcrowding.

How to balance Rustic & Modern

The key to finding balance within Modern Rustic is drawing inspiration from our country’s landscape through tone and texture and mixing these elements with clean lines and black finishes found in modern furniture. Rustic tones can be highlighted through leather goods, distressed timber, or subtle details like terracotta linen pillows, throws, or lamp shades, which are great ways to tie the look together.

This style of décor doesn’t require you to skimp on storage or turn your living space into something stiff and uncomfortable. It’s warm, cozy, and meant to be lived in. There’s always room for personal touches—a family heirloom, photos, or a vase waiting to be styled with fresh flowers from the garden.