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Is your style a little bit country, a little bit chic? We get it. To us, modern-rustic is the most lovable of odd couples, pairing tradition with novelty for an irreverent take on classic design. It's why our favorite rooms are more than just beautiful; they're a smart, fun, and sometimes tongue-in-cheek representation of exactly that sensibility. Here, we've rounded up our favorite modern rustic ideas and inspirations for kitchens, living rooms, bathrooms, and more, all featuring a spin on the farmhouse design you've already come to know and love. And to sweeten the deal, we've even included a few shoppable finds so you can get the look almost as soon as you fall in love with it.
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Modern Rustic Laundry Room
Designed by Emily Henderson / Photo by Sara Tramp
These rolling baskets are more than just visually striking; they can also be divvied up among your family members for easy sorting. Alternatively, designer Emily Henderson (the mastermind behind this laundry haven) suggests using one for dirty laundry and another for clean.
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Modern Rustic Kitchen Decor
Courtesy of deVOL
A large farmhouse table, butcher block countertops, and vintage-inspired kitchen canisters all point to rustic, and yet this bright, sunny kitchen by deVOL Kitchens comes across as distinctly modern thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, subway tile, and trendy black paint.
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Modern Rustic Outdoor Entertaining
Designed by Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Tramp
In our opinion, this bar cart toes the line between "trendy" and "traditional" flawlessly with an unfinished look that feels wholly rustic. Add barware and a few antique touches, as Emily Henderson Design did with those copper lanterns, and you've got yourself the ultimate entertaining space.
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Modern Den With Rustic Details
John Gruen
The jaw-dropping detail in this Massachusetts cabin den? A striking stone fireplace. The rest of the space is kept simple and sleek, with slipcovered CB2 sofas, a handblown glass vase, and a tray resting on a wooden pouf from Roost, so as not to overdo the rustic appeal.
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Modern Rustic Bathroom Decor
Courtesy of Touchstone
Rustic meets modern in this bathroom by the Junk Gypsies starring a tub encased in reclaimed wood set against a subway tile backsplash.
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Rustic Kitchen With Modern Touches
Courtesy of deVOL
Marble and gold accents are the surprisingly modern features in this otherwise rustic kitchen by deVOL Kitchens. A great big wooden table and bench, an antique hutch, and even decorative plates on the walls (just like Grandma used to do!) give the space a fresh farmhouse feel.
You can't get much more country than reclaimed wide-plank floors. But for all its historic charm, this Connecticut farmhouse boasts plenty of modern details and conveniences, including sleek countertops and clean paint colors.
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Modern-Rustic Sitting Room
Matthew Williams
A freestanding fireplace bookended by stacks of logs is the rustic focal point of this sitting room. The furnishings are kept minimal for a modern yet comfy look.
By Workstead, Photography by Matthew Williams, from New Romance, Copyright Gestalten 2017
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Modern Bedroom With Rustic Accents
Love Grows Wild
Perhaps the most foolproof way to instantly modernize a space is with a fresh, white color palette. Shiplap walls and a single wooden beam (would you believe it's faux?!) keep this bedroom by Love Grows Wild down to earth.