Rustic Living Room Makeover for $500
Give your living room a woodsy update that won't break the bank.
Design: Studio Frank
Do you love cozying up on the sofa with a mug of hot tea after a long hike? Or, maybe you prefer to bring the comfort of Mother Nature into your home. Embrace the beauty of nature's warm tones and raw woods by giving your living room a rustic transformation. From supple leather furniture to weathered accents, we guide you through the essentials for a homey, rustic living room.
Design: Birch Lane
Soft Faux Leather Chair—$200
Create a cozy seat to curl up on with a faux leather accent chair. We love a distressed leather seat with wooden legs for a cabin-inspired feel. Not your style? Modernize it by choosing a metal framed chair. Leather just gets better with age; we love a rich brown that gets more charming with wear and tear. A faux version gives you the look without the sticker shock.
Warm Textiles—$75
Transform your sofa by introducing a hint of natural colour—brown, tan, sienna, moss green, or red—with warm toned throw pillows. If your sofa doesn’t fit the rustic vibe, drape a hand-stitched quilt over the back of it for a subtle disguise. Look for Southwestern motifs (They're hot right now!) or woodsy cabin-inspired patterns on pillows. This will save your wallet in the long run, as smaller textiles can easily be swapped out as your taste changes.
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Design: Studio Frank
Distressed Wood Coffee Table—$175
Cement your rustic style update with a coffee table that's a little rough around the edges. We love a table with chiseled wooden legs and simple lines for an organic feel. Or, refurbish an old vintage trunk as your new rustic tabletop. Placed in the centre of the room and surrounded by its fellow updates, this focal point will transform your space into a rustic cabin.
Weather-Worn Accents—$50
Finish the lived-in feel with charming accents. From distressed woods to chipped paint, weathered materials add character and visual interest to the room. Sprinkle in pieces that feel passed down for an aged feel, or pick trendier decor in distressed finishes for a more modern look.
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Design: Jennifer Grey Interiors
Design: Nathan Taylor
