This blog post is all about modern cottage bedroom decor tips.
The modern cottage style is inspired by traditional English and French country cottages. It blends the coziness and charm of traditional cottages with more contemporary elements. It has become an incredibly popular style because of its lived-in and authentic, yet stylish feel. This interior design style is for everyone, whether you live in a countryside cottage or in the middle of the city. If you want to incorporate the modern cottage style in your bedroom, I’m here to give you all the best tips!
The Best Modern Cottage Bedroom Tips
1. Mix Soft and Sharp Lines
The modern cottage style is all about balance! It’s about mixing old and new, clean lines and rustic touches. In the bedroom, try to balance soft, curved lines and sharp, straight lines. Arched windows, headboards, or doorways can add some beautiful softness to the space.
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2. Go for a Muted Color Palette
A muted color palette is what I would recommend if you’re going for this style. Think earthy tones, dusty blues, greens, and lavenders. Cream and white colors are always safe to go for. Use darker colors for interesting contrasts. Black window trim instead of white could look amazing in a modern cottage bedroom.
3. Luxury Metals and Stone
One thing that separates the modern cottage style from traditional country cottages is the added touches of luxury. Natural stones, brass, and silver accents add elegance to a space. Try adding at least one “luxury” stone or metal to your bedroom, whether that be a stunning brass mirror, marble nightstand, or a soapstone coffee table in the corner of your room. If luxury stone isn’t in your budget, go for faux options! A lot of them still look incredible.
4. Large Windows
Traditional country cottages have smaller windows. One way to make the cottage style feel more elevated and modern is to add in large windows. This also allows for all that natural light to illuminate the room during the daytime.
5. Built-in Window Seats
This interior design style is all about coziness. Built-in seats in nooks and corners are a great way to add some cozy vibes to your bedroom. Built-in window seats are a sure winner. Add some pillows for extra comfort.
6. Shiplap or Beadboard Walls
Instead of plain walls, go for shiplap or beadboard paneling. It’s a classic choice that looks incredible in the bedroom.
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7. Brick or Stone Elements
Add some interest to the bedroom by incorporating natural stone or brick. If you have the space and the opportunity to add a fireplace, that would look incredible in a modern cottage bedroom!
8. Vintage Hooks
It’s aaaall in the details. Be intentional when purchasing smaller items like hooks. A set of ornate, vintage hooks can add a lot to the overall style you’re going for!
9. Quality Quilts and Linens
When it comes to bedding, go for quality quilts and linens made out of natural materials. Add interest by mixing and matching colors and prints! Floral, gingham, and checkered patterns are all really great options.
10. Hardwood floors
Hardwood floors fit right into the modern cottage style, and they can also be brought into the bedroom. Add a rug under the bed for added comfort!
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11. Classic or Cottage-Style Lamps
For lighting in the bedroom, you need some sort of reading light by the bed and some sort of overhead light to light up the entire room. Go for classic silhouettes and neutral colors. Materials like glass, brass, black metal, and porcelain are wonderful options.
12. Rugs from Natural Fibres
Add a beautiful rug made out of natural fibers like hemp or wool for a nice design element and added comfort!
13. Vintage or Botanical Art
Art in the bedroom can make a big impact, and the artwork in the modern cottage style should be vintage or botanical. Older-looking oil paintings of landscapes or portraits look incredible. Add some ornate frames for extra interest!
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14. A Fireplace
If you have the space and the possibility of adding a fireplace, it would look incredibly cozy in a modern cottage bedroom. Even a fake fireplace could be a nice touch if getting a real one isn’t an option.
15. Comfortable Furniture
This style is aaall about comfort and coziness! So comfortable furniture is a must. First of all – the bed needs to be incredibly comfortable. You could also add a couple of cozy lounge chairs for relaxation or reading a good book.
16. Vintage Dresser
A vintage dresser like this one is a great way to make the room feel like a modern cottage. Warm, matte wood tones are the way to go!
17. Cottage-Style Patterns
Add some interest and personality to the space by incorporating patterns on throw pillows, bedding, or curtains. Cottage-style patterns include florals, gingham, stripes, and checkered. Feel free to mix and match any of these patterns as well.
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18. Fresh or Dried Flowers and Greenery
Fresh or dried flowers in vases are a must, especially during spring and summer. They add a freshness to the room – something that is desirable in the bedroom. We all want our bedrooms to feel fresh and clean. You could place flowers or a plant on a vintage dresser or on a nightstand.
19. Wooden Ceiling Beams
Wooden ceiling beams look dreamy in a bedroom and if you are designing a new build, I would definitely consider exposed beams. A wooden panel ceiling also looks incredible and adds a lot of warmth compared to a normal white ceiling.
20. Layered Window Treatments
For the windows, I’d go for layered window treatments. For example, you could do flowy linen curtains + blinds or Roman shades + blinds. This way you both get the aesthetic curtains you want and the functionality of the blinds.
21. Coffee Table Books
A decor element you could add to a nightstand or dresser is a stack of coffee table books or vintage books!
23. Unique Mirrors
If the bedroom is also the space where you get dressed, add a full-length mirror with an interesting shape or with ornate details. I love the look of vintage brass mirrors in the modern cottage style.
Conclusion
This blog has been all about modern cottage bedrooms and I hope it left you inspired. Be sure to check out my other blog posts about cottage home decor. Have a lovely day!
-Irene 🙂
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