Although modern interiors are especially fashionable at the moment, rusticism continues to be a frequent source of inspiration when it comes to decorating houses, especially in “country houses” and the wooden houses. There is also a variant of “modern rustic”, that combines modernity with elements of the rustic style.
Next, we will tell you how to decorate your house in a rustic style and, of course, which rustic doors and windows to choose.
Features of the rustic style
Often the rustic style is wrongly associated with the country style: inelegant furniture, messy interiors, bright colors and decorations that allude to country life.
The origins of the rustic style can be found in the United States, where numerous wooden mansions were built in the late 18th and 19th centuries. It was the wooden houses that were built there in the period just after the United States regained its independence that inspired the creators of rusticismo. In Europe, on the other hand, the old manor houses of the nobility, in which the so-called “country houses” they often become models of rustic houses.
So, What should we associate the rustic style with? First of all, with the use of natural materials (mainly wood), simple and functional furniture and muted colors. This trend is best suited to wooden houses, especially those located on the outskirts of the city, although it can also be applied to brick buildings, but always keeping in mind the wooden accents when decorating the interior.
Wooden furniture with simple shapes and wooden floors will help to give the rooms the right character. Wood in rustic interiors can be «imperfect», with visible veins; the more natural the effect, the better.
Materials such as linen, wicker and lace are also welcome in rustic rooms. Textiles are perfect as accessories, while wicker furniture and decorations (such as wicker baskets) complete it.
In the interior, carefully selected door and window decorations in rustic style should not be missing: handcrafted creations, clocks, framed mirrors in stylized frames are good choices.
However, it is important not to overload the rooms with too many decorations, and it is good to focus on objects that are not only decorative, but also functional. Natural plants are also welcome, especially in the kitchen.
Both the accessories and the furniture should look old. Traces of use add character. For this reason, furniture is often aged artificially (for example, by leaching).
When decorating a rustic-style home, avoid using too many colors, especially bright, high-contrast colors. In addition to brown tones, greys, whites and blacks are also welcome. There should not be too many colorful accessories: a red cushion or a colored checkered bedspread will not disturb the composition, but too much variety of colors will make the interior lose its simplicity and a certain natural elegance, so important in rusticism.
Can rustic be modern?
Rusticism is inspired by the past and tradition, so it is difficult to see points of contact between the rustic and modern styles. However, in recent years a well-known trend has emerged as “modern rustic”«.
An inside «modern rustic» it is a modern room, often spacious, that has been enriched with certain characteristic elements of rusticism: stylized accessories or furniture and finishes made of natural materials such as wood or stone.
Windows and doors for a rustic house
Woodwork seems to be the obvious choice, and in fact it is wood windows and doors that are most purchased for rustic-style homes. It is advisable to opt for transparent colors: that is, colors in which the drawing of the wood grain can be seen. If you choose a dull color, white is a universal color that fits in with a country style.
In most cases, rustic doors in solid colors and simpler models without many decorative elements work best.
In the case of windows, the studs that divide the glass into several smaller panels are an interesting decoration. They are usually chosen for buildings stylized as manor houses, in reference to old architecture and wooden houses.
In some buildings, rustic windows with unusual shapes: oval or triangular can also be a good complement to the design.
But,Do the windows and doors of a rustic house have to be made of wood? Not necessarily. We can opt for a cheaper and easier-care alternative, which is PVC. This carpentry can be stylized as if it were made of wood, thanks to the wood veneers. On the other hand, if the house combines the modern style with only some elements of rusticity, the rustic aluminum windows and the large glazing in neutral gray colors can be a good match for the interior decorated in style «modern rustic.
Rustic interior design requires well-considered decisions, a very careful selection of furniture items and a lot of feeling. The rooms must be characterized by a certain degree of elegance and, at the same time, by a warm and comfortable aspect reminiscent of old manor houses.