How to Create a Country Style Home

January 06, 2023

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The timeless, country-style interior aesthetic remains a popular option this year. Luckily, it’s a really simple look to achieve and we’ve put together a few ideas to easily bring that country look into your home. Whether you want to create a country-inspired bedroom, living room or dining area, we hope the following tips will offer some inspiration.

Classic Painted Designs

Nothing says country-cottage style like a painted piece with oak accents. That two-toned look is classic, timeless and flatters virtually any home, so it’s a really easy way to add country chic to any space. Oak-topped painted furniture is a great choice because solid oak is naturally durable, so will likely last a very long time and withstand quite a lot! Our favourite oak and painted combinations include traditional oak and cream painted furniture, oak and white painted furniture that brightens up any space and oak and grey furniture for a stylish twist.

Natural and Rustic Finishes

Choosing solid wood furniture with a natural finish is the easy way to incorporate that country look into your home. Solid oak furniture in particular is a stunning choice; not only does it look beautiful, but solid oak is renowned for being exceptionally robust so you can be certain it will stand the test of time. To easily add country style to your home, choose a beautiful solid oak dining table with a natural finish for the focal point of your dining room, then add chairs and occasional furniture to complement it.

Keep it Neutral

Neutral shades are synonymous with the country style aesthetic, so stick to a simple colour palette when choosing furnishings. Think natural, muted colours like cream, white, light grey and charcoal grey. Not only will these shades add effortless rustic appeal, but they will also help to create a calm and relaxed atmosphere, which can only be a good thing! Style Tip: For something modern that still pays homage to the country style look, why not opt for dark blue and oak furniture? Similar to oak and charcoal grey furniture, blue painted pieces with solid oak tops add a sophisticated touch whilst retaining that country look.

Accessorise!

Complement your country style furniture with accessories that will give your home a gorgeous rural look. Think rustic, antique or antique-style pieces like mirrors, vases and trays, wooden or ceramic bowls and painted pieces. Stoneware evokes a country feel and, for your living room or bedroom, neutral-coloured cushions and throws will add a simple but perfect finishing touch. A bunch of lavender or bouquet of dried wildflowers makes a beautiful addition to a country-style dining table, coffee table or sideboard too.