How to Achieve a Modern Rustic Style: Natural Materials, Texture & Warmth for Your Home

Want to know how to achieve a modern rustic style at home? This warm, grounded look combines natural textures with simple, contemporary forms to create a space that feels relaxed, characterful, and effortlessly lived-in.

At Seddon and Davison, our modern rustic homeware brings together stoneware, linens, wood and lighting—everything you need to bring this timeless aesthetic to life.

“Modern rustic styling is about choosing pieces that feel welcoming and lived-in, but still beautifully put together. Small, well-chosen details can transform a space. We focus on quality, texture, and design that stand the test of time.” Kara Seddon, Co-Founder, Seddon and Davison

Whether you’re refreshing a corner or updating an entire room, here are a few key ways to bring this inviting, textural style into your home — along with some of our most-loved pieces.

Your Guide to Achieving a Modern Rustic Interior Look

1. Choose Natural Materials First

The foundation of modern rustic style lies in honest, organic materials. Think wood, stoneware, linen, and ceramic — textures that age beautifully and feel naturally grounding.

Key Pieces:

• Rustic Wooden Round Table - £100 (in-store only)
• Takino Mango Wood Candlestick - From £31.95
• Miraso Throw (green, terracotta, natural) – £83.95
• Paula Stoneware Jar, Grey Glaze – £30.95
• Ruth Embroidered Floral Cotton Cushion, Linen - £48.75

2. Layer Texture for a Lived-In Look

Layering different finishes and materials gives depth and softness. Start with textiles and build around them: throws, faux fur, velvet, stone, glass and brass.

Key Pieces:

• Sloane Mink Faux Fur Cushion – £43.50
• British Rarebreed Sheepskin Rug [In-store only] - £65.00
• Majsa Rectangular Tray in Marble, Green – £35.00
• Hand Forged Antique Brass Candle Holder - From £28.25 [Shown with Leaf Green Candles]

3. Embrace a Warm, Earthy Palette

Choose warm neutrals and muted earth tones that echo the outdoors. Deep greens, soft browns, charcoals and greys pair beautifully with natural woods and soft lighting.

Key Pieces:

• Rustic Pillar Candle, Leaf Green – from £7.95
• Round Rattan Lantern – £18.00
• Aran Green Sheepskin Cushion - £70
  
• Harper Cream Plant Pots -  Two sizes from £12.50

4. Blend Old and New

Combining contemporary shapes with heritage materials gives a space character. A sleek metal lamp beside a weathered bench; a handmade jug next to modern glassware.

Key Pieces:

• Rustic Wooden Benches & Footstools – wide range in-store [Handcrafted in Indonesia from old fishing boats]
• Tezu Two-Tone Glazed Ceramic Vase in Green – from £30.00
• Green Martini Glasses - £10.95

5. Use Lighting to Soften & Glow

Lighting makes or breaks a modern rustic room. The aim is warmth and glow — not just brightness. Think layered lighting with soft lamps, candles and lanterns.

Key Pieces:

• Hand-Forged Brass-Effect Candle Holder – from £28.25
• Aged Gold Table Lamp with Shade (only available in-store currently) – £145.00
• Cream Unique LED Candles – from £18.50
• Marion Bamboo Lantern – from £62.50

Finishing Touches: Let Nature In

Even without greenery, you can evoke the outdoors through your styling. The texture of ceramic, the weight of a marble tray, or the flicker of candlelight all help root your space in nature. And if you want to bring life in? Faux florals and botanical prints do the job with no upkeep.

Key Piece:

• Rustic Two-Toned Ceramic Jug – £59.50
• Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Stems (in-store only) - £12.95 a stem (a great base to add seasonal faux flowers and foliage)
• All Ears Hare Bronze Sculpture - £140

Discover the Collection

Whether you’re updating a hallway nook or reworking your whole layout, our modern rustic homeware is designed to bring comfort, character, and calm to your home.

Shop online or visit us in Settle and Ilkley to browse in person.

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Frequently Asked Questions - Modern Rustic Home Styling

1. What Is the Difference Between Rustic and Modern Rustic Style?
   

   Rustic interiors lean heavily on traditional and raw finishes, while modern rustic style adds a clean-lined, contemporary twist—balancing rugged texture with refined, elegant detail.
   
   

2. How Can I Add a Modern Rustic Touch Without Redecorating?
   

   Start small with accessories—swap out cushions, layer in a textured throw, or add a rustic lantern and some ceramic vases. These subtle additions bring warmth and character without a full overhaul.
   
   

3. Is Modern Rustic Style Suitable for Small Spaces?
   

   Yes! In fact, modern rustic interiors work beautifully in smaller homes. Focus on simple shapes, neutral tones, and multi-purpose pieces like wooden benches or trays to keep things feeling open yet inviting.
   
   

4. What Colours Work Best in a Modern Rustic Home?
   

   Stick to earthy neutrals—off-whites, olive greens, warm browns, and natural greys. These colours feel calm, grounded and pair beautifully with raw wood, stone, and textured textiles.