{"id":24142,"date":"2023-09-07T06:00:58","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T10:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/?p=24142"},"modified":"2023-09-07T16:53:06","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T20:53:06","slug":"design-ideas-to-create-a-rustic-neutral-living-room-for-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/home\/design-ideas-to-create-a-rustic-neutral-living-room-for-fall\/","title":{"rendered":"Design Ideas to Create a Rustic Neutral Living Room for Fall"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_title comments=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font_size=”52px” meta_font_size=”22px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”SEO Intro from META DESCRIPTION” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]
Welcome to my Fall Home Tour of 2023!<\/strong> \u00a0This past summer, some of you joined me in Instagram stories as our family took an RV road trip through 7 states, including North and South Dakota. \u00a0Now, I was born in Oklahoma, so a rustic room always holds some appeal for me. \u00a0However, this summer I was so inspired by some of the National Parks we visited<\/strong>, as well as the roaming buffalo. \u00a0My kids even thought it would be fun to add some elements for a rustic neutral living room for fall, along with our other main living areas!<\/p>\n Our running joke for the trip was from a souvenir shirt we bought for Robb that says “Don’t Pet the Fluffy Cow”.<\/strong> \u00a0Keep that in mind when we get to the throw pillow section of this post and all the cozy ways to decorate for the fall season!<\/p>\n If you’re hopping over from Heida at\u00a0 Eleanor Rose Home<\/a><\/strong><\/span> for this Fall Home Tour, welcome! \u00a0I loved her tour and gorgeous fall design elements<\/strong>. \u00a0I also want to say a big thank you to my friend Kelly from The Tattered Pew<\/a><\/strong><\/span> for hosting these incredible home tours each season. \u00a0It is a great way for YOU to be your own interior designer, pick and choose all of your favorite decor ideas. \u00a0You can also curate ideas for your own home for the season!<\/strong><\/p>\n \u200b<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BLOG HOP INFO” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Extra-1-just-put-somewhere-scaled.jpg” alt=”tablescape featuring checkered table runner, gold candlesticks, and lots of woven texture” title_text=”Extra 1, just put somewhere” admin_label=”IMG dining room close up” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”what is a rustic living room” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] When I think of a rustic living room, I immediately envision a massive stone fireplace and high ceilings. \u00a0Of course, there are some brick walls or stone walls, ceiling beams, and natural light streaming through large windows. \u00a0The aged natural materials are perfection. \u00a0Basically, none of the things I have in our Florida ranch style home. \u00a0Haha!<\/p>\n However, there are a lot of rustic interior design elements that I can incorporate into any space to give it a rustic feel.<\/strong> \u00a0A neutral color palette combined with warmer tones is a good place to start.<\/p>\n Textures such as warm leather, fur rugs, and the natural beauty of organic materials add warmth to the entire room.<\/p>\n You don’t have to have a log cabin in order to incorporate gorgeous warm tones with wood. \u00a0Consider a coffee table, side table, or even wood plank walls as a focal point to bring in some wood tones to your rustic living room design.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Table of Contents DRAFT” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Entryway-scaled.jpg” alt=”entryway styled with white concrete bust, woven basket with dried greenery, and white crocks” title_text=”Entryway” admin_label=”IMG entryway” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”BLOG TITLE” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] \u200bA rustic feel and the fall season just seem to go hand in hand. \u00a0Also, many of the colors of autumn are already straying away from the bright color scheme of spring and summer and transitioning into the more moody earth tones and neutral colors.<\/p>\n Since I don’t want to make any permanent changes<\/strong> and only wanted to add some touches of those rustic elements, I decided to stick with some safe rustic living room ideas that I could spread throughout our main living spaces. \u00a0In our open concept home, this includes the family room, kitchen, dining room, music room, and entryway.<\/p>\n \u200bIt helps that most of my decor is already in neutral hues. \u00a0If you enjoy switching your decor around, I highly recommend sticking with neutral colors for your large pieces. \u00a0Then, you can add any pops of color or design elements, no matter the season.<\/p>\n The current popular design styles definitely lend to the earthy, muted, neutral hues, though a bright color scheme always has a place and is definitely making a comeback.<\/p>\n Since many of you are probably already starting with somewhat neutral colors, adding some rustic elements will not be too difficult. \u00a0Plus, I think a lot of vintage and vintage-inspired pieces also blend beautifully with a neutral palette<\/strong>.<\/p>\n For a rustic space, I concentrated on adding warmer tones to my white walls and white living room idea. \u00a0Going with my love for vintage decor, I incorporated stoneware and crocks in an earthy color palette.<\/p>\n At the same time, the stone and pottery blend perfectly with natural elements like dried branches and stems. \u00a0I also added throw blankets and throw pillows \u00a0in a neutral color palette.<\/p>\n However, to keep adding layers of texture, I used a mixture of square, round, and lumbar pillow shapes.<\/strong> \u00a0At the same time, I mixed different textures like vintage linen, soft, gauzy cotton, wool, and fur.<\/p>\n Even though the colors are very neutral, these living spaces don’t feel blah to me. \u00a0There is definitely a full sensory experience of touch and at the same time, the colors feel soothing and peaceful for home!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pottery-close-up–scaled.jpg” alt=”Close up of neutral colored crocks on a white apothecary” title_text=”Pottery close up” admin_label=”IMG pottery close up” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”natural elements” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Believe it or not, when it comes to fall decorating, I don’t have a ton of fall decorations. \u00a0I love using a lot of natural elements. \u00a0Over on THIS post<\/u>,<\/a><\/strong> you can see details about some of my favorite FREE decor<\/u><\/a><\/strong> to use in the fall. \u00a0In the music room, I added one huge dried palm stem. \u00a0It feels perfect for a Florida fall!<\/p>\n \u200b<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Dried-palm-in-basket–scaled.jpg” alt=”Woven basket with dried palm fronds next to a large tan architectural piece” title_text=”Dried palm in basket” admin_label=”IMG pic of dried palm branch in basket” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”natural elements ” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Natural elements are perfect for fall decorating. \u00a0They can add a lot of natural textures, earthy, warm tones, and beautiful character to any cozy living room.<\/p>\n \u200bA white living room idea may not seem like a natural choice for rustic style. \u00a0While it worked great for our coastal summer decor, transitioning a white living room idea into fall decor that uses warmer tones requires a lot of layers.<\/p>\n I still want to add more fall decorations as we move into the autumn season, specifically with dried gourds and a pumpkin or two. \u00a0However, I’ve had a lot of fun switching from our coastal summer decor into a soft color palette with rustic neutral living room decor ideas.<\/p>\n Admittedly, these are pretty safe rustic living room ideas. \u00a0That being said, I don’t want to make permanent changes and tried to use mostly what I already have on hand.<\/p>\n Here are just a few ways you can add some fall touches to vintage or modern living room ideas:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n \u200b<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Wide-angle-family-room-scaled.jpg” alt=”Fall living room styled with cozy pillows, white steer skull, and vintage frames.” title_text=”Wide angle family room” url=”https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/HFJ8″ url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG wide angle family room” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”focal point” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] \u200bThe natural focal point in our family room is this long gallery wall. \u00a0A vintage mantel, flanked with a pair of chippy white architectural salvage doors, is a simple base for switching out seasonal decor and gallery wall decor accents.<\/p>\n I love that almost everything on this wall was thrifted,<\/strong> including the steer skull and antlers that I bought on the World’s Longest Yard Sale. \u00a0I wanted to balance out the rustic look of the steer head. \u00a0So, I wanted to add some elegant vintage decor that would blend with my somewhat European – cottage – traditional – vintage – flea market style.<\/p>\n (Obviously, I have a bit of a decor identity crisis! \u00a0What can I say?! \u00a0I love what I love!)<\/em><\/p>\n On the opposite of the room, our Samsung Frame TV<\/u><\/a><\/strong> makes a great secondary focal point. \u00a0I chose THIS<\/u> gorgeous vintage inspired art. <\/span><\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>Also, I love how it adds beautiful warm tones and a fun nod to our “don’t pet the fluffy cow” joke from the summer too.<\/p>\n It’s those little details that I think make every home unique and special!<\/em><\/p>\n I love using the Frame TV<\/u><\/a><\/strong> as a way to be functional for a family movie night or stream our favorite music channels. \u00a0At the same time, it’s gorgeous art that I can inexpensively change each season too!<\/p>\n \u200b<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mantel-close-up-scaled.jpg” alt=”Beautiful white mantel styled with vintage books and frames, gold candlesticks, and a white steer skull” title_text=”Mantel close up” url=”https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/h02M” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG mantel close up” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”accent tables” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Our coffee table and side tables are a great way to add some easy decor that makes the entire room look intentional. \u00a0Then, on the coffee table, I used this large, antique European trencher. \u00a0It is one of my favorite large pieces of decor. \u00a0You can find a gorgeous large wooden dough bowl for your own coffee table HERE!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n For fall, I especially love the warmer tones. \u00a0Since I don’t have amazing wooden beams (don’t we all wish?!) in this living space, I can at least enjoy wood tones in large pieces like this. \u00a0While it’s not my dream living room with high ceiling beams taking center stage, I still get the warm wood tones in a way that works for my space and I love that!<\/strong><\/p>\n I also love a mix of textures so I added a vintage grain sack<\/u><\/a><\/strong> and one large elk antler<\/u><\/a><\/strong> that I also purchased on the World’s Longest Yard Sale. \u00a0The mix of textures: wood, fabric, and aged natural materials creates a simple look here that I am enjoying this season.<\/p>\n Next, I swapped out my side tables for this small natural pine table. \u00a0It is another find from the World’s Longest Yard Sale! \u00a0It brings in the warmer tones that blend so perfectly with the fall colors.<\/p>\n Lastly, I wanted to keep the decor really simple. \u00a0So, I added an architectural salvage wooden base<\/u> <\/a><\/strong>and a glass cloche<\/u>. \u00a0<\/a><\/strong>Then, I added a\u00a0vintage horse trophy<\/u><\/a><\/strong> that I picked up inexpensively at an antique mall.<\/p>\n My favorite candle<\/u><\/a><\/strong> and a pair of thrifted brass candlesticks<\/u><\/a><\/strong> combine my favorite design elements. \u00a0It also repeats the mix of color palette from the coffee table: wood and white decor, with some soft gold added.<\/p>\n Over on THIS post, you can get my favorite tips for decorating a coffee table for the fall season!<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Our sectional isn’t fancy but it is definitely a comfortable sofa that we can use and love! \u00a0I love that the slipcover can be washed (and bleached!) a couple times a year to keep it fresh. (Speaking of, it’s due for a good washing soon!)<\/p>\n Throw pillows and throw blankets (this is my personal favorite)<\/u><\/a><\/strong> add the perfect cozy elements that soften an entire room. \u00a0I used a mixture of square<\/u><\/a><\/strong>, round<\/u><\/a><\/strong>, and lumbar size<\/u><\/a><\/strong> pillows for variety.<\/p>\n At the same time, I mixed the colors with a gingham pattern<\/a><\/strong>, <\/u>solid light tan (this set is perfect for layering).<\/u><\/a>\u00a0 <\/strong>Of\u00a0course, our favorite “fluffy cow” throw pillows<\/u><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>add a cozy element too!<\/p>\n They actually aren’t cows or buffalos at all. \u00a0However, they are the softest ever and available HERE!<\/a><\/strong><\/span> \u00a0I first saw them at a boutique for about $200 each, which was definitely NOT in my budget. \u00a0THESE<\/u><\/a><\/strong> are still not cheap, but they are a fraction of the price and really take center stage in this room. \u00a0Plus, my kids can’t get enough of them. \u00a0I think they’ll be staying around for the Christmas and winter seasons too!<\/p>\n Even though our space isn’t really huge, we love our cozy living room.<\/strong> \u00a0Best of all, it’s a space that everyone can enjoy.<\/p>\n Nothing is too precious for all of us to just live and relax and enjoy the space. \u00a0I think that is really, really important in a home!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pillow-close-up-scaled.jpg” alt=”Fuzzy brown pillow on a white couch with a brown checkered pillow and a round pillow” title_text=”Pillow close up” url=”https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/5zWO” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG pillow close up” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”how do you arrange a spacious living room” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] If you are working with a large living room, you’ll want to get creative with your furniture arrangements to create a really cozy living room space.<\/p>\n In a lot of ways, a smaller living room can be a little easier to work with. \u00a0However, most modern living room ideas are working with larger spaces. \u00a0If you have a large living room, here are a few tips:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n While I don’t have shelves in our rustic neutral living room, the open shelves in our dining room are visible from the living spaces too. \u00a0Even though each room has its own personality, I want these open concept spaces to flow smoothly.<\/p>\n Again, while amazing wooden beams would be a dream, it’s not in the plan right now for our home. \u00a0Instead, I bring in the warm tones of wood with this gorgeous English harvest table I found years ago at a thrift store.<\/p>\n The apothecary was a labor of love and it adds so much character. \u00a0Long before the oven cleaner method<\/u><\/a><\/strong> became popular on social media, we used it on this piece. \u00a0You literally won’t believe the before and after. \u00a0You can find all of the details over on THIS<\/u> post<\/a><\/strong> from a few years ago!<\/p>\n On the open shelves, I used my tried and true method for shelf styling<\/u><\/a><\/strong>, found on THIS post<\/a><\/strong> <\/span>in my simple decor series.<\/p>\n First, I stick to repetition in the color palette (white decor, wood, grey\/tan mixture of stoneware).<\/p>\n Secondly, for a mix of textures, I still stick with just a few kinds, using wood, stoneware\/crocks, and glass.<\/strong><\/p>\n Even though these open shelves hold a lot of objects, the repetition of color and texture helps it feel curated rather than cluttered.<\/p>\n For a rustic touch, I used velcro command strips<\/u><\/a><\/strong> to hang two sets of mounted antlers<\/u><\/a><\/strong>. \u00a0I love how this ties into the family room decorations and adds depth to the open shelving as well.<\/p>\n Our music room is such a fun space to style. \u00a0It is really like a secondary conversation area or an extension of our living room. \u00a0Even though the chairs aren’t sat in super often, it’s a busy room with all of the music that happens around here!<\/strong><\/p>\n I love creating a focal point with large pieces in this space. \u00a0The basics stay the same here year round: apothecary where I store all of my small decor items, large mirror made of architectural salvage, DIY vintage scones (tutorial HERE)<\/u><\/a><\/strong>, and vintage chairs.<\/p>\n For some drama and honestly, just for some fun, with my rustic neutral living room space here, I added one of the largest architectural salvage pieces I own!<\/p>\n This giant corbel<\/u><\/a><\/strong> is the perfect addition to my warm tones for fall. \u00a0A vintage French grape harvesting basket<\/u><\/a><\/strong> and a gigantic dried palm branch (yay for free decor!) add some natural elements in this space that feel perfect for a Florida fall.<\/p>\n \u200bA few simple rustic touches here help add to the overall decor story I wanted to tell with my fall decorating this year! \u00a0I added a concrete horse head (find a similar one HERE)<\/u><\/a><\/strong> and this vintage-inspired horse print (find it HERE).<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The other focal point in the music room is this cowhide area rug that I bought…you guessed it…on the World’s Longest Yard Sale. \u00a0You can What is a rustic living room?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Design Ideas to Create a Rustic Neutral Living Room for Fall Decor<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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How to Use Rustic Decor for Fall Decorating<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Here are a few things I purchased to add to my existing decor for some rustic touches in the fall season:<\/em><\/h3>\n
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\u200bColor Palette to Create a Rustic Neutral Living Room or Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Natural Elements to Create a Rustic Neutral Living Room or Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Here are some of my favorites that I am using around our home:<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Neutral Living Room Ideas to Create a Rustic Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n
1. Create a Focal Point<\/em><\/h3>\n
2. \u00a0Use Rustic Touches for Accent Tables<\/em><\/h3>\n
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3. Add Cozy Elements<\/em><\/h3>\n
How do you arrange a spacious living room?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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How to Style Open Shelving to Create a Rustic Neutral Living Room or Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Use Architectural Salvage to Create a Rustic Neutral Living Room or Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Just those two simple rustic elements add just the right look that I wanted in this space.<\/em><\/h3>\n