How to Decorate Your Modern Day Log Cabin

If you ever had the privilege of growing up with a family vacation cabin or renting one in the country for a weekend, you know there’s something to be said for the charm of a rustic log cabin. The exposed wood, decorative throw pillows, and scattered knickknacks create an air of innocence and simplicity. Sometimes, though, it can be a little too simple. So what do you do when you want to keep the rustic charm but also include some modern designs? We have some ideas.

Choose Modern Fixtures

A standout sink or staple light can be a beautiful accent to natural wood walls and dark hewn countertops. Copper accents are trending and can be a great way to blend with the natural tones a rustic wood cabin while connecting it to modern styles.

This fancier sink ties into the earthly cabin colors around it while adding a more modern touch.

Make Your Campfire a Focal Point

A campfire is a must-have for roasting marshmallows and sharing stories and laughter around. Putting focus on a beautiful fire pit can make a log cabin feel more luxurious while still connecting to the outdoors. It’s a great activity for all generations: younger ones can learn the proper roasting techniques for s’mores while the oldest of the bunch can enjoy a comfortable seat listening to the crackle of the wood.

This stunning fire pit can upgrade even the most vintage of log cabins.

Give Old Furniture a Fresh Look

This past year, we’ve done a lot of great projects with repurposed wood. It can be a great way to create some custom log cabin furniture that blends rustic appearances with modern accents. For example, you could take an older vintage cabinet and modernize it with a new sink and rainfall faucet. For more details on how we repurposed old wood for a rustic log cabin decor, check out our post on it.

Have Good Board Games on Hand

A good in-home cinema or video game room might actually be more modern, but some things are worth keeping classic. Part of the joy of a cabin getaway is the getaway part. Unplugging for a bit is part of what makes the experience feel recharging and memorable. If you’re looking for creative ways to bring games into your cabin, we offer custom corn hold boards and Kubb.

Find inspiration in the woods around you.

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