Homedit.com says that rustic style is “a design emphasis on rugged, natural beauty,” and offers some tips for designing a contemporary, rustic home.
“Probably the most important component of rustic style is the raw natural materials used in architecture and décor alike,” Homedit says. Other elements include wide plank wood floors, paneled walls, white walls, wooden beamed ceilings, and a neutral, natural color palette.
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