Style your Buffet with a Modern Rustic Twist

For many years now, the reliable Buffet has been the key feature for many homes. Transforming many overlooked hallways, nooks, and awkward voids into a haven of storage and versatility. This functional piece can be used 1000 different ways; from small apartments, to the hostess with the mostess.

Your buffet can be a blank slate for many décors. One hot trend circulating at the moment is, Modern Rustic. We promise it is simple and easy to achieve and here’s how!

What is a Modern Rustic Décor?

First things first, what is Modern Rustic? It’s a mash up of classic country chic, meets the modern eye. It’s a style that emerged from designers and homeowners alike who have a nostalgic hold on antique pieces, but also have a fondness to find how they can be bought back to life in new ways. It’s not about having the matching set but finding harmony between the old and the new.

Using neutral tones, it creates a natural, warm, organic ambiance, making you feel right at home from when you first walk in.

Explore our Modern Rustic Collection here.

Materials & Textures

Now we know what Modern Rustic is, how do we execute it?

The use of natural wood is key to nailing this style of décor. Start by having your key pieces crafted from natural wood and work your way around the room. A great place to lay your foundations can be at the dining table, entertainment unit or buffet. These are central pieces in your home, that will cement the general aesthetic. If your home doesn’t have exposed beams, or wooden floorboards, don’t fret! Small décor touches like adding wooden bowls, lamps or the frames on the wall can make an equal impact to the space.

To balance out your rustic pieces, adding elements like metal and glass will be that modern edge. Man-made materials like glass are a great way to give a contemporary twist and can be easily achieved by a glass vase or vintage bottles. When searching for your key pieces, keep an eye out for furniture with black metal detailing on the joints, handles or feet. The contrast of black against the warmth of the wood will help bring it all together. Additional textures and materials to consider within your space range from goods made from natural fibres like cotton, linen, wool, cow hide, leather, even faux fur. Again, keeping it curated and simple is important.

Image features our beautiful Seaforth Buffet.

Buffet Styling

No matter the space, you can always rely on the Buffet to be the best friend to accompany the room. Styling a buffet with a Modern Rustic twist, begins with the buffet itself. Again, warm wood textures with black accents are always a crowd favourite, but the same goal can be achieved with the décor pieces you use to style on and around the buffet.

Consider hanging a decorative mirror with a vintage frame or brightening the space with a warm table lamp. Sprinkle your personal flair with a native floral arrangement, book or ornate bowl. Don’t be afraid to add colour; soft blue, peaches or greens are always welcomed and can really enhance the space.

This treatment works best for hallways and awkward nooks, but is so versatile it will really work anywhere. If you were looking for alternative ways to change it up in your living space, it’s function could lean towards hosting: consider styling with a crystal decanter set to really wow your guests.