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18 Cabin Decor Ideas for a Cozy, Homey Design

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The Spruce / Alyssa Vela

If you're looking for cabin decor ideas that evoke simpler times and embody a warm and homey aesthetic, you're not alone. There are many types of cabins, from rustic hand-built log cabins to timber-frame and prefabricated models. While cabins are traditionally small structures built in rural environments, such as hunting cabins in the woods, or lakeside cabins on the edge of the water, today you can find cabin-style homes built in many sizes and settings.

Whether you're inspired by your home's architectural details—such as exposed brick and wooden beams—or just are looking to bring more comfort into your abode, check out these cabin decor ideas for inspiration.

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    Decorate With Quilts

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    Design by Lisa Queen / Photo by Mary Liz Film

    No cabin-like space is complete without a cozy quilt or two. Why not get creative when it comes to incorporating such textiles in a space? Designer Lisa Queen chose to revive a set of chairs with beloved Kantha quilts for a custom, comforting feel.

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    Add Warm Lighting

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    @leannebaud / Instagram

    When doing a bedroom up with cabin decor, don't forget to think beyond bedding and pay special attention to features such as lighting. In this space by Leanne Baud, an oversized round Edison lightbulb attached to the wall adds charm and makes reading in bed relaxing.

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    Hang String Lights

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    Claire Knight

    Make it a starry night by hanging string lights and star cutouts above the bed. They'll turn any sleep space into a nature retreat. Claire Knight kept her comforter simple and opted to focus on the area above her bed instead, where she hung these fun fixtures and also displayed art.

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    Decorate the Walls

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    @campgolddust / Instagram

    Think outside the box when it comes to wall art. Keara Sexton chose to hang up outdoorsy pieces such as a paddle and a hat alongside a nature-themed landscape painting. Your walls can double as storage when you treat everyday essentials as wall decor.

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    Layer Textures

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    @awhitepasscabin

    Mixing different types of fabrics creates that welcoming, lived-in look that makes cabin decor feel so homey. Angela Horwath mastered this setup by mixing a kilim-inspired pillow cover with a rustic-looking plaid piece that pop on her sofa.

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    Use Double-Duty Furniture

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    @marta_at_the_mill / Instagram

    Using a trunk as a coffee table, as Marta Dowling did, is an excellent way to create camp-like vibes in your very own living room. Better yet, large trunks like this one can make for extremely valuable storage. Stuff blankets, board games, and other night-in essentials inside, then sit back and enjoy a laid back evening at home. A sparkly pendant light will make you feel like you're actually outdoors under the star.

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    Mix Wood Tones

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    @saddle.cottage / Instagram

    Don't be afraid to mix wood tones in a space, as Laura Coles did in this texture-filled bedroom. If you have exposed beams as Coles does, opt for furniture in a lighter hue to let this dramatic architectural feature really pop. Then soften up the look with knit throw blankets in soothing colors.

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    Make It Minimalist

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    @lifedownthevalley / Instagram

    Incorporating a couple of sweet accent pieces will give a minimalist cabin space personality without making it look too busy. Sophie Thurlow hung a butterfly print above her bed to bring the outdoors into this soothing sleep space. Smaller antlers on either side of the art piece complement the room's natural beams.

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    Use Classic Colors

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    Kim Levins

    Blue and white is a versatile color combo that will shine in any type of room, from coastal to traditional, rustic, or modern. In the bedroom above, Kim Levins let these calming hues take center stage, adding a bold touch in the form of black accents.

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    Bring the Outdoors In

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    @thegreen_barn / Instagram

    Katie Taylor added plants to bring a touch of the outdoors into this bright bedroom with rustic wood beams.

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    Add Pattern

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    Hannah Llewellyn Interiors

    Botanical prints are timeless and look lovely in any cabin-themed room. Hannah Llewellyn Interiors also chose to paint the shiplap wainscoting in medium gray to add contrast with the white walls and rustic wood beams.

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    Repurpose Furniture

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    @melissakeyser / Instagram

    Furniture doesn't need to be fancy to shine in your space. Melissa Keyser turned a wood crate on its side to create a makeshift end table and placed a sheepskin throw atop a folding chair to create a fabulous reading nook. Sheepskin is always a winner in cabin-like spaces and can be used as a rug beside the bed, too.

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    Expose the Brick

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    @elegantlyknackeredstyle / Instagram

    Designing around exposed brick as Louisa Sugden did is a major yes. A simple yet comfortable throw rug in a neutral hue encourages lounging and helps the space feel extra inviting and relaxed.

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    Hang a Gallery Wall

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    @jojotastic / Instagram

    Joanna Hawley-McBride certainly knows how to design a gallery wall. Her setup is proof that gallery walls complement all types of aesthetics—here, antlers and nature-themed prints shine and transform a sunny nook.

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    Maximalist Mix

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    Au Petit Salon

    There's no reason that a cabin-like space can't have an eclectic feel. Blogger Ginny Stalker of Au Petit Salon incorporated a variety of colors, patterns, and textures into her living room and the end result is a maximalist's dream.

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    Add Boho Style Touches

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    Arbor & Co.

    Arbor & Co. lightened up the wood paneled walls of this rustic bunk room with a macrame wall hanging that brings in some boho style flair to the space.

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    Focus on the Fireplace

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    Design by Emily Henderson and Priscilla Frost / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    A rustic fireplace can make any space feel like a log cabin. In this basement family room designed by Emily Henderson and Priscilla Frost, the glazed brick fireplace has a chunky stained wood mantel that matches the wood-paneled walls. The mantel is decorated with duck decoys and vintage animal-themed art and mirrors to add a note of authenticity.

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    Add Wood Paneling

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    Arbor & Co.

    Mixing white walls with warm knotty wood paneling creates a modern rustic feel in any space, like this cozy bedroom from Arbor & Co. A modern print on the wall and a tiny pair of antlers above the bed covered in light-colored linens strikes the right balance.