David And Victoria Beckham’s Rustic Modern Bedroom Reveals Why Tactile, Rustic Modern Interiors Are Defining The Future Of Quiet Luxury

Natural wood, sculptural lighting, and soft layers come together in a rustic-modern look that designers say is defining the moment

Victoria Beckham
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Many of us have shared the dream of a simpler, more rustic existence – whether that involves a log cabin nestled in the woods, a mountain cottage, or an Airstream roaming the open plains.

This year, the interior design trend known as 'rustic modern' captures these fantasies and refines them, adding a luxurious edge to the classic Americana aesthetic. It is a look so sophisticated that even Victoria Beckham has given it her seal of approval.

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The modern rustic home trend offers meaningful benefits for both aesthetics and well-being.

Greg Roth, senior interior designer at CarbonShack, notes: 'The rustic modern trend is exemplified by a tendency towards biophilic imagery, details, and references in design. The move to lend a rustic sensibility to our interiors comes out of a heightened appreciation of the preciousness of the earth’s natural resources, as we are constantly exposed to nature’s fragility and power.'

In the Beckhams' home, the extensive use of wood ceilings and walls creates a grounded, cozy atmosphere that feels especially poignant during the colder months. Greg explains: 'There is nothing quite like the inherent warmth and richness that natural wood brings to our interiors.' He adds that 'A contemporary or modern style, when accented with rustic wood elements, provides a unique piece of elegance and simplicity.'

To balance the heavy wood tones, the white sheets and bedding in the room provide a sharp, clean contrast.

Carlin van Noppen, head of interior design and owner at Fig Linens and Home, tells Homes & Gardens: 'I love the use of white in this space. While all-white bedding in a room with white walls can look a bit clinical, it provides a welcome contrast in this earthy space for a warm and spa-like feel.'

This combination is ideal for creating a relaxing bedroom sanctuary. 'In a bedroom space, where we seek to recharge, reconnect, and relax, rustic design elements can go a long way towards setting the scene,' Greg says.

'When we are connected to the natural world and the earth, there’s an almost automatic grounding that happens.' As we transition through the seasons, the rustic modern trend remains a timeless choice for a restorative home.


Sophie Edwards
News Editor

Sophie is a writer and News Editor on the Celebrity Style team at Homes & Gardens. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly passionate about researching trends and interior history. She is an avid pop culture fan and has interviewed Martha Stewart and Hillary Duff.

In her free time, Sophie freelances on design news for Westport Magazine and Livingetc. She also has a newsletter, My Friend's Art, in which she covers music, culture, and fine art through a personal lens. Her fiction has appeared in Love & Squalor and The Isis Magazine.

Before joining Future, Sophie worked in editorial at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens brand. She has an MSc from Oxford University and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.