Home Decorating Ideas
Designer-Curated Interiors | Color Palette & Material Analysis | Modern Rustic, Farmhouse, Coastal & Mountain Homes
Welcome! I’m Tracy Svendsen, an interior designer who loves helping people create homes that feel warm, personal, and timeless. Here, you’ll find designer-curated ideas inspired by modern rustic, farmhouse, coastal, and mountain interiors—breaking down real spaces through color palettes, natural materials, and layered textures.
From seasonal styling to kitchen design trends, these guides combine practical decorating tips with plenty of visual inspiration. Explore curated mood boards, cabinetry ideas by color, layered living spaces, and collected interiors designed to feel inviting, livable, and full of character. Whether you’re refreshing a room or planning a whole-home update, you’ll find approachable ideas rooted in timeless design principles—and updated regularly with fresh inspiration for 2026.
Mountain Chic Design Home Tour
Take a tour of a gorgeous modern mountain chic home located in North Carolina. This magnificent home celebrates the natural beauty of its surroundings - hiking trails, serene ponds, and scenic mountain views.
Rustic Outdoor Design Ideas
Creating a rustic outdoor living area can be a great way to extend your home and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Living Room Decorating Ideas
Discover the secrets to transforming your living room into a sanctuary of comfort and style - from choosing the right color palette and furniture layout to incorporating soft textiles and warm lighting.
Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
If you’re a fan of a farmhouse kitchen’s rustic, cozy charm, choosing the right cabinets is key to achieving the perfect look. Whether starting from scratch or refreshing an existing space, this guide will give you the inspiration and advice you need to create a beautiful farmhouse kitchen.
Home Decorating Tips
This curated guide covers reimagining your space and creating an inviting, layered home that transcends time. Here, I'll lay out the secrets of top interior designers, focusing on intentional style that feels lived-in and endlessly classic.
Front Porch Ideas
Are you looking to breathe new life into your home's entryway? Here, I'll share decorating tips and images of stunning front porch designs with cozy seating areas, lovely color schemes, and gorgeous floral planter pots to elevate your home's curb appeal.
Outdoor Living Room Ideas
Discover how to create the perfect outdoor living room by incorporating weather-resistant furniture, decorative accents, cozy layers and practical storage solutions.
Interior Design Trends 2025
Discover the top interior design trends for 2025, including a movement towards wellness and relaxation, comfortable furniture, velvet upholstery, textured walls, earthy neutrals and warm metallics.
Fireplace Design Ideas
Discover fireplace design ideas that range from rustic to modern, country, traditional, Scandinavian and farmhouse with stunning photos.
Japandi Decorating Ideas
Today's rustic is moving towards a more minimal approach characterized by clean lines, simple shapes, and a focus on creating balance and harmony in the space.
Decorating with Sage Green
Discover how to create a harmonious ambiance by using sage green with complementary colors, natural textures, and patterns to elevate your space.
Dark & Moody Interior Design Ideas
Dark hues have long been associated with elegance and the ability to create a cozy ambiance. In this article, we will explore the transformative power of deep colors and show you how to elevate your space.
Modern Farmhouse Bedroom Ideas
These spaces effortlessly combine the warmth and coziness of a farmhouse with the sleek lines and sophistication of contemporary aesthetics.
Breakfast Nook Ideas
Discover how clever storage solutions, artful seating arrangements, and charming accessories can elevate your breakfast nook to new heights of style and functionality.
Incorporating Old World Charm
Whether through antique furniture, intricate wallpaper patterns, or the incorporation of vintage accessories, the old-world charm aesthetic can add depth and character to any room in your home.
Blue Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Gone are the days of plain white cabinets - homeowners and designers are now opting for bold and beautiful shades of blue to add color and personality to their kitchens.
Decorating with Dark Colors
From the deep, rich tones of charcoal and navy to the sultry allure of burgundy and dark greens, these hues have a way of imbuing a home with a sense of luxury and refinement.
Modern Rustic Interior Home Tour
Nestled in the mountains, this luxurious home is a symphony of comfort and style. In collaboration with their client, Studio McGee has masterfully blended the client's personality with the firm's signature touch.
Dream Kitchen Ideas
Whether you crave rustic farmhouse charm, sleek modern lines, or a touch of country comfort, these dream kitchen design ideas can be adapted to create your perfect culinary haven.
Organic Modern Decorating Ideas
Organic Modern Design isn't just about what your home looks like; it's about how it feels. It's the seamless blend of clean lines and natural textures where minimalism embraces the beauty of the earth.
Modern Mountain Ranch Home
Surrounded by 55 acres of rolling pasture with breathtaking Colorado mountains as a backdrop, this stunning home seamlessly blends French elegance with rustic charm. Inspired by the original structure, designer Lindye Galloway incorporated elements like exposed wood beams, stone fireplaces, crown molding, and classic hardware.
Cozy Bedroom Ideas
Craving a cozy bedroom retreat? Dive into this treasure trove of ideas! We'll unveil stunning bedrooms created by exceptional interior designers, each a haven of tranquility and curated comfort.
Cozy Home Ideas
This article is packed with cozy home ideas and stunning images of beautifully designed spaces from interior designers who are exceptionally gifted at creating curated spaces that evoke a sense of calm and completeness.
Modern Rustic Furniture Ideas
Whether you want to add a touch of rustic elegance to your cozy cottage or create a stunning focal point in your urban loft, these inspiring modern rustic furniture ideas will ignite your imagination and transform your home into a retreat from the everyday hustle and bustle.
INTERIOR DESIGN BY STYLE
Explore different design styles to find your own unique aesthetic. Here, you’ll find beautifully decorated homes in popular design styles such as Bohemian, Scandinavian, French Country, Traditional, Southwestern, Japandi, Meditteranean, Coastal, and more!
INTERIOR DESIGN BY ROOM
Find inspiration by room – decorating ideas for the living room, bedroom, dining room, bathroom and home office.
HOW TO DECORATE
Home decorating tips, including shelf styling and wall decor ideas, how to decorate with faux florals, how to decorate with natural elements, and tips on creating a decadent coffee bar in your kitchen or dining room. For all styling tips, please check out the newest addition to the blog: THE CURATED HOME.
Hello!
I’m Tracy Svendsen—an interior designer and editor of Canadian Log Homes. My goal is to share beautifully curated home decorating ideas rooted in timeless design principles and inspired by modern rustic, farmhouse, and mountain living.
I began studying interior design at Montana State University and earned my degree from Ryerson University. I later became a partner in a handcrafted log home company, where I provided interior design services for over 20 years—helping clients create warm, livable homes that reflect natural materials and architectural character.
Today, I live in a coastal community, but my work continues to blend rustic textures with relaxed, layered interiors. This blog reflects my passion for curated spaces, thoughtful details, and approachable design. Feature image photo credit: Photographer: Haris Kenjar, Interior Design: Sean Anderson
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