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.
How to Decorate with Faux Flowers
Flowers are a timeless and classic addition to any home decor. But let's face it: fresh flowers can be expensive and require constant care. That's where faux florals come in!
Fall Decorating Ideas
From incorporating earthy tones and textures to adding layers of warmth with blankets and candles, we'll guide you through creating a space that exudes the essence of fall.
Two Tone Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Two tone kitchen cabinet ideas covering color combinations, contrast pairings, and styling guidance for modern, farmhouse, traditional, and rustic kitchens — from subtle tonal variations to bold contrasts.
Modern Rustic Rugged Design with Sean Anderson
Modern, rugged, rustic design is the perfect marriage of modern and traditional, with a touch of roughness that adds character and a masculine edge to any space.
Modern Farmhouse Decorating Ideas
One of the most popular design styles of the moment, modern farmhouse design combines the best of both worlds – the warmth and coziness of a traditional farmhouse with clean lines and contemporary finishes.
Rustic & Farmhouse Christmas Wreaths
Step into a charming holiday home adorned with rustic farmhouse style this Christmas. Embrace this traditional design aesthetics’ warmth and unique character with stunning wreaths and garland ideas.
Christmas Tablescape Ideas
Step into a winter wonderland and let the magic of Christmas come alive right at your dining table with these enchanting tablescape ideas.
Christmas Bedroom Ideas
As the temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, there's no better way to create a cozy and festive ambiance than by transforming your bedroom into a winter wonderland.
Rustic Christmas Home Tour
This rustic Christmas home tour was inspired by the design work of Ken Fulk, who is renowned for his layered interiors, high-concept hospitality brands and unforgettable parties.
Country Home Decorating Ideas
This article will explore tips and ideas to help you create a country-inspired haven that will make you feel like you've escaped to a serene farmhouse.
Girls Farmhouse Bedroom Ideas
Children's farmhouse bedrooms are cozy and charming and provide easy opportunity to make a few seamless changes as they mature.
Cream Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Cream kitchen cabinet ideas curated by interior designer Tracy Svendsen. Warmer than white and more versatile than beige, cream cabinets work beautifully across farmhouse, rustic, traditional, and modern kitchens.
White Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
White kitchen cabinet ideas for 2026 — warm whites, natural materials, and layered textures that keep the look bright, current, and inviting.
Modern Farmhouse Home Offices
In this article, we'll explore some tips and ideas on combining modern and farmhouse style for your home office and how to make the most of your workspace.
Modern Farmhouse Dining Room Ideas
From rustic wooden tables and vintage-inspired lighting fixtures to cozy upholstered chairs and trendy decor accessories, these ideas will help create a warm ambiance for family meals and entertaining guests.
Modern Farmhouse Bathroom Ideas
The modern farmhouse bathroom aesthetic combines traditional country elements with contemporary design features to create a warm and inviting space.
Country Cottage Decorating Ideas
There's something magical about a country cottage's cozy, inviting atmosphere. With its rustic charm and quaint decor, it's no wonder that so many people dream of creating a haven in the countryside.
Modern Farmhouse Living Room Ideas
Modern farmhouse living room ideas covering color palettes, furniture, and the mix of rustic and contemporary elements that define the style.
Black Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Black doesn't have to mean dark. See how the right pairings, finishes, and natural materials turn black cabinetry into a warm, sophisticated kitchen.
Blue Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Blue kitchen cabinet ideas spanning navy to coastal tones — see how the right pairings turn blue cabinetry into a calm, grounded kitchen.
Green Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Green kitchen cabinet ideas spanning sage to forest tones — see how the right materials turn green cabinetry into a timeless, grounded kitchen.
Shelf Styling Ideas
Whether you're a design enthusiast or just looking to add character to your home, this comprehensive guide is packed with tips and inspiration to help you transform your shelves into stunning focal points.
Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinet Ideas
Farmhouse kitchen cabinet ideas covering colors, hardware, and cabinet styles — from classic Shaker and beadboard to modern and vintage farmhouse interpretations.
Farmhouse Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
Farmhouse kitchen backsplashes are an important design element in any kitchen and contribute to the overall appearance.
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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