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.

Rustic Christmas Gift Guide

Whether you're shopping for the cabin dweller, the farmhouse enthusiast, or anyone who appreciates a touch of rugged elegance, this guide is packed with finds that celebrate the simple beauty of the season. Discover everything from timeless vintage bells and rustic baskets to unique antler decor and stylish leather trays—gifts designed to transform any home into a festive, rustic retreat.

25 Beautiful Rustic Fall Wreaths

Decorating with fall wreaths is a great way to add seasonal flair. It's the first thing people see when approaching your home.

Christmas Porch Ideas

Transform your front door into a festive masterpiece with stunning garlands, wreaths, and other eye-catching decorations. While traditional elements like wreaths and mats are classics, there are many unique ways to elevate your holiday front door decor.

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.

Cozy Christmas Decorating Ideas

From twinkling lights to lush garlands and glittering ornaments, there are many ways to make your home the ultimate holiday retreat. This article explores festive and cozy Christmas decorating ideas to make your home feel warm and inviting.

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 Stairway Decor Ideas

Whether you have a grand staircase or a simple set of steps, there are endless possibilities to make it merry and bright.

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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