I’m a minimalist, but I would trade my neutral living room for Tom Cruise’s cabin-style space in a heartbeat – cozy, luxurious, and super chic.
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If you asked any visitor to my small London apartment to define my living room in one word, they would probably say minimalist.
Except for the bookshelf full of books and a few plants, my living room maintains a predominantly neutral color scheme. However, it’s hard not to be charmed by Tom Cruise’s former ranch in Colorado, which has become my dream space.
The Mission Impossible actor owned a chalet hidden in the Telluride mountains, designed to be cozy yet luxurious. According to Homes & Gardens, if you’re looking for cabin decorating ideas, this space is a perfect example.
The wood-paneled walls are, according to designers interviewed by the site, the first step to creating a chalet-style home. Varied textures, including leather armchairs, patterned rugs, and blankets, warm the space, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere during winter.
Tom Cruise decorated the chalet with art books, vases, and sculptures, bringing his personality into the space and making it anything but minimalist. Despite his eclectic style, it is, in my opinion, a perfect space to inspire any living room project ahead of fall.
Although my urban apartment is no match for the Colorado cabin, I can still apply some lessons of coziness and timelessness. Claire Garner, director of Claire Garner Design Studio, highlights that replicating wood paneling is an excellent starting point to bring this style into any living room. To complement, you can add layered textures such as sheepskin rugs, available at Wayfair, which help keep the room cozy without overwhelming it.
“To create a cabin feel, wood paneling offers instant warmth and personality. Balance the richness of the wood with lighter, textured elements, such as soft wool throws, linen cushions, or fluffy rugs, ensuring the space remains bright and inviting,” Claire explained in an interview with Homes & Gardens.
In addition, natural materials like stone, leather, and wicker baskets can complement the wood and enhance the rustic and cozy charm of the living room.
The choice of lighting is also essential. Claire recommends “a layered approach, combining a central light fixture, table lamps, and sconces, to create cozy nooks and a welcoming glow.”
In terms of color palette, earthy tones such as deep greens, warm ochres, and soft neutrals harmonize perfectly with the wooden elements. To modernize the space, you can add contemporary details, such as metallic fireplace screens or modern artwork, preventing the room from looking outdated.
According to Homes & Gardens, if this living room has captured my attention, it’s almost certain to delight any lover of elegant, cozy, and timeless interior décor.
Source: Homes & Gardens. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
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