While Ikea is typically known for a modern Scandinavian design influence, I wanted to see if I could create a very on-trend, French-Provincial inspired bedroom with a dash of Cottage Core.
French-Provincial Cottage Concept Board posted 9/3/2023.
Inspiration
I wanted to create a budget friendly space from an accessible retailer, in this case, Ikea. They have some great bed options I used as a jumping off point for the space. Here are the pieces that won in the poll!
Color & Scale
While box molding and wood floors help set the space for this French-Provincial bedroom, a moody paint color also injected some personality. Ikea appeals to the masses, so most of their pieces come in neutral colors like this bed. Hints of sage green give the room a cozy feel like you might be in the French countryside.
These sage nightstands don’t really lend themselves to either style typically but, the color was great, and they were an appropriate height for the bed. The cabinet door and wood touch on top felt a little Cottage like though. A little lantern on top also leans towards a cottage feel.
I also brought the sage color down to the ottomans at the foot of the bed.
Floral patterns are a must for the Cottage Core style especially if you can layer them like I did with this bedding set and rug. A white duvet keeps it feeling light and French-Provincial. A dark green blanket adds some depth.
Styling
Floral art prints and some greenery made this room feel slightly vintage, especially with this gold mirror perfect for this space.
A dark green desk in the corner with a fluted lamp and faux plant creates a cute vanity or work-space moment. I went with this stool in a light wood to tie back to the wood on the nightstands and also have a dash of modernity.
Textural moments like the wicker waste basket and throw blanket at the foot of the bed add to the cozy factor.
Now Step Back
A French cottage bedroom done in all Ikea! I love that this concept board could easily be adapted to any room size since that is Ikea’s niche. The sage and dark greens could also easily be swapped out for a blush, plum, or terracotta for a moodier or warmer look.
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