Relax and recharge in your own rustic retreat with the DFS Mid-Century Cabin Trend.
If rustic retreats are your thing, then the Mid-Century Cabin trend from DFS could be just for you. This look is all about indulging your childhood dreams of hiding out in a cabin in the woods but doing so without compromising on style or comfort.
Combining rustic, cosy charm and natural materials with a sophisticated mid-century modern edge, this look is perfect if you’re looking to add a sense of magic to your children’s bedroom, or just simply want to create a living space that feels like a retreat from modern life.
Kellie Wyles, Head of Upholstery at DFS, says: “The mid-century cabin look is characterised by the use of warm woods with rich shades of brown, yellow and green, which combine to offer a grounding effect that connects you back with nature. Mid-century silhouettes work particularly well within this scheme, delivering functionality and pared back style for an easy-going look, while plants, matte finishes and layered rugs lend a cosy, cocooning feel to a space.”
Put mid-century silhouettes centre stage
The DFS Lucca recliner chair and stool and French Connection Zinc sofa available exclusively at DFS, are perfect centrepieces for creating a stylish yet homely mid-century cabin vibe. The soft leather and a walnut trim of the recliner chair add an air of sophistication to a space, while the adjustable headrest and sleek manual controls offer customisable comfort.
The walnut detailing echoes the contemporary walnut wooden legs on the French Connection Zinc sofa, available exclusively at DFS. This hugely popular sofa with its angled arms, rounded seats and button-back cushions fuses mid-century style with modern comfort and is available in a range of colours and materials, including a beautiful warm green. Contrast with the French Connection Zinc footstool available exclusive at DFS in a rust red, to bring autumnal warmth into the space.
Left to Right: French Connection Zinc Plain Large Footstool in Orange, €379, available exclusively at DFS; DFS Matias Large Rug, €349;
DFSLucca Recliner Swivel Chair and Stool in Navy, €1,329; French Connection Zinc 4-Seater Sofa in Green, €1,139, available exclusively at DFS; and DFS Mariano side table, €259.
Embrace playful practicality
The Mid-Century Cabin trend is also about multifunctionality and maximising smaller spaces so that they work hard for everyone.
For a playful take on practicality, the DFS Dual Storage Bunk Bed Set with built-in drawers is perfect for a shared bedroom or children’s room, offering helpful storage solutions to minimise mess and maximise floor space.
Available in a beautiful warm blue frame, this bed can be layered with cushions in rich sunshine shades for ultimate cabin cosiness.
DFS Dual Storage Bunk Bed Set in Grey, €1,234
Welcome in the warmth
To create the perfect Mid-Century Cabin look, it’s also important to bring warmth into a space, with layered details, soft fabrics and cosy nooks to snuggle into. Statement patterned rugs – such as the Matias rug shown above – will add warmth and texture to any space, whilst also allowing you to subtly zone different areas for work, rest and play. Complete the look with scatter cushions and artwork favouring abstract or geometric prints, terracotta and ceramic objects, and soft lighting.
