Lodge is not feminine to me. Linen upholstered bed is nice. Is there a reason you want a lodge look?

Something must have appealed to you when you bought the coverlet and pillows. Was it the black and red combo? What sort of styles do you like?

Actually, the lodge style coverlet and shams were the only king size bed covers in the house when we switched from queen to king size bed. It was kinda quick fix, but I liked the plaid pattern and the red and black color. Seems simple and reassuring. Also the carpet is red, so it coordinates, hence the accent red in the pictures above the lamps. So I am rethinking the feminine style usually associated with linen upholstery. I would like to find a middle ground between strong and dark "rusticana" of the lodge style and more polished and soft linen. They do seem to cross over in the organic theme, though linen seems to invite country or cottage style with finer furniture, while of course the lodge seems to suggest much more primitive forms and darker colors. So I am looking for suggestions. I thought that the black embroidered pillow with a bird and branches motif had answered to both styles. But beyond that I am at a loss. Any suggestions?

http://houzz.com/photos/2890619

I love this bedroom very much. Although it is described as Moroccan style it is also conceivable as modern south western lodge. The pillows certainly speak to that. But the way that colors are tied in and accessories are edited is just fantastic. I would like to achieve a similar effect.

Here is the art work that I thought of using in place of the corrals above the night stands. The horse theme seems to go well with lodge, yet it's not too rustic or literal interpretation of the style, which I'd like to avoid.

http://ak1.ostkcdn.com/images/products/7026291/6c751f39-23d1-4833-81fe-679624542346_600.jpg

http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Philippe-Sainte-Laudy-Red-Vison-Canvas-Art/7551554/product.html

This is a more rustic kind of image, but still has reds, blacks and greys in them. Could be hung opposite the bed on the empty wall. But this would leave the main issue of the head wall , so I would probably need to look for a pair of paintings anyway.

An example of modern rustic from Ballard Designs

And this is from an idea book on House ( not mine) showing how more modern pillows could play off your coverlet:

I love your room - except for the plaid. It screams "lumberjack" to me!

The gray sheets & drapes are very zen with the linen - & do not go with the plaid at all - sorry. I'd torpedo the plaid & go w/ any solid color (or mainly solid) spread/shams you like. Or one of those crisp white spreads with a gray border. Add a couple of red throw pillows or shams to tie in w/ your beautiful art.

These? From Wayfair

Hi Natasha, I like where you are going with the room but would get rid of the plaid and go with something softer.

How is your budget when it comes to replacing your coverlet?

Here's a lodge look where bleached wood has helped with the vibe. Adding bleached wood bedside tables, and a twig sculptural arrangement on a wall or over the window might help pull the room in the direction you're seeking.

This is not a good look for a feminine room....are you a lumber jack? You need to change the coverlet before you get any further into this. Do you have a guest room where you could move the plaid? Nothing in the room says feminine--even the lamps are are too much metal and the curtain with grommets isn't a soft look. While I wouldn't suggest a lace or ruffles you should find a picture in a magazine and model your room after it.

I'd suggest a fabric gathered in a pouf at the top and covering the window above the bed something sililar to this.

Don't spend any more money on this hard, masculine look. Sorry but you need to get back on track.

Thank you everyone. Right, I guess, I will have to think about using the coverlet and shams in another room. No one seems to like it in this bedroom. Did anybody look at the Moroccan style bedroom I referred to earlier on Houzz? Or is it a completely different approach? I guess what motivated me here was to go beyond the dogma of softness for the sake of softness in the bedroom, and I wanted to add texture, adventure and an organic element, without turning it into a lumberjack abode. I felt the black and red in the coverlet were rich and saturated colors, and could be used in a more modern and urban interpretation of a lodge. Hmmm.... No takers?

Your coverlet is challenging because it is (if I'm correct) also known as a lumberjack blanket and evokes images of camping. It is often used in boys' bedrooms.

However, if you want a modern interpretation of a lodge and you find it the pattern and colors attractive I still think you could integrate it into your room but it would indeed be a challenge. And not with the headboard and curtains ( at least not that I can see)..

That "Moroccan" room you've shown and described as "fantastic" early in this thread has that same rustic feel and you've noted that it appeals to you.

The "Moroccan" room also has 2 more modern lights next to the bed as well as a non-rustic headboard and bench so I still think you could add modern and bold accents. However, the blanket (which does look inviting) evokes a rustic and not feminine look.

Sorry,, but I do feel that you need to commit to one or the other,... either the headboard and curtains and related decor- or the rustic style.

There is no judgment here. Perhaps you could show more photos of bedrooms that you like. Forgetting the coverlet is red and black a combo you want in your room?

Here's what is described as a modern lodge look: To my eyes, it looks a bit bare but it is an example.

It reminds me of my timeshare I stayed in Daily Scotland. It was very nice. Except your art looks like ocean coral?

This one incorporates feminine and rustic touches but not black and red.it is my favorite.

I love what you are trying to do. As someone commented earlier, it is quite the challenge. Maybe more natural accessories? Baskets, flora, maybe a soft throw in the grey and red tones. Don't give up!

An additional note that I'd like to add is to swap the grey pull shade behind the bed. I believe that's a window and a shade behind the bed, am I correct? I'd suggest swapping it with a soft neutral balloon shade with a matching colored pull shade underneath to block out the light when needed. The grey curtains and shade is too heavy for the room. I'd change them with something lighter and more neutral. You can also add contrasting patterns in a similar color palette as the new sham and pillows, but it depends on which direction you want to go with the style.

Eric, great ideas! Thank you. So, here is what we've got. Add fullness to the bed by pairing plaids with flowers and adding a contrasting bed skirt. Paint the wall in the deeper gray color to enhance the look of linen; replace the blind with balloon shades; and change out the drapes to something more soft and coordinating with the linen headboard; last but not least, change the lamps from metal to something light and organic looking. I think we nailed it. I will post the picture when we are finished. In the meantime, thank you, everyone and please keep shopping for me. All ideas are much appreciated as this is an unusual call.

Once you paint the wall, I'd post a pic before changing out the window treatments. Can you skirt that bed? I thought it was linen like the headboard.

I agree with belle54 that you shouldn't give up. I too think the right accessories will help tie the room together. I like the paid bedding.... It's unexpected but you have given it a modern vibe. Here are some lamp styles that may help complete your look.

Can't wait to see what you do!

Reviewing all the suggestion, I concluded that the crucial element in defining the feel and style of the room would be wall art. Once I can settle on something I like it would be easy to then choose accessories. So I've been working to find pieces for above the night stands. Here is one:

http://www.overstock.com/7902793/product.html

And here is another:

http://www.overstock.com/5963173/product.html

As you can see these two will take us into totally different directions. The first framed in linen matting suggest organic cottage style, the second of course speaks to the great outdoors. Let's take a poll who likes the first and second better for the "modern lodge" bedroom.

Have you considered photos which incorporate both the country feel but also have a modern edge? You could even take family photos, have them professionally cropped and tinted to work with your room.

Example (not necessarily the color but the concept): http://2photo.ru/4074-zavorazhivajushhie_fotografii_nashejj_planety_zemlja_fotograf_mitch_dobrowner/63-foto/

A photo example. Think of landscape photography which has the edginess and graphic qualities to connect both modern and rustic design.again, perhaps sepia or grayed if it s your own photo ad not an original artist's work.

curtains and blinds look great!

@jcorn1 thank you for the black and white photos. I was just browsing through some by Anselm Adams and by a company called Great American Picture which specializes in natural beauty. The combination of dramatic landscape with black and white tone would definitely answer both calls for "lodge" feel and for modernity. They will also look good in sleek metal frames perhaps paired with similar tone lamps. The next thing would be to find coordinating curtains and throw pillows. Again I would opt for crisp black and white.

I'm glad that photography interests you as potential art for the room. It could be quite evocative if mixed with a choice from Keitha's lamps. But remember I am not a professional designer but someone throwing out opinions. I am drawn to eclectic decor.

@jcorn1 also thank you for the rustic feminine room earlier. It is really surprising in pairing lovely feminine touches like florals and soft pastels with rustic twigs of the bed and glorious bird drawings. This picture gave me hope that my idea is not utterly ludicrous. One can combine feminine and rustic in one place, I just need to be patient.

Here are 2 other examples, one with an intriguing touch of red, both done for or by Diane Keaton who has a knack for combining various elements in her homes. The work is shown, if you scroll way down, by the site "Designer Dad" at http://www.designerdadstudio.com/2012_08_05_archive.html

I do like the red, both evoking rustic but with a twist and bringing in the red from your checked spread. It is, though definitely rustic yet not quite realistic. Edgier.

Drape a red scarf valence over the curtain and you are done, it is a beautiful space. Great symmetry and nice textures. It just needs a bit of curvy soft things to tie it all together . The lamps Keitha posted are uber cool too. Have fun with your cute space. :)

Agree. Love Keitha's lamps. Some have particularly modern twists there with the rustic too.i like the third lamp best with the thin twiggy shapes.

You could make the plaid work. ... I think.
There is too large of an expanse of plaid. Place a fluffy duvet folded down at the foot of the bed to break up the red. It should be covered in white eyelet. Tuck the red pillows up against the headboard and only let them peek out. Get eyelet shams and place those in front. I like the bird pillow, but you might consider 2 rectangular pillows placed in front if the eyelet... Perhaps out of denim with leather piping and a tufting button in a feminine Chrystal. In other words, put masculine and feminine together on one item to bring it together.

This is the closest example I could find... http://st.houzz.com/simgs/cbe175180d38babe_4-8082/eclectic-bedroom.jpg

Regina - I am so obsessed with seeing how this bedroom turns out! I love the mix of elements in your example photo. Really like the framed textiles (rug pieces?) The lamps don't excite me that is personal taste, nothing more. Otherwise, I find the room so warm and inviting. I do think contemporary lamps would make a huge difference. I"m just not a huge crystal light kind of person. Nice room!

I agree. I don't like the Chrystal lamps either. I used that example photo more for the bedding, but even that is not really what I'm envisioning. Good luck with the room. I'll keep watching for updated photos of your progress.

Thank you Regina5697 and jcorn1! Much appreciated support. I will post new photos a little later in the year as this is a "cold season look" of the room. Right now I have a more summery palette of soft greens and creams going. Besides, the budget is reaching the sky already,with all the new furniture and mattress. So be patient, we will finish it!

Love your room.

Hey there I'm back! Glad you liked the lamps that I suggested and .......like jcprn1 I am excited to see how the room turns out. I especially love the red barn door pic. Thanks @jcorn1 for following me, I love your ideabooks.