Mt. ShadowsRustic Bedroom, Seattle

Framing isn’t always necessary, though, if you’re going for that no-frills, rustic look in which authenticity and simple, straightforward materials are prized. Here, the wall studs themselves provide the framing needed to pull this map taut and tack it into place. The result is a room that seems very much at home in its coastal cottage. In fact, it almost feels like a little boat shed.

Go beyond white. There’s definitely a theme here: white walls. But this room has something a little more rustic going on with the different shades of wood in the room. It blends a weathered, lighter wood behind the rafters, a golden stain on the window and varying shades on the wide-plank floor. Don't be afraid to introduce a variety of woods and stains into your rustic cottage.

8. Create a vacation vibe. You can conjure the mood of your favorite vacation spot with a few key elements.Lake: regional map, wool camp blankets, vintage booksBeach: driftwood, sea-grass rug, airy white curtains and beddingBig city: bold wallpaper, vintage chandelier, upholstered headboardTropics: seaside photo prints, vintage postcards tucked into bamboo blinds, tropical potted plants

Twin beds. A pair of beds instantly transforms a room into one that's reminiscent of nights at camp and is a good option for a guest or kid's room. (If your visitors are 5'11" or taller, you may want to go a different route.)

The perfect setup for a vacation cabin in the woods.

This is a cozy cabin vibe at its best. I imagine one would sleep quite well in here, no matter how narrow the bed!

Plus, ceilings that draw the eye up open up people's perception of a space, as they're looking up and down in addition to at eye level.

One, simple light fixture, within arms reach, would encourage me to read more while I relaxed on this bed.

Drywall, Schmrywall. Who needs it when you can just paint the rafters and other framing? This room has a modern rustic look.

A framed map of the area would be great in a cottage

Window color didn’t from walls, cool

Like the rustic exposed wood style