What is Organic Modern Design for the Home?
Organic modern style home decor offers a welcoming minimal and modern interior design with a touch of warmth. With this theme, the goal is to create a cozy, uncluttered home, combining the clean look of midcentury modern and contemporary design with farmhouse-style warmth. As someone who likes each of these styles individually, and also wants to create a space that is easy to maintain, organic modern interior design really speaks to me. Here, I’ll be sharing more about this versatile home decor style, along with some of related pieces to spark your inspiration!
Organic Modern Interior Design
Sometimes described as minimalism meeting Mother Nature, organic modern design uses modern architecture as the base upon which to layer natural and organic materials. With this in mind, the goal is to create a comfortable and effortless vibe.
Colors & Textures for the Home
Typically highlighting neutral colors, this style incorporates pops of rich accent colors and textures. Overall, organic modernism blends comfort and cozy vibes with clean contemporary design.
With a crisp, clean base, this home style is easily customized with boho chic or rustic vogue accents or earthy home decor.
Various Form Study Vases from West Elm
Make the space your own with natural materials and textures, along with soft, organic shapes. For example, add color to the area with plants, as desired. Similarly, handmade crafts are a great way to add character to the space.
Organic Modern Interior Style Pieces
Here, I’m sharing a selection of organic modern style pieces I’ve found in my research, from my favorite Ruggable rugs to furniture to small planters and accents. Whether you want to make big changes or simply add small details, there are plenty of great modern organic decor pieces to try.
Furniture & Rugs
Simply based on size, furniture is the easiest, most effective way to create an organic modern style space. Whether you are outfitting a full home, or looking to replace a piece at a time, these pieces are perfect for an organic modernism living room.
Top Row: Pictograph Media Console | Carolina Floating Headboard
Bottom Row: Sana Stone Ruggable (also comes in Sage Green) | Carlo Mid-Century Chair
As for rugs, Ruggables are a favorite of mine because they’re so easy to clean. They’re especially perfect for high-traffic areas. Pictured above is the Sana Rug from Ruggable, which comes in the sand color pictured as well as a sage green.
Home Accents & Art
My art choices here align with the organic modern farmhouse style. Like the earthy green wall art in the bottom row, muted wall art pieces are great if you have expansive wall space. Adding light and aroma are also fun ways to pull the theme together, whether that is with ceramic hurricanes or scented candles.
Top Row: Ceramic Hurricane Candleholders | Form Study Vases | Blue Dash Pouf
Bottom Row: Vinyl Records Anecdote Candle* | Minimalist Textured Painting | Decker Acacia Wood Lanterns
*Use my code CATSANDCOFFEEBYCC for 15% off your order at Anecdote Candles. Learn more about the brand here.
Kitchen Pieces & Serveware
I love to cook, so kitchenware are some of my favorite pieces to shop for. The kitchen pieces here place emphasis on neutral tones with natural textures. From textured cotton napkins to rich wood serving bowls, these are beautiful organic modern farmhouse style pieces for any home chef.
Top Row: Natural Teak Serving Stand | Organic Shaped Wood Serving Bowls | Enamel Iron Beverage Tub
Bottom Row: Teak Serving Bowl | Rattan Tray | Reclaimed Teak Cutting Board
Which of these organic modern style finds is your favorite?
I especially love the Pictograph Media Console (we have this!)
and the Ceramic Hurricane Candleholders!
*This post was originally published in July 2022. It was most recently updated on July 16, 2023.
