Get the Look for Less: Traditional Home White Bedroom

Can country style decorating be cool, sexy and modern? Yes, yes and yes. I love this room on Traditional Home's website (from a Cape Cod showhouse) because it goes a long way toward chipping away at country's beleaguered stereotype. This isn't your grandma's old-school country!

Here's how I break down this room. First, incorporating one or two pieces of black furniture will bring any style decades forward. Second, mention twigs and I guarantee eye-rolls, but this twig chandelier is a show-stopper when placed in a minimalist environment. The ladderback chair is a classic early American design that adds a bit of history and soul to the room. Lastly, craftsmanship (or the look of craftsmanship) is integral to the country look. This poster bed has texture, simple lines and a wonderful handmade feel. Keep the room spare, and you have beautiful, modern country.