20 Creative and Cozy Rustic Kids' Bedrooms

Kids fly through bedroom styles and themes faster than you can say “redecorate.” That’s why I’m a huge fan of picking a foundational style that’s easy to update later on.

The magic of a rustic bedroom is how beautifully it plays with other styles, letting you create totally fun and clever new spaces down the line. I’ve rounded up 20 gorgeous rustic kids’ bedrooms that are so good, they put most adult rooms to shame!

1. A Modern Rustic Mix

I am completely obsessed with bedrooms that perfectly marry modern aesthetics with that classic rustic style. It creates such a flowing and beautiful fusion between the two vibes.

Crafting a kids’ room that feels both sophisticated and rustic is way easier than it sounds, and the best part is you get a space that evolves right alongside your child’s changing tastes.

Instead of going all in with heavy wood elements and weathered textures, think about using more contemporary decor and accessories. You could add a reclaimed wood nightstand or a stunning wooden headboard to make a huge statement in an otherwise modern room.

The key here is to keep the color palette feeling warm and earthy, with a rustic bed frame, while sprinkling in some chic, modern touches.

Hint of blue and silvery gray enliven the rustic bedroom [Design: Hunter and Company Interior Design] — A touch of blue and silvery gray totally wakes up this rustic space. [Design: Hunter and Company Interior Design]

Fabulous bedroom has a cheerful, airy ambiance [Design: MAC Custom Homes] — This amazing bedroom just feels so happy and open. [Design: MAC Custom Homes]

A balanced blend of rustic and modern styles in the beautiful kids' bedroom [Design: Jauregui Architect] — Such a gorgeous and balanced mix of rustic and modern in this kid’s room. [Design: Jauregui Architect]

Attic kids' bedroom with low furnishings and skylight [Design: Dyanne Wilson Photography] — Love this attic bedroom with its low furniture and bright skylight. [Design: Dyanne Wilson Photography]

Functional kids' room keeps the design simple and elegant [Design: Jennifer Hoey Interior Design] — This practical kids’ room proves simple can be absolutely elegant. [Design: Jennifer Hoey Interior Design]

Wooden beams give the bedroom a rustic touch [Design: Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors] — Those gorgeous wooden beams add the perfect rustic feel. [Design: Jett Thompson Antiques & Interiors]

2. Clever and Fun Designs

Let’s be clear, rustic doesn’t have to mean old and worn. For a kid’s room, you definitely want to bring in some color to liven things up! Bedding and pillows are such a simple way to splash a lot of color into a rustic bedroom without changing the overall vibe.

Also, try to think of creative ways to give the room a playful little twist with one of a kind bunk bed designs, fun play nooks, and ladders that totally steal the show. You can add a pop of pink and a plush white rug to give a girls’ bedroom a softer touch.

For a boys’ room, a minimal metal bed frame can add a cool industrial feel. It is all about thinking creatively and having some fun with it!

Ladder and railing on the bunk bed give the bedroom a cool touch [Design: Meadow Mountain Homes] — The ladder and railing on this bunk bed are such a cool detail. [Design: Meadow Mountain Homes]

Smart design combines kids' bedroom and playroom spaces [Design: Andrew Roby General Contractors] — What a smart way to combine a bedroom and playroom. [Design: Andrew Roby General Contractors]

Shape a unique bunk bed for the rustic kids' room [Design: Slifer Designs] — Creating a totally unique bunk bed for a rustic kids’ room is a great idea. [Design: Slifer Designs]

Perfect bed nooks for bedrooms with a sloping roof [Design: Giana Allen Design] — These bed nooks are just perfect for rooms with a slanted ceiling. [Design: Giana Allen Design]

Stylish kids' bedroom with rustic and industrial touches [Design: Lisa Michael Interiors] — A super stylish kid’s room with hints of rustic and industrial design. [Design: Lisa Michael Interiors]

Saarinen Womb Chair adds chic glamour to the kids' bedroom [Design: Jennifer Hoey Interior Design] — That Saarinen Womb Chair brings some serious glamour to this kid’s room. [Design: Jennifer Hoey Interior Design]

3. The Ultimate Cabin Vibe

When you think of rustic style, the first image that usually pops into your head is big logs and rough wood surfaces covering the walls and ceiling.

While that look might not be a natural fit for most modern houses, you can still give your kid’s room a special transformation by adding a few beams to define the ceiling and bring some warmth into the space.

One of the absolute best ways to do this is by turning an attic into a cool kids’ bedroom, since the sloped ceiling really enhances the rustic style. Besides giving you that winter cabin look you’re going for, wood also introduces amazing textural contrast and gives the bedroom a super soothing and fantastic atmosphere.

Bring the mountain cabin look home with a rustic kids' bedroom [Design: Montana Creative architecture + design] — Get that mountain cabin feel at home with a rustic kids’ room. [Design: Montana Creative architecture + design]

Americana meets rustic style inside this kids' bedroom [Design: Jean Macrea Interiors] — This is where Americana style meets rustic in a kids’ bedroom. [Design: Jean Macrea Interiors]

Walls sconces add to the elegant rustic vibe in the kids' bedroom [Design: Montana Build] — Wall sconces bring such an elegant rustic vibe to this room. [Design: Montana Build]

A cabin inspired rustic kid’s room is also a fantastic idea for sleepovers, because bunk beds are pretty much standard in these spaces.

If you have more than a couple of kids, you can totally lean into this style and create a whole wall of bunk beds, complete with cool ladders and built in steps!

With a little extra room and the right storage, this bedroom can easily pull double duty as the perfect playroom too.