I recently picked up a vintage lamp with a rattan lampshade during an antiquing trip with my sisters, and it got me thinking about how I love to make rattan work in my moody, modern, traditional home.
It’s hard to find rattan that doesn’t immediately give off a beachy vibe—that was part of the inspiration behind our rattan collection with Shades of Light. I love how it can add a softer silhouette and feel to a traditional space when it has a smaller, tighter weave. And rattan actually blends beautifully with cottage style, another one of my favorite looks.
To make rattan work in a more traditional or cottage setting, the key is to ground it with moody colors. Think deep blues, rich greens, or even charcoal grays on your walls, upholstery, or rugs. Also, try to incorporate a variety of darker wood tones. Mixing in pieces of mahogany, walnut, or even painted black wood alongside your rattan items will prevent the space from feeling too light, airy, or overly coastal.
By combining rattan with a moody palette and diverse wood finishes, you can create a layered, traditional-style interior that’s far from the typical beach house vibe. Here are some mood boards I put together inspired by our new lighting collection!
Mood Board: Traditional Elegance with Natural Warmth
This look features a floral upholstered chair, a dark wood pedestal table, and a scalloped rattan light fixture, all grounded by a striped rug. It evokes a cozy, sophisticated cottage or study aesthetic with an inviting charm.
Greta Pendant | Dinner Bell | Upholstered Dining Chair | Dining Table | Marble Bowl | Henry Denim/Ivory
Mood Board: Sophisticated Seaside Retreat
This look blends dark, traditional furniture with natural textures and luxurious accents. The striking black dresser and gold mirror are softened by a scalloped rattan lamp and the natural colors of the marbled box, hinting at a worldly, well-traveled aesthetic.
Greta Table Lamp | Mirror | Great Escapes: Italy Coffee Table Book | Marble Lidded Box | Dresser | Bradley Sage/Olive Rug
Mood Board: Grounded Elegance with Natural Touches
This look combines a bold, striped upholstered bed and a dark nightstand with the organic shapes of a rattan sconce and botanical art. A patterned, traditional rug grounds the bedroom, while the black & white tree prints give off a hint of nature-inspired calm.
Greta Sconce | Tree Print 1 | Tree Print 2 | Nightstand | Bed Frame | Jules Ocean/Spice Rug | Duvet Set
Mood Board: Grand Entryway with Botanical Flair
This look marries a stately, dark wood hall tree with antique-inspired botanical wallpaper and a bold checkered floor (they’re peel-and-stick tiles!). The rattan light fixture and shiny metal umbrella stand add a glow, creating a welcoming entry or mudroom.
Greta Ceiling Light | Wallpaper | Hall Tree | Oxblood Floorpops | Umbrella Stand
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