Rustic modern
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Rustic Modern or rustic chic[citation needed] is a style of interior design that uses of historical period room installations or furniture within an overall more modern room design.
Perhaps the first use of the term "Rustic Modern" in popular culture came appeared in press following the burial of movie star Marilyn Monroe. On August 8, 1962, United Press International published an article regarding the services for the actress that stated, "thousands of spectators were expected to throng the area around the small 'rustic modern' chapel and mausoleum where the 36-year-old-actress will be entombed."[1]
In 2000 author, Ali Hanan released a book entitled Modern Rustic: Natural Ideas for a Contemporary Lifestyle on the subject of the method of interior design in which he wrote that "creating the rustic modern look is an organic process that takes time and commitment. Some decorative touches ... may take some effort tracking down, but the end result is timeless".[2]
The concept of Rustic Modern interior design received increased attention in 21th century, especially in the State of California.[3] This incarnation of design includes design elements known as "kitsch", representing the 20th century trends such as chalkboards or twig racks alongside modern conveniences like reduced energy lighting and other state-of-the-art design elements.[3]