Have You Heard of the New Apple Cider Design Style?

If you’ve been scrolling social media lately, you may have seen the buzz about apple cider design style. Perfect for fall decorating, it’s a cozy new trend that popped up in 2024 and is really taking off lately. Inspired by the colors and comforts of autumn, it mixes the rustic charm of cabincore with the softer, nostalgic vibes of cottagecore.

Think warm woods, plaid throws, amber glass, and nature-inspired accents that make your home feel as inviting as a mug of cider on a chilly day. Explore the following collection of ideas that capture the apple cider aesthetic, so you can bring this fresh-yet-familiar fall look into your own space!

 

This first room is a great example of the apple cider design style in action. Rich cider-toned trim and wainscoting wrap the space in warmth, while the plaid dining chairs and dark wood accents add a rustic, cabin-inspired coziness. Soft textures like the slipcovered armchair and gathered fabric lamp shade balance the look with a touch of cottage comfort, creating the perfect autumn-ready gathering spot.

Photo by Heidi Caillier Design

 

A cozy New England living room leans perfectly into this recent design style with its warm wood trim, braided rug, and cozy striped upholstery in cider-red tones. Layered pillows and blankets in plaid and solid add nostalgic comfort the style is known for.

Photo by Rikki Snyder

 

Apple cider design is a blend of cabin and cottagecore styles, so you’ll see a blend of wood trim, paneling, and furniture with soft textures like wool blankets and cotton fabrics. Note the wooden bowl of apples on the dining table to zero in on the organic aesthetic. 

Photo by Cullman and Kravis

 

Cider-toned paneling wraps this bedroom in cozy warmth while blue paint, pulled from the blanket’s palette, adds just a touch of coolness to the trim and ceiling. A down-filled comforter creates a bed you want to sink in during the shorter, crisper days of fall.

Photo by Beige and Bleu Design Studio

 

Think golden delicious apples when you see this kitchen with its yellow cabinetry paired with a cool-toned checkerboard floor. A white ceiling and trim work add a fresh crispness while the retro refrigerator brings a vintage vibe. Here you’ll find another wooden bowl of apples on the countertop while camp lanterns grace the top of the cupboard.

Photo by Beige and Bleu Design Studio

 

Wood paneling is making a comeback, likely for its warmth and organic appeal. A lighter wood table keeps the dining nook from feeling to heavy. If you’re game to add apple cider design to your home, consider using Minwax’s stain named after the favored fall beverage. 

Photo by User

 

Fans of red will enjoy that this spicy hue is a staple of apple cider design. Just a few touches of the color is all that’s needed, and the vintage green table lamp gives a nod to the leaves of an apple. 

Photo by Lisa Michael Interiors

 

A four-season porch speaks to the cabin aesthetic with its red-stained ceiling, stone fireplace and floor, and wagon wheel style pendant light. Dark gray wicker chairs balance well with the red chest and pillows. 

Photo by Lands End Development – Designers & Builders

 

Reflect the amber tone of cider with vintage brown bottles. Placed at the windowsill above the sink, the bottles will cast a cozy glow when the sunlight touches them. A bouquet of bittersweet on the kitchen island creates a festive fall focal point. Note how the glow of the bulbs in the pendant light match the tone of the bottles. 

Photo by Robert Granoff

 

Are you vibing on apple cider design? Do you enjoy the mix of cottage and cabin elements to create warm and cozy interiors that are perfect for fall? If yes, get ready to curl up under a wool blanket with a good book and a mug of warm cider!

Photo by The Tartan Blanket Co.