67 Farmhouse Decor Ideas for a Modern, Rustic Space

Farmhouse decor is where modern and rustic meets calm and bright. You can incorporate farmhouse style into any style of home, city or country, and it bring a neutral, welcoming aesthetic into any room from the living room to the kitchen, bedroom, dining room, and more.

Yet, while you may be familiar with the basics of farmhouse style thanks to designers like Chip and Joanna Gaines and Studio McGee, there's an art to replicating the farmhouse look in your own home. You can incorporate elements of this aesthetic into your space, like adding texture with accents like a shiplap wall, using neutrals or moody color schemes, or decorating with vintage pieces you've collected over time. Whatever your farmhouse vision, we've rounded up fabulous rooms and compiled corresponding tips on how to add farmhouse flair to your space.

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Display Your Collections in the Kitchen

Antoinette Arrington / Instagram

Farmhouse style spaces are cozy and welcoming, and keeping favorite items on display adds to the lived-in, collected feel that is key to this aesthetic, as exemplified in designer Antoinette Arrington's space.

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Incorporate Soft Sheepskin Accents

Danielle / Instagram

Sheepskin is incredibly versatile—little kids will enjoy laying down on it in the nursery or playroom, and adults will appreciate a sheepskin rug next to the bed, which ensures that feet are nice and cozy when getting up on chilly mornings. Or make like designer Danielle and layer a sheepskin throw on a bench.

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Use a Neutral Color Palette

Brooke / Instagram

When it comes to selecting basic furniture pieces, stick to the neutrals if you're looking to achieve a farmhouse look. Then, feel free to add pops of color in the form of pillows, florals, and other small accent pieces. Designer Brooke shows us how it's done in her serene living space.

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Focus on the Charming Details in the Bathroom

Christina Kim

Even the seemingly smallest details, like bathroom linens, can majorly shape the aesthetic of a room. Here, in this powder room by designer Christina Kim, a hand towel featuring a windowpane print brings a touch of farmhouse fun into the space.

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Opt for White Slipcovered Chairs

Jenn Pablo

Placing white slipcovers atop your chairs will instantly bring the farmhouse look home, as we see in this space by designer Jenn Pablo. And the vase filled with branches is another charming touch—simple greenery is also a farmhouse classic.

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Welcome Guests With a Bench

@westcottonwoodlane / Instagram

Bench seating is so welcoming and classic—if you can fit a metal bench in your entryway, opt for a black hue like designer @westcottonwoodlane did to bring farmhouse style home. Guests will appreciate having a place to put on and take off shoes when they stop by.

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Collect Functional Antiques

Karen

Distressed wooden furniture is always full of beauty and character and is perfect for any farmhouse home. This chest that designer Karen has in her space is filled with tons of charm and provides plenty of function, too.

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Source a Wooden Cabinet

Sandra / Instagram

Wooden cabinets make for excellent storage in the kitchen and also have lots of rustic charm. Designer Sandra opted to keep her cabinet doors open to display all of the beautiful treasures she has inside. Sticking to one color scheme for plates and glassware ensures that her collection appears curated and not overwhelming.

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Add Woven Elements

Megan / Instagram

Woven baskets and trays are staples in any farmhouse home. They add welcome texture and are sturdy enough to stand the test of time. Designer Megan placed ceramic planters atop the tray in her dining room for a simple yet chic centerpiece.

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Paint Your Dining Chairs

Morgan / Instagram

Traditionally, being able to gather together was an important characteristic of farmhouse living, and this concept holds true in today's farmhouse-inspired dining rooms. White painted cane dining chairs shine in this dining space—they pop against the deep blue walls and add a country like element. Designer Morgan also added a vintage inspired rug with warm hues that contributes to the room's welcoming atmosphere.

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Install Barn Doors

Ania / Instagram

They work in any room of the house—even in the loo, as seen here in designer Ania's space. We also like the idea of installing barn doors in a farmhouse bedroom to lead into the closet.

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Install a Farmhouse Sink in the Kitchen

Victoria Bell

If you're renovating the kitchen, a farmhouse style sink is a winning choice. It truly steals the show in this space by designer Victoria Bell and will be the envy of all of your dinner guests.

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Fill Your Fireplace With Rustic Accents

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Adding logs into the opening of a nonfunctioning fireplace brings about that rustic charm that we all crave. Designer @houseandholm's addition of throw blankets and pillows encourages major relaxation. We love how she, too, hung an all-seasons wreath in her home.

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Add Greenery With Plants

Jamie / Instagram

A fiddle leaf fig, like the one designer Jamie has, is a farmhouse must (now say that three times fast!). We often associate plants with boho spaces, but they complement any type of decor. Olive trees (whether real or faux) are also popular among the farmhouse set.

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Embrace Natural wood Elements

Kate Marker Interiors

If you've got a white base on your walls (even if it isn't shiplap), all it takes is a few extra touches in a light colored natural wood elements to add a farmhouse vibe. The bench, shelf, and basket paired with a mixture of farmhouse and modern minimalist accents make this mudroom-laundry room by Kate Marker Interiors a winner.

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Grab a Trunk

Krista / Instagram

You know that trunk that's been collecting dust in the basement? Allow it to see the light of day by making it part of your farmhouse style decor! Trunks are so storied, not to mention they can hold a ton—so if you're wondering where to stash the throw blankets that are constantly taking over your sofa, you have an answer. Sticking your trunk in front of or in the opening of a nonworking fireplace like designer Krista did is an excellent solution.

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Decorate With Rustic Baskets

Krista / Instagram

It's a fact: A farmhouse fanatic can never own enough baskets. Use them as plant pots, to store kitchen linens, in the closet, in the bathroom—you name it. Designer Krista has worked several different types into this one vignette.

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Set Out Wheat Grass

Rukmini / Instagram

Tired of purchasing and repurchasing fresh flowers every week? Place dried wheatgrass in a vase like designer Rukmini did for a simple arrangement that will last all season long and won't need any refreshing. If you're a color lover, you can also add some dried red berry stems into the mix.

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Hang a Modern Farmhouse Wreath

Whitney / Instagram

Wreaths aren't just for the winter holidays—hanging a leafy modern farmhouse wreath year round, like designer Whitney did, will add cheer to your living room decor on any given day. Wreaths last a long time already, but if you really don't want to worry about maintenance, you can always opt for a faux creation—many look extremely convincing.

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Add Shiplap Accents in the Bedroom

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Who needs a headboard when you can install a wall of shiplap behind your bed? Designer Carissa went a bit off the beaten path and opted to paint her shiplap wall black, which adds a moody touch to her sleep space. A rug with earthy tones finishes off the look.

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Create Texture With a Chunky Throw

Janea / Instagram

Seriously, we all know that when it comes to throws, the chunkier, the better. No farmhouse bedroom is complete without a knit blanket like designer Janea's. Drape it over the end of your bed oh-so-casually and thank yourself on chilly evenings when you feel snug as a bug.

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Choose the Right Mirror

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Every entryway needs a mirror—but be sure to pick the right one. A round, black mirror always looks right on trend in a farmhouse style home. Designer Gbeke hung hers in a shiplap-covered hallway, which allows the deep hue to really stand out.

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Bust Out the Beads

Nita

Your coffee table doesn't have to be jam-packed with decor to look chic. Beaded chains are the perfect coffee table accent for a farmhouse home. While neutral, they add textural interest and aren't too delicate. Designer Nita kept her coffee table decor nice and simple—but it's by no means boring.

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Use Cozy Knits

Meeghan / Instagram

Knit blankets aren't just for the bedroom—they shine in the main living area, too! Knit rugs also provide relief for achy feet and prevent a living room from feeling too stuffy. Designer Meeghan even added a knit stool to her setup (we do love a good theme).

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Select Vintage-Inspired Tiles

Michelle Martel / Instagram

Black and white tiles aren't just for French-inspired rooms—they look beautiful in farmhouse spaces, too. Designer Michelle Martel opted for a darling pattern in this bathroom that adds some welcome whimsy to the space.

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Style Wood Stools

Frankie / Instagram

Reclaimed wood stools that are too tiny for anyone to sit on can still make for fabulous decor. Use them as plant stands or to hold vases, as designer Frankie did. The end result? Adorable cottage-like vibes!

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Pretty Up the Porch

Cindy / Instagram

Farmhouses are known for their expansive screen porches, and if you're lucky enough to have one of your down, don't forget to pretty it up! Installing a porch swing big enough for two or three will make warm weather lounging all the more enjoyable. Additionally, an indoor/outdoor carpet and a coffee table will help your outdoor space appear a bit more finished. Designer Cindy's porch is certainly calling our names!

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Set Up a Gardening Station. Outdoors

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Celebrate your love of gardening by setting up a cute station with plant supplies on your screened porch like designer Krizianid did. Farmhouse life is all about spending time outdoors—so go get one with nature already!

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Lean a Rustic Blanket Ladder

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As we keep noting, blankets and cozy accents are integral components of farmhouse decor. A blanket ladder, like the one that designer Jules displayed in her home, is another excellent storage option—and can be DIYed, too.

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Install DIY Board and Batten

Isabel / Instagram

Board and batten is easy to DIY and will take any wall from drab to fab. It looks wonderful in this farmhouse dining room by designer Isabel. Not that there's no need to hang wall decor once it's finished, the design will speak for itself.

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Turn Kitchen Essentials Into Art

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Everyday farmhouse kitchen essentials such as wooden cutting boards can be lined up on the counter and displayed as art, creating a lived-in feel. Designer @therusticdesert grouped a number of go to supplies atop a metal tray to keep things organized.

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Layer Textures and Textiles

Michelle / Instagram

A layered look never goes out of style and adds plenty of coziness to any space. Designer Michelle layered rugs in her living room to create a plush place to relax. Even if your home features existing wall to wall carpet, you don't have to feel trapped. Place a large area rug that's more your style over the majority of the carpet and you'll feel much more at ease in your space.

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Treat the Bathroom Like a Styled Space

Kandas / Instagram

The bathroom deserves a little decor love, too. Take down an unsightly medicine cabinet and hang a vintage mirror, like the white one that designer Kandas found, in its place. It will make a major difference and add lots of life. Eucalyptus is also a must in the bathroom—it keeps the space smelling pleasant and will last for weeks on end.

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Place Plants in the Bathroom

Christine Kissack / Instagram

Let's face it: We use our bathrooms multiple times a day, every day, so why leave them out of the design scheme? In designer Christine Kissack's space, a small stool with a petite plant will add charm to the loo, and a runner with rust tones livens up a more neutral floor.

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Get Artsy

Wendy / Instagram

No home is complete without a gallery wall (trust us). Hang up art prints of all kinds—silhouettes are full of farmhouse charm—and create an eye-catching gallery wall like designer Wendy. And don't forget about lighting: A beaded chandelier like this one is way more attractive than standard builder-grade fixtures.

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Hang a Old-School Clock

Margy / Instagram

An oversized clock serves as living room decor while reminding us of simpler times pre-handheld devices. Its wooden tones complement the primitive open shelf below it in designer Margy's home.

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Design a Modern Rustic Tablescape

Katie / Instagram

Beautiful tablescapes aren't just for the holidays and special occasions. Make even the most mundane of meals feel a little more luxe with a display that elevates the everyday. A faux eucalyptus garland like the one designer Katie has is the perfect choice.

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Mount Baskets to the Wall

Rebecca Rollins Interiors

Baskets don't just have to be used for their traditional purpose to shine in a farmhouse home. Create a display on the wall like designer Rebecca Rollins did and admire the liveliness it adds to your space. Best of all, baskets can be sourced extremely affordably, so there's no need to break the bank bringing this vision to life. Scour your local thrift store or rummage sale and you'll be sure to find some gems.

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Mix Cozy Patterns

Ashley Montgomery Design

Cozy pattern mixing can give you a collected farmhouse look, as if the room has been perfected over many years. In this Ashley Montgomery Design living area, patterns are used in different scales, but all in the same neutral color palette, creating a cohesive look.

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Use a Bench as a Coffee Table

Janine / Instagram

You don't have to shell out big bucks for a designer-made coffee table when a simple wooden bench can look just as stunning. The one that designer Janine chose has a rustic look without veering into shabby chic territory, making it a fantastic farmhouse find.

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Add Equestrian Touches

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Veering too far into the "animal theme" category can look cheesy, but a horse figurine adds the right amount of farmhouse flair. Designer Eleanor kept the rest of her console table more contemporary and glam by using glass and gold lamps as an anchor.

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Create Various Heights

Amber Pierce / Instagram

Think tall when it comes for chairs. Windsor chairs are inviting and commonplace in farmhouse homes, and they add welcome height to any table. Black chairs look beautiful in this space, but this style of seating is available in a wide range of shades. Designer Amber Pierce styled hers with an Edison bulb light fixture that complements both farmhouse and industrial style spaces.

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Incorporate Beautiful Bathroom Organization

Ashley Webb

A farmhouse style space must be nice and organized—after all, such homes are designed around the idea of plenty of people coming and going. Placing bathroom essentials in clear glass jars as designer Ashley Webb did in a recent project contributes to feelings of orderliness and uniformity.

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Lean Into Subtle Details

Becca Interiors

As noted earlier, it's key not to go overboard with animal decor, which can evoke the farmhouse vibe too strongly. Rather, artfully displaying a painting like the one Becca Interiors used above can get the overall message across without make your home resemble a barnyard. Yearning for a piece of art that looks like the real deal? Shop for vintage farmhouse paintings on eBay, Etsy, and other secondhand sites or look for them at antique stores.

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Pick Modern Wicker

Emily Starr Alfano / Instagram

Wicker or rattan furnishings shine in a number of settings—they can lean traditional, boho, or, yes, farmhouse. The wicker bed that designer Emily Starr Alfano used in the space above can easily be jazzed up with windowpane bedding to embrace its full farmhouse potential.

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Fix Up The Fireplace

Rebecca Rollins Interiors

The tiles you select for your fireplace or kitchen backsplash can majorly set the tone of a room. The ones that designer Rebecca Rollins selected for the above room have a charming, down to earth look about them that meshes perfectly with farmhouse decor. Oh, and we spy another blanket ladder here, too!

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Give Wood a Fresh Look

Karen / Instagram

Similarly, if you're picking an island out from scratch, you can't go wrong with a wooden option. Designer Karen has made her setup look ultra dreamy by keeping the top of the island free of clutter and setting out only a functional (and colorful) fruit bowl. And such a piece will only become more storied and special with age.

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Keep It Simple

Karan / Instagram

With so many elaborate kitchen bar stools on the market, it can be difficult to narrow down your top picks. But when outfitting a farmhouse-inspired kitchen, opting for simple designs is best. These wooden stools that designer Karan displayed aren't flashy but have tons of character and are easy to move around the house as needed.

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Mix Old and New

Michelle Berwick

Note that barn doors can easily be incorporated into more modern settings. In this luxe home by designer Michelle Berwick, a barn door shines among a sleek backdrop and brings a touch of farmhouse into this contemporary space.

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Choose Charming Chairs

Emily Starr Alfano / Instagram

Bistro chairs aren't solely for Parisian-like dining rooms—they look right at home in designer Emily Starr Alfano's farmhouse style home, too. The key to landing the right look is selecting bistro chairs that are wooden as opposed to ones with brightly colored patterns. You can always opt for a different style when it comes to the head of the table to mix things up—mixing and matching seating types is always encouraged but can look extra intentional in a farmhouse space.

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Say Yes to Spindle Chairs

Kate Marker

Spindle furniture and farmhouse design go hand in hand. These plush chairs that designer Kate Marker featured in the family room above encourage all of the snuggling up and are truly gorgeous.

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Opt for Aged Brass Fixtures

Amber Pierce Designs

Aged brass fixtures lend a vintage-inspired touch that instantly gives a house old farmhouse appeal. But they take on a modern appeal when paired with gorgeous wood cabinets and crisp white counters, like in this Amber Pierce Designs kitchen.

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Juxtapose City and Country

Ashley Montgomery Design

Ashley Montgomery Design used a large rustic wood wardrobe, light wood floors, and a small stool that looks like it could have been found in a country thrift store in this entryway that combines city and country elements.

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Add Unexpected Vintage Elements

Ashley Webb Interiors

This bright white hallway from Ashley Webb Interiors feels open and modern, but the addition of a vintage desk gives it a collected, farmhouse feel. A small painting above adds even more nostalgic appeal.

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Build Storage That Looks Like Furniture

Britt Design Studio

Farmhouse design uses solid, timeworn elements, and Britt Design Studio kept with that style by incorporating storage that looks like furniture. The wood on the bench feels as if it's always been there.

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Pick Pieces With Patina

Becca Interiors

Becca Interiors doesn't shy away from pieces that look like they've lived through a few generations. By choosing items with patina, this sitting area looks like it could have come straight out of a farmhouse circa 1900.

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Choose a Nature-Inspired Color Palette

Jessica Nelson Design

Farmhouse decor feels bright and light, but this Jessica Nelson Design manages to get the same effect with a calming nature inspired color palette. A dark green built-in bookshelf with wainscoting along the back is contrasted with a perky spring green room, creating a lively, yet relaxing, farmhouse feel.

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Pair Bedroom Wallpaper and Paint

Kate Marker Interiors / Photo by Stacy Markow

Kate Marker Interiors uses a beautiful blush paint below the chair rail in this bedroom, and she added a pretty matching wallpaper above. Light and airy white bedding keeps the space feeling bright.

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Show Off Rustic Architectural Elements

KG Designs

Bright white walls let the rustic wood of the beams in this soaring space chine. KG Designs added a large chandelier to draw even more attention to the height and architectural interest of the ceiling.

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Use Traditional Furniture Silhouettes

Michelle Berwick Design

Try a classic furniture silhouette like a farmhouse table or a windsor chair to add farmhouse appeal. This Michelle Berwick Design anchors a bright room with the black chairs.

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Use Leather Accents

Ashley Montgomery Design

The rich cognac tones of a well-worn leather are a staple in farmhouse design. They add just enough masculine edge to moodier spaces, like in this farmhouse kitchen from Ashley Montgomery Design.

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Install Classic Farmhouse Tile

Ashley Webb Interiors

Vintage-inspired farmhouse tiles are a lovely way to add pattern to a light and bright modern farmhouse design. In this laundry room Ashley Webb Design, black and ivory farmhouse tiles add a statement-making pop of pattern.

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Make a Stone Fireplace a Focal Point

Michelle Berwick Design

A stone fireplace has a rustic farmhouse look, and this one from Michelle Berwick Design becomes the focal point of a light, comfortable living room. The contrast of the stone brings in natural texture, but it's the perfect contrast with the light and bright fabrics.

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Use Butcher Block in the Kitchen

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Natural wood textures are a key part of farmhouse decor, and this kitchen from @milkandhoneylife makes wood the star of the show. A butcher block island is a practical and durable choice that has rustic appeal.

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Look to Nature for Holiday Decor

Finding Lovely

The best holiday decor for a farmhouse look comes straight from nature. Finding Lovely used evergreen swag to create a natural farmhouse holiday scene that feels both traditional and fresh.

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Don't Hold Back on Seasonal Flowers

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Farmhouse decor embraces each season fully, and that includes gorgeous flowers in outdoor spaces. @kirsten.diane used mums in autumnal colors to make this back deck feel like an abundant, seasonal space.

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Use Dark and Light Contrast

Stephanie Hoey Interiors

This farmhouse bedroom from Stephanie Hoey Interiors feels modern thanks to the contrast of light wood twin beds with a navy nightstand. The colors are classics that have been used for generations, but, here, they feel fresh.

FAQ

What decorating styles are replacing farmhouse style?

Cottage decor, which is typically comprised of more vintage styling elements, like old books, glassware, and other styling items that have decades of patina on them, is a style that is often seen in place of farmhouse decor. Rustic decor is another style replacing farmhouse style in some places.
What is farmhouse decor vs. country decor?

When compared to country style, farmhouse decor is typically brighter, cleaner, and more modern. Country decor will have more collected look, with elements of both farmhouse and cottage style.
What does modern farmhouse decorating look like?

Modern farmhouse style incorporates vintage elements and materials, like rustic wood shelves, cozy knits, and aged brass light fixtures, but uses them in a way that feels modern and uncluttered.