Design Style Spotlight: Modern Farmhouse

Style Vibe: Inviting, kid-friendly, rustic, practical.

 

Warm, comfortable, and pulled together, the Modern Farmhouse design style features elevated but practical interiors. Taking cues from the provincial, it’s a beautiful mix of high and low decor that works perfectly for a growing family. An updated blend of Rustic, Industrial, and Scandinavian styles creates an authentic feel that harmonizes with a low-key lifestyle.

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What are the Hallmarks of Modern Farmhouse Design?

The Modern Farmhouse design style emphasizes high contrast and natural textures, with other staple features including barn doors, industrial lighting fixtures, shiplap, and a farmhouse sink.

 

Is Modern Farmhouse Style For You?

This style is a perfect match for individuals with a relaxed approach to interior design and families with young children.👶

 

What Does a Modern Farmhouse Home Look Like?

Architecture in the Modern Farmhouse style commonly features metal gable roofs and covered porches, exposed ceiling beams, white shiplap walls, built-ins, large windows, shaker cabinets, barn doors, and finishes in matte black or copper.

How to Design Your Space in the Modern Farmhouse Style:

 

Color Palette 

A Modern Farmhouse color palette includes neutrals, black, white, and natural tones.

 

Furniture

The Modern Farmhouse design style features furnishings from mixed eras, with barn or industrial-style lighting, gooseneck lamps, and oversized pendants. Farm-style dining tables with rustic benches and Tolix chairs are iconic to this style, as are industrial stools, wire shelving, wrought iron beds, and classic hardware.

 

Flooring 

Whitewashed wood and stained wide plank hardwoods are foundational to the Modern Farmhouse style. For even more details on flooring, check the handy dandy resources in The Library!

 

Decor

Modern Farmhouse decor is all about high contrast, natural fiber accents, and reclaimed objects. Handmade quilts, burlap textiles, and tasseled pillows and throws are familiar sights throughout a Modern Farmhouse home, as are wire baskets, calico, white ceramic canisters, and antique signs.

 

Window Treatments

Woven shades, light to mid-toned cotton or linen drapes beautifully complement the Modern Farmhouse style. By the way, DezignSpace has your back when it comes to the ins and outs of window treatments; check out Drama-free Drapery: Your Detailed Guide to Understanding Window Treatment Basics

What to AVOID When Styling a Modern Farmhouse Space

The Modern Farmhouse design style is not in any way pretentious; it avoids clutter, synthetic materials like plastic, as well as bold colors or patterns.

 

 

 

Is the Modern Farmhouse design style totally your jam? If so, be sure to hop over to The Store to check out some Modern Farmhouse goodies that we love! If you’re looking for more, check out these retailers: 

• • The Inside
  • Wayfair
  • West Elm
  • CB2
  • Rejuvenation
  • Pottery Barn
  • Target

 

• International

  Canada: 

  • Wayfair

  Europe:

  • Wayfair
  • LeBonCoin 
  • Westwingnow
  • Barker & Stonehouse

 

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