The farmhouse style has a rustic, elegant appeal that can establish a timeless design in traditional and modern homes. This collection of ideas explores how to bring a farmhouse feel into your home.
Display artisan antique pieces like handwoven baskets or artwork. Adding a personalized sign is another great way to add farmhouse decor and a sense of personalization to your home. Tailored canvases are available to create a one-of-a-kind piece that fits your preferences.
Stained Wood
Stained wood is common in farmhouse decor as a wall treatment or furniture. This rustic material adds warmth and a sense of history to living spaces, bedrooms, and entryways. Stained wood beams are especially popular as a way to highlight natural ceilings. Depending on the stain color, these exposed beams can be modern or traditional. Beadboard, shiplap, and wainscoting are all great ways to add dimension and texture to a room. Some homeowners also use reclaimed wood to create unique accent walls or coffee tables. Reclaimed wood can also add a more industrial aesthetic to a kitchen.
Rustic Accessories
Incorporate a variety of rustic accessories to help establish a farmhouse aesthetic. For example, aged metal architectural pieces like log holders complement a farmhouse dining room or family room. In addition, wood cutting boards, flower vases, unique cabinet hardware, and weathered wooden furniture finishes can all make a statement in a farmhouse home.
A wall of mirrors is a common farmhouse decorating idea, but framed in reclaimed wood or even old window panes can take a look to the next level. Antiqued mirrors also look fabulous in a farmhouse bathroom or kitchen, as they can be a good way to introduce a distressed finish to your space.
A white kitchen can feel cold, so warm up the space with wood cabinets, a veined marble backsplash, or a painted wooden buffet curated with treasured ornaments for a touch of character. Avoid shabby-looking painted wood furniture, which can become outdated as trends change.
Natural Materials
Natural colors like whites, beiges, and light grays are a staple for farmhouse style. Adding beadboard, shiplap, or reclaimed wood wall paneling adds texture and dimension to any space. Barn doors, faux beams, and repurposed wood crates are essential in farmhouse interiors. Metal accents are also popular for a farmhouse style, especially brushed gunmetal grey. Metal cans and wooden hat racks can add rustic charm to any room.
The texture is essential for farmhouse style, as is reusing items in unique ways. Wire baskets are a common element for farmhouse decor, and they can be used as storage or just decoration. Using old glass bottles as flowers or greenery vases is another simple way to add a farmhouse touch to any room.
