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The Farmhouse Charm: Where Everything Is Oversized

Wednesday, February 10th, 2016

 

Universal Furniture Bedroom Santa Rosa Poster Bed Queen 313280B

Universal Furniture Bedroom Santa Rosa Poster Bed Queen 313280B

Farmhouse design has been around for many years. Its simplicity is no longer just considered a style but a passion for some. It is casual and basic, none of the frills and excessiveness of the other interior designs.

Farmhouse design makes amazing and exciting vacation houses. The old and the new worlds collide in this perfect union of styles. If you happen to be blessed with an actual, old farmhouse, then learn how you can remodel it and bring it back to its glorious days. If you want to build a farmhouse from scratch, then you have to know the elements that make this design uniquely charming –

Old farmhouses usually have large openings. This is so large furniture and many people can be accommodated. The windows are generally bigger, too, because they are meant to offer a grand view of the farm outside.

Modern farmhouses already share these features. Sure, there might not be a literal farm outside but the wide openings can still be used for the amazing sceneries. These houses also break down the usual barriers of the outdoors and indoors.

Traditional farmhouses were made quickly. Farmers did not have the leisure of time to set up fancy interiors, hence, you won’t find fancy wallpapers, bright paints, or ornate furnishings. Whitewashed or natural woods were preferred as were exposed beams and light-colored walls.

Stanley Furniture Dining Room Fairleigh Fields Host Chair 018-61-70

Stanley Furniture Dining Room Fairleigh Fields Host Chair 018-61-70

The Farmhouse Living Room

The same principles of design apply in this room as in the rest of the house. You can mix natural materials with modern elements. Find a neutral carpet that can give the room a simple, warm base. Brown, tan and other natural tones are commonly found in farms so use them liberally.

Keep all your furniture neutral and simple. These pieces should echo the look of the floor.

No country living room is without a fireplace so make sure that you set up one for your home. Use candelabra, old bottles and barrels to decorate the rest of this room in your home.

The Farmhouse Dining Room

Just like your living room, the dining room should come with simple flooring. Weathered wood is best as is neutral carpet. A hardwood dining table is the star of this room so make sure that you choose a lovely piece that will last for many, many years.

Accent the rest of the room with chinaware and simple dishware.

Hooker Furniture Dining Room Willow Bend Bench

Hooker Furniture Dining Room Willow Bend Bench

The Farmhouse Open Kitchen

Farmhouse kitchens are always open. They are large enough to feed a huge family.

The focal point is the center island where pots and pans are stored. Wood countertops are also common so say goodbye to marble or granite countertops. Find out which glass fronted cabinets will work for you or if you would prefer the wooden ones. Keep in mind that no farmhouse kitchen is considered complete till there are plate racks for those beautiful serving trays and ornamental plates.

Find appliance panels to hide your refrigerator or dishwasher. Keeping the modern appliances maintains the old-fashioned appeal. If you can find retro stoves, then that should keep the antique feel in your place. Add accessories like wooden spoons, old dishes, or antique pitchers.

Maximize natural lighting even if you have to reduce the number of upper cabinets. Open shelves are great in keeping the country feel.

Winners Only Dining Room 57 Inch Farmhouse Single Pedestal Dining Table 54257A

Winners Only Dining Room 57 Inch Farmhouse Single Pedestal Dining Table 54257A

The Farmhouse Bedroom

Pick the simplest four-poster beds, dressers and side chairs. Start with rustic wooden floors, rugs and rustic accessories. You can also add a fireplace in this room. Think well about your lighting options. A rustic chandelier should do the trick.

Other Farmhouse Tips

  • Use lots and lots of wood especially the weathered looking ones.
  • Use patterns and colors that are muted and neutral. Say no to plaids and florals.
  • To add a sense of history, invest in furniture that have a distressed look or those that have been whitewashed.
  • Clean the clutter immediately. The farmhouse may be a worker’s home but it doesn’t mean that it should be unorganized.

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