{"id":23868,"date":"2024-01-12T11:19:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T11:19:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/\/?p=23868"},"modified":"2026-03-10T10:59:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T10:59:03","slug":"modern-farmhouse-design-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/modern-farmhouse-design-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Modern Farmhouse Interior Design Ideas for 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/&quot;&gt;Learn&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;\/span&gt;&lt;\/span&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:957,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;10&quot;:1,&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/\">Learn<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you love an escape to the country, you\u2019d love modern farmhouses. But, if you have been eyeing them for a while and are looking for authentic farmhouse designs without going over the top, you\u2019ve reached the right place. If overdone, it can be an eyesore; however, with the right blend of taste and functionality, modern farmhouses can be delightful to live in.<\/p>\n<p>People have loved the comfort a modern farmhouse has to offer for decades now. As you learn more about farmhouse decor styles and <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/\">start designing, using Home Design Software<\/a> can help you visualize and refine your ideas effortlessly. Ensure you retain the crux and the values of the farmhouse while bringing your uniqueness to the space. We can help homeowners do that\u2014stick with us till the end.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_About_Modern_Farmhouses_Do_People_Love\"><\/span><b>What About Modern Farmhouses Do People Love?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best things about a modern farmhouse that still holds its charm are its comfort, and how it accommodates a homey feeling without being overwhelming or coming off as pretentious. Even a <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/5-differences-between-traditional-and-modern-homes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">traditional home<\/a> can be viewed as being formal, but not a modern farmhouse. It has an innate cozy and inviting vibe to it. It doesn\u2019t feel stuffy, and it has an agrarian touch to it and puts you at ease almost immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern farmhouse is an adaptation of the rustic farmhouse and retains a bit of its traditional essence. The former has borrowed some of the key elements of the latter and added them generously as decor items or accessories, to retain its essence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0bTBuvC88ME&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Where do modern farmhouse designs go wrong?<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can seem inauthentic, given that people tend to pick up random rustic or other style interiors or home decor items and place them anywhere in the modern farmhouse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other group of people try to capture the agrarian life without being even remotely near the countryside, which doesn\u2019t work out well.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can look overdone and can get really mundane really quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/latest-interior-design-trends\/\">Top 15 Latest Interior Design Trends in 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Modern_farmhouse_decor_ideas_that_you_must_try\"><\/span><b>15 Modern farmhouse decor ideas that you must try<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you try out these ideas, ensure you\u2019re updated with the current interior design trends and still adhere to the true modern farmhouse style, while bringing out your character or personality to the space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Stay away from anything with words on it \u2013 it takes you away from the essence of the house<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23870\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/subtle-version-of-the-modern-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"subtle version of the modern farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/subtle-version-of-the-modern-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/subtle-version-of-the-modern-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/subtle-version-of-the-modern-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a more authentic, subtle version of the modern farmhouse by moving away from any make-believe decor items that seem to impersonate the rustic farmhouse inorganically.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to bring in decor elements that are comfortable, subtle, and suit the landscape you\u2019re in (countryside or not) and do justice to the style you want to adopt. For example, you could go in for Windsor-backed chairs, reclaimed tiles in the modern farmhouse living room, apron sinks, large wood dining tables in the dining room, and exposed fixtures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Bring the outdoors in<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23871\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Bring-the-outdoors-in.jpg\" alt=\"Bring the outdoors in\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Bring-the-outdoors-in.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Bring-the-outdoors-in-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Bring-the-outdoors-in-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurring the line between indoors and outdoors is key if you want to construct a modern farmhouse in the country. Bring in greenery, with varying colors and textures that are true to the locality they\u2019re from. Go for ferns, Olive trees, etc. You want something that\u2019s tall and adds differentiation with height. They add a great pop of color as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/home-gym-design-ideas\/\">14 Home Gym Design Ideas to Build the Perfect Gym in 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Look for imperfect, handmade, personal things to decorate with<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23872\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Classic-farmhouse-DIY-items.jpg\" alt=\"Classic farmhouse DIY items\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Classic-farmhouse-DIY-items.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Classic-farmhouse-DIY-items-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Classic-farmhouse-DIY-items-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skip fake &#8220;rustic,&#8221; embrace real stories! Ditch manufactured &#8220;aged&#8221; decor for thrifted treasures, heirlooms, or DIY projects. Classic farmhouse charm comes from generations of life, not store cabinetry. Fill your farmhouse home with personal touches that whisper history, not shout trends. Let character, not catalogues, define your cozy haven.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Borrow from different design styles to mix up the design<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23873\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/design-styles-to-mix-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"design styles to mix in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/design-styles-to-mix-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/design-styles-to-mix-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/design-styles-to-mix-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of going with a traditional farmhouse sink, switch it up and go for a stainless steel farmhouse sink. Add a Sputnik chandelier to bring a bit of mid-century modern into the design. Go for contemporary lighting fixtures in the farmhouse bedroom for a laid-back look. Instead of buying those X-backed dining chairs, experiment with Scandinavian or experiment with a wishbone chair, which has a natural elegance in it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-to-become-an-interior-designer-without-a-degree\/\">How To Become a Certified Interior Designer Without A Degree in 2024?<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Have fun with color<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23874\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/all-white-modern-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"all-white modern farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/all-white-modern-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/all-white-modern-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/all-white-modern-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of doubling down on white walls, which is sort of like the default neutral color palette of modern farmhouses, why don\u2019t you pop in flashes of color to spruce things up? Give a few touches of brass, gold, or sage green which works well with the rest of the farmhouse decor, or nice pinks or reds. Don\u2019t follow the over-used trend of having an all-white modern farmhouse kitchen. Try bold colors and have fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Get Venetian plaster walls for a comfortable rustic-inspired look<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23875\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Venetian-plaster-walls-on-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"Venetian plaster walls on farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Venetian-plaster-walls-on-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Venetian-plaster-walls-on-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Venetian-plaster-walls-on-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Textured, organic-looking walls that your family would love and feel at home with. Instead of shiplap walls, you can choose Venetian plaster walls for a tactile and intimate finish on the walls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-paint-the-interior-of-a-house\/\">How Much Does It Cost To Paint The Interior Of A House?<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Get an oversized piece of artwork that blows you away<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23876\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/oversized-artwork-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"oversized artwork in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/oversized-artwork-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/oversized-artwork-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/oversized-artwork-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A great example of this artwork would be a clean, abstract painting in the hallway that resonates with the colors already in vogue in the hallway and acts as a focal point to the space. This painting makes the whole house look cohesive and blends in well with the style of the house, while effortlessly elevating its look.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Eliminate some wood tones<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23877 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Eliminate-some-wood-tones-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"farmhouse design ideas - Eliminate some wood tones\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Eliminate-some-wood-tones-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Eliminate-some-wood-tones-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Eliminate-some-wood-tones-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing wrong with having natural wood tones in your modern farmhouse. But if there\u2019s too much wood everywhere, it feels saturated. Choose one hue of wood and add it to your interior style.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kiva.brent\/\"><strong>Kiva Brent<\/strong><\/a>, owner and designer at Affordable Home Styling says, \u201cHighlight only one or two wood tones. We want the wood to add earthiness. Too much wood screams \u2018cabin\u2019 and \u2018rustic\u2019.\u201d<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have different natural elements like rattan and you\u2019ve splurged on all of them leaving you no budget to replace them, you can paint them to match one single tone of wood and be done with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re not bringing in the woods inside the home, so be mindful of the wooden tones you use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/neo-interior-design-software\/\">8 Best Free Interior Design Software &amp; Tools in 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. Add lighting with modern shapes and clean lines<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23878\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/lighting-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"lighting in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/lighting-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/lighting-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/lighting-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of these light fixtures as sculptures. That\u2019s exactly what you want to add to a modern home. Do away with tripod lamps and opt for task lighting and pendant lights with defined lines that draw your attention to it almost instantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>10. Include metal accents<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23879\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/metal-accents-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"metal accents in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/metal-accents-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/metal-accents-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/metal-accents-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create an industrial feel for your home. You can see metal almost everywhere in modern farmhouses, right from ceilings, to lighting. Add mirrors plated with metal to your home \u2013 a huge mirror with a coat of metal on the sides and behind. The metal coating also reflects light and makes the space look more inviting and classy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/best-wall-decor-ideas\/\">28 Best Wall Decor Ideas To Decorate Your Blank Wall<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>11. Use simple window treatments<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23880\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/window-treatments-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"window treatments in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/window-treatments-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/window-treatments-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/window-treatments-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean and super-simple window treatment for the win. Consider Roman shades, roller shades, with a simple valence over the top. They look pleasing to the eye while still being chic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>12. Upgrade fixtures<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think plumbing, electrical, appliances, etc in a clean and contemporary style. You can also mix metals for an eclectic feeling. You can pair classic and vintage pieces if they have been upgraded to modern style.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>13. Do away with the conventional barn door<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23881\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/modern-door-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/modern-door-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/modern-door-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/modern-door-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you think about a farmhouse and the barn door doesn\u2019t strike your mind, do you even love farmhouses? Do away with the regular barn door for good. If you already have it installed, you can replace the wood-exposed barn door with one where the hardware is concealed and looks modern.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>14. Bring back shutter shelves<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23882\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutter-shelves-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"shutter shelves in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutter-shelves-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutter-shelves-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutter-shelves-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can set the tone of the house right when your guests walk in by installing shutter shelves instead of simple open shelving in the entryway. If you can get a second-hand shutter shelf with some rusty corners that exude a lived-in vibe, you&#8217;re sorted, as it mirrors the farmhouse look we\u2019re going for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read also &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-to-create-best-architecture-portfolio\/\">How to Create the Best Architect Portfolio in 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>15. Buy corbels to set a real farmhouse vibe<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23883\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/corbels-in-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"corbels in farmhouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/corbels-in-farmhouse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/corbels-in-farmhouse-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/corbels-in-farmhouse-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key feature of country homes is the corbel. You can use them anywhere in your home, right from below the kitchen countertop, doorways, frames, bar area, etc, and you\u2019ll fall in love with the character they bring to the space. They\u2019re simple to install and are a quick project but it makes a significant difference.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_we_create_a_modern_farmhouse_look_without_overdoing_it\"><\/span><b>How can we create a modern farmhouse look without overdoing it?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"inblog-banner-link\" href=\"#\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15860 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/modern-farmhouse-style-design-created-on-foyr-neo-1024x761.jpg\" alt=\"modern farmhouse style design created on foyr neo\" width=\"1024\" height=\"761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/modern-farmhouse-style-design-created-on-foyr-neo-1024x761.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/modern-farmhouse-style-design-created-on-foyr-neo-768x571.jpg 768w, https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/modern-farmhouse-style-design-created-on-foyr-neo.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know what to add, and what to discard, it\u2019s time to put your favorite natural materials in your home, social media inspiration, and designer\u2019s inputs together and identify which ones are crucial for you, so you can create your dream modern farmhouse in a short while.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you get the floor plan of the area and get a sneak peek of how the farmhouse might be situated, here\u2019s what you can do:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Sign up for <a href=\"https:\/\/foyr.com\/neo-interior-design-software\/\">Foyr Neo<\/a>\u2019s 14-day trial.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Go on to the Neo mood board and curate everything you\u2019d love to have in your modern farmhouse style while keeping the above-mentioned points as your guide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Create the floor plan of your farmhouse on Neo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Choose from 60,000+ 3D decor materials and simply drag and drop them into the design. Alternatively, you can choose a modern farmhouse template from the 10,000+ design templates we have, and start customizing straightaway.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Get any material in any color, texture, shape, or pattern and truly customize your farmhouse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> View the design in 2D and 3D, from all possible angles and lighting conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Render your design in a few minutes and witness your own space in all its glory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s all it takes! With 24\/7 support and live chat, we\u2019re here to help you if you ever get stuck anywhere. 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