Rustic wood floors are my favorite way to make a room feel instantly lived-in, grounded, and cozy. Wide Plank Rustic Flooring Wide plank rustic oak flooring—warm grain, calm seams, and a room-expanding feel. Whenever I lay wide plank wood flooring, the whole space immediately feels bigger and calmer because the seams don’t visually chop it up. I’ve used this look in open living areas, and the grain reads like one big warm backdrop under everything.…
Boho mantel styling is my favorite kind of “collected over time” decorating—warm, a little imperfect, and packed with texture. Layered Frames and Leaning Art Layered leaning wood frames create an easy, lived-in boho mantel focal point. When I style a boho mantel, I start by leaning 2–3 wood frames in overlapping layers so it looks easy and lived-in instead of stiff. I’ve learned that mixing one larger print with a smaller sketch keeps it casual…
Your end table Christmas decor can do a lot of heavy lifting in the living room, even if you’re working with a tiny surface. Lantern Glow With Pinecones Lantern glow, pinecones, and warm string lights—simple end table Christmas charm. A lantern on the end table with string lights and a handful of pinecones is my go-to when I want cozy without clutter. I usually slide a thin wood slice under the lantern so it feels…
A great farmhouse wet bar feels like a cozy little “mini kitchen” where warm wood and clean cabinets get to shine. Hidden Wet Bar Behind Beadboard Doors A beadboard door swings open to reveal a hidden farmhouse wet bar—simple, sleek, party-ready. For a real wow moment, I’ve helped create a farmhouse wet bar that disappears behind tall beadboard doors, with the sink and shelves living inside like a mini speakeasy. It’s such a fun build…
Board and batten wainscoting is one of my favorite ways to make plain drywall look instantly intentional, without needing a full remodel. Here are my go-to ideas—from classic, clean looks to a few wild-card twists I’ve tried in my own builds. Extra-Tall Plate-Rail Height Extra-tall board & batten up to a plate rail for a taller, more finished look. For big impact, I take board and batten wainscoting up to plate-rail height so the lower…
Distressed furniture is my favorite way to make a plain old piece feel like it has a story and a little soul. When I’m in my workshop working on a makeover, I’m always chasing that perfect mix of aged patina and “still practical for real life.” Textured Paint That Chips Like Old Farm Pieces Chippy, textured paint that sands back like a true barn-found cabinet—simple, warm, and timeless. If you want true chippy paint, I…
When I want a room to feel instantly cozy, I reach for farmhouse wall paneling because it adds texture without adding clutter. Fireplace Wall in Shiplap Classic white shiplap fireplace wall with a chunky oak mantel—cozy farmhouse statement. A shiplap fireplace wall is classic farmhouse, and it frames the whole living area like a cozy backdrop. I’ve built it with a chunky mantel, and it instantly made the room feel like it had a story.…
The best farm shop interiors balance tough, ready-for-anything function with that cozy, rustic vibe that makes you actually want to spend time there. I’ve built and tweaked enough shop spaces to know a few small design choices can make your farm shop feel both organized and downright good-looking. Clear Work Zones by Bay Tape a clean/dirty bay line—one rolling wood cart helps stop mess from traveling. When I help lay out a farm shop interior,…
A tongue and groove accent wall is my favorite way to make a room feel finished fast, because the boards lock together and look crisp even when you DIY it. I’ve built a lot of these in my shop, and the right layout and finish can swing the vibe from cozy farmhouse to bold and modern in a weekend. Two-Tone Top and Bottom Split Two-tone tongue & groove: dark lower panels with a light top…
A wood ceiling already brings so much warmth, but the trim is what makes it look finished instead of “almost done.” Classic Wood Crown Molding Classic oak crown molding adds a timeless, clean ceiling edge and makes the room feel taller. If you want the most timeless upgrade, wood crown molding at the wall-to-ceiling line is my go-to because it instantly cleans up the transition. I’ve used simple profiles on plank ceilings and they make…
