Cottage farmhouse style is all about rustic wood charm paired with a light, lived-in softness that never feels fussy. I lean on reclaimed textures, creamy neutrals, and a few well-loved details to make a space feel cozy, bright, and collected over time. Butcher Block Island Warmth A freshly oiled butcher block island adds instant cottage farmhouse warmth and character. A butcher block top brings that cozy, cottage farmhouse “workroom” energy even if your kitchen is…
Modern farmhouse is that sweet spot where clean lines meet cozy wood warmth, and everything feels bright without feeling sterile. When I’m building or styling a space like this, I always chase natural wood + soft neutrals first, then layer in contrast and texture. Exposed Beams That Feel Clean Clean, squared reclaimed beams add modern farmhouse warmth without turning cabin‑rustic. Nothing says modern farmhouse like exposed wood beams, especially when the rest of the ceiling…
Modern barn weddings are my favorite because you get all that honest wood character—big beams, wide planks, and raw texture—then soften it with clean, romantic details. Suspended Greenery “Meadow” Over the Tables A floating greenery meadow—clean lines, soft light, and handcrafted barn romance overhead. One time I rigged a floating greenery installation between beams, and it felt like dining under a little indoor forest. Use repeating lines and consistent height so it looks designed, not…
A farmhouse pantry door is one of my favorite ways to add instant warmth and character to a kitchen without touching the cabinets. Vintage Screen Door Pantry Style Vintage screen door turned pantry door—airy mesh, warm wood, and modern farmhouse charm. I’ve repurposed an old screen door as a pantry door, and it’s such a charming throwback with a real farmhouse feel. Swapping in sturdier mesh (and tightening the frame) made it practical while keeping…
French country floors are all about that mix of worn-in charm and airy elegance—like a cozy farmhouse that still knows how to dress up. These ideas are the ones I keep coming back to in my own builds and makeovers when I want a space to feel timeless, warm, and just a little bit romantic. Soft Whitewashed Plank Floors Soft whitewashed planks with visible grain—French country lightness in a minimalist space. Whitewashed wood flooring is…
A great farmhouse door is equal parts cozy charm and hard-working function, and wood is what makes it feel real. I’ve built and refinished a lot of doors in my workshop, and these ideas are the ones that consistently make a space feel instantly more grounded and inviting. Six-Lite Window Top Farmhouse Door Six-lite farmhouse door in warm oak—bright glass panes above, grounded panel below. That classic six-lite farmhouse door (glass panes up top, solid…
Modern farmhouse window treatments are all about that sweet spot between cozy, rustic texture and clean, modern lines. I’m always chasing soft light, simple neutrals, and just enough natural material to make the wood tones in the room feel extra warm. Woven Wood Shades With White Curtains Earthy woven wood shade + bright white linen panels for an airy modern farmhouse window. This is my go-to modern farmhouse combo because woven wood shades add earthy…
