Get inspired with easy modern farmhouse ideas, all drawn from a home over 100 years old!
This beautiful old house has stood tall and proud for more than 100 years.
It’s been in our family for generations. My great-grandma lived in it with my grandparents, then my parents, and now my brother and sister-in-law. On my recent trip back to Montana, I got to stay in it again and woke up to birds singing outside my window ~ just like they did when I was a little girl!
Living in a historical home means a lot of work. My mom added her own touches, and now my sister-in-law and brother have done some spectacular things to it. My sister and I agreed that it looks so good!
I came home totally inspired, and I wanted to share some modern farmhouse decor tricks I picked up from this old farmhouse, which now looks a tad “modern.”
How to add modern farmhouse style to a home
1. Take down a wall ~ or widen a doorway.
Old farmhouses often had lots of small rooms. Believe it or not, that big opening between the living and dining room used to be a wall with a teeny tiny door in it! Enlarging the opening makes the space feel so much more open and bright.
2. Mix modern and traditional styles.
One of my favorite parts of the whole house was this little seating area. Isn’t it beautiful? I love how this more “modern” style of furniture sits alongside the traditional wood dining set. They look great together!
3. Mix patterns and colors
I’m learning that being too “matchy matchy” isn’t necessary. I love all the color and pattern going on…
4. Add in some greenery
Pops of green bring so much life into a space.
5. Add in items that hold history or are sentimental to your family.
This old chair has been sitting in this farmhouse for a long, long time. It’s part of the place and fits right in!
6. Two square end tables pushed together make a great coffee table!
Isn’t that a clever idea? I also love the round tray on top…
7. Rethink spaces and make them work for you. A hundred years ago, nobody needed a spot for a computer! But now, this former eat-in kitchen has become a beautiful office.
Looking at these pictures brings back such great memories. Oh, if these walls could talk… :)
What farmhouse decor tips would you share?
For more modern farmhouse style ideas
- Beautiful modern farmhouse bedroom ideas
- Joanna Gaines bathroom inspired ideas
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- Bathroom storage ideas with farmhouse charm
- DIY shelves with farmhouse style
