Room Design
Kitchen Design
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Published on 05/15/24
If you love modern farmhouse style, it's time to bring the look into your kitchen. The modern farmhouse style includes rustic touches like wooden accents and neutral palettes filled with plenty of texture and splashes of color. All of these spaces are full of inspiration, whether you're decorating your own space from scratch or are looking to add some finishing touches.
We're sharing 33 modern farmhouse kitchens that incorporate beautiful cabinet colors, hardware, lighting, and more.
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Experiment With Paint
Try a soft blue gray on your cabinets so that your kitchen doesn't appear overwhelmingly bright. You can always choose to paint just your upper or lower cabinets when experimenting with a new color before going all in.
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Mixed Materials in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
For a layered look, group together different materials in the kitchen: brass, wicker, marble, and more, resulting in a storied look.
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Accessorize With Baskets
Woven baskets are a must in modern farmhouse kitchens. Use them to corral fruit, flowers, or utensils which will help blend it in with the rest of your decor. Go for varying sizes to create depth.
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Vary Chair Styles in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
There are many styles of chairs that look great in modern farmhouse kitchens, so have fun weaving a few types into your space. Whether you opt for something leather, wood, or linen, the possibilities are endless.
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Pick the Right Lighting
The right lighting will shape your room in an instant. These farmhouse-style candle pendants have a nice and mod silhouette that is 21st-century appropriate.
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Natural Stone in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Exposed stone adds so much character to this kitchen. Allow it to be the star of the show by keeping it bare and natural. Pair with neutral or dark tones to help contrast the texture in the space.
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Shop Your Home
Shop your home for modern farmhouse decor to display on your open shelving in the kitchen. Cake stands, plants, framed still life art, candlesticks, and more can all shine when styled together.
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Burlap Shades in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Burlap is often used in modern farmhouse rooms, and you can opt for burlap Roman shades in the kitchen if you're looking for a solution that will provide privacy without totally blocking light.
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Keep It Airy in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Keep your modern farmhouse kitchen nice and airy by eliminating upper cabinets and making use of open shelving instead. You can then have fun styling all of your plates, bowls, and accessories.
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Use Cutting Boards as Decor
Pull your cutting boards out of the drawer and use them as decor. Layer a few on the countertop or style one above the oven, as shown here.
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Pick a Cute Backsplash
What's more welcoming and festive than a sweet floral kitchen backsplash like this one? Modern farmhouse kitchens don't have to be super serious—if you crave a dose of whimsy, embrace it.
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Use Light Colors
Light blue and pink pair together perfectly in this adorable kitchen. Sweet pastel hues aren't often seen in cooking spaces but look right at home alongside modern farmhouse-style island seating and pendant lights.
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Include a Bold Backsplash
While you can never go wrong with subway tile, you may wish to jazz things up a bit more with a patterned backsplash above the oven. A geometric design is great for a modern farmhouse-style kitchen and will play nicely with the simple white next to it.
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Look to Your Beams
Leave exposed wooden beams in their natural state for an instant farmhouse touch. Then, match the wood tone when choosing your island countertops, as illustrated here, to tie all of the elements of your kitchen together.
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Subtly Weave in Farmhouse Elements
While this kitchen is mainly modern in style, there are still some farmhouse elements that shine through. The shiny brass half-circle pendants are a classic choice, and the dark blue cabinetry also adds a laid-back touch to the room.
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Lay Down a Wool Rug
Wool rugs and modern farmhouse-style spaces go hand in hand. Add a cozy factor to your kitchen's breakfast nook by placing a round wool rug underneath the table to bring instant warmth and texture.
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Hang Curtains
Classic curtains will add a cozy touch to your kitchen while also allowing privacy, which is ideal for those who enjoy whipping up breakfast in their pajamas. Off-white drapes are great for modern farmhouse-style homes, and linen Roman shades will look lovely above the sink.
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Greenery in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Vessels filled with branches and blooms are an ever-present part of modern farmhouse-style spaces. Trim some clippings from your own yard and display them in the kitchen for an easy fix.
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Go Dark Green
Paint your kitchen cabinets a moody forest green and then accessorize with farmhouse-style staples, including a wooden stool, framed art, plenty of vessels, and a farmhouse sink.
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Wooden Touches in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
If you love a black and white look but still want to embrace a farmhouse feel, add wooden touches throughout your kitchen. Here, a wooden range hood and detailing on the barstools bring in some of that quintessentially rustic flavor characteristic of farmhouse-style spaces.
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Use Windsor Chairs
Classic black Windsor chairs make for the perfect modern farmhouse-style barstools. Paired with black and white modern farmhouse lighting, they look nice and sleek.
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Play With Brights
Bring fun bright colors into the mix—even if it's in just one nook of your kitchen—for instant cheer. This yellow pantry is the perfect modern farmhouse shade of sunny yellow, and the addition of classic gingham in the background adds even more pep.
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Make It Moody
A moody kitchen like this one is sure to turn heads. There's nothing wrong with embracing dark colors in your cooking space, all-white kitchens aren't for everyone.
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Chalkboard in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
A chalkboard wall is not only a cute addition to the kitchen but also provides lots of function. Use it to write down your grocery list, leave notes to your family members, or share inspiring quotes—the possibilities are endless. Whether you opt for an entire chalkboard wall or add one to the back of the door is up to you.
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Hang Sconces
Add some sconces to the kitchen to further brighten up the space—they'll especially come in handy as you prepare meals early in the morning or late at night.
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Keep It Neutral
There's nothing wrong with going all in with neutrals in your modern farmhouse kitchen. Vary your wood tones to enjoy some variety within the space and avoid a monotonous look.
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Don't Forget the Decor
Decorative items such as artwork and candlesticks aren't just for the living room. Display a few of these pieces in the kitchen to bring a dose of personality into your modern farmhouse cooking space.
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Bring in Some Industrial Elements
The exposed brick in the kitchen is unexpected but adds a charming, rustic look to this modern farmhouse cooking space. Modern farmhouse style often overlaps with the industrial aesthetic, and we see that here not only with the brick but also in terms of the brass pendants hanging above the island.
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Serene Scene in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
A calming blue and white kitchen like this one is welcoming and serene. The exposed wooden beam, plenty of woven textures, and a farmhouse-style sink all look nice and cohesive in the space.
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Go All in With Seating
Farmhouse spaces are meant for gathering and enjoying time with friends and family, so incorporating lots of chairs and stools into the kitchen is a must. Here, guests have the option of sitting casually on the island or enjoying a more formal meal at the dining table.
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Cutting Boards on the Wall
For a look that's both eye-catching and functional, hang some of your wood-cutting boards on the wall in your kitchen. They'll be easy for you to access as needed while adding texture and color to your space.
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Tray in Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Trays are a staple modern farmhouse accessory. Use one on the kitchen island to keep small decorative pieces organized or place one on the countertop to store bottles of olive oil, utensils, and more.
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Consider Art
Fill a bare corner of the kitchen with a special piece of art. Take the look to the next level by also hanging a picture light, which will add museum-like quality.
FAQ
What color cabinets for modern farmhouse?
Many modern farmhouse kitchens feature cabinets that are white or off-white, but colors such as dark green, blue, and gray are also popular choices.
How can I make my farmhouse kitchen look more modern?
Incorporate neutral touches as well as sleek light fixtures and hardware. Clean lines will contribute to a modern look.
What makes a modern farmhouse look?
Modern farmhouse design incorporates classic rustic elements of farmhouse style but pairs them with clean lines and sleek, neutral pieces.
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