24 Modern Rustic Decor Ideas For a 21st Century Farmhouse
These rustic-chic spaces prove that you can, in fact, have it all.
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Is your style a little bit country, a little bit chic? We get it. To us, modern-rustic is the most lovable of odd couples, pairing tradition with novelty for an irreverent take on classic design. It's why our favorite rooms are more than just beautiful; they're a smart, fun, and sometimes tongue-in-cheek representation of exactly that sensibility. Here, we've rounded up our favorite modern rustic ideas and inspirations for kitchens, living rooms, bathrooms, and more, all featuring a spin on the farmhouse design you've already come to know and love. And to sweeten the deal, we've even included a few shoppable finds so you can get the look almost as soon as you fall in love with it.
Modern Rustic Laundry Room
These rolling baskets are more than just visually striking; they can also be divvied up among your family members for easy sorting. Alternatively, designer Emily Henderson (the mastermind behind this laundry haven) suggests using one for dirty laundry and another for clean.
Whether you invest in one or five, these rolling canvas carts are bound to prove useful. (Plus, you'll be proud to know that Steele Canvas is a family-owned, American manufacturer.)
Modern Rustic Kitchen Decor
A large farmhouse table, butcher block countertops, and vintage-inspired kitchen canisters all point to rustic, and yet this bright, sunny kitchen by deVOL Kitchens comes across as distinctly modern thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, subway tile, and trendy black paint.
These stunning, enameled metal canisters are an easy way to add a pop of rustic charm to your space without overhauling an entire room.
Modern Rustic Outdoor Entertaining
In our opinion, this bar cart toes the line between "trendy" and "traditional" flawlessly with an unfinished look that feels wholly rustic. Add barware and a few antique touches, as Emily Henderson Design did with those copper lanterns, and you've got yourself the ultimate entertaining space.
The mango wood on this bar cart (the same one pictured in the previous slide) is what modern rustic dreams are made of.
Modern Den With Rustic Details
The jaw-dropping detail in this Massachusetts cabin den? A striking stone fireplace. The rest of the space is kept simple and sleek, with slipcovered CB2 sofas, a handblown glass vase, and a tray resting on a wooden pouf from Roost, so as not to overdo the rustic appeal.
These quirky, oblong glass vases pack a whole lot of rustic identity into any space—no matter how small.
Modern Rustic Bathroom Decor
Rustic meets modern in this bathroom by the Junk Gypsies starring a tub encased in reclaimed wood set against a subway tile backsplash.
Inspired? Try the reclaimed wood look before you make any major commitments with these plank samples.
Rustic Kitchen With Modern Touches
Marble and gold accents are the surprisingly modern features in this otherwise rustic kitchen by deVOL Kitchens. A great big wooden table and bench, an antique hutch, and even decorative plates on the walls (just like Grandma used to do!) give the space a fresh farmhouse feel.
We can't get enough of this pop-art-inspired take on classic farmhouse dinnerware.
Rustic Living Room With Modern Furniture
A sleek, mid-century modern armchair (this one's by Barker and Stonehouse) carves out a contemporary corner in this otherwise rustic room, especially when upholstered in this season's trendiest material: velvet.
Stately and refined, we love the look (and feel) of this velvet chair. It's the easiest way to add some "modern" to your "rustic."
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Decor
You can't get much more country than reclaimed wide-plank floors. But for all its historic charm, this Connecticut farmhouse boasts plenty of modern details and conveniences, including sleek countertops and clean paint colors.
Copper cookware is both decorative and functional, not to mention beautifully rustic with its tendency to develop a rich patina.
Modern-Rustic Sitting Room
A freestanding fireplace bookended by stacks of logs is the rustic focal point of this sitting room. The furnishings are kept minimal for a modern yet comfy look.
By Workstead, Photography by Matthew Williams, from New Romance, Copyright Gestalten 2017
Industrial, mid-century modern legs are an easy way to transform a classic farmhouse table into something a little funkier. (And at $30 for a set of four, the price on these really can't be beat.)
Modern Bedroom With Rustic Accents
Perhaps the most foolproof way to instantly modernize a space is with a fresh, white color palette. Shiplap walls and a single wooden beam (would you believe it's faux?!) keep this bedroom by Love Grows Wild down to earth.
No exposed beams? No problem. Follow Liz's lead by installing a faux beam, like this one from The Home Depot.
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