Why the modern farmhouse aesthetic is all the rage
Original Article Published by the Hartford Courant and Seattle Times - By Kaitlyn Keegan
Modern farmhouse style has been all the rage — in magazines, on design TV shows and in homes across the country.
According to a study by Ruby Home, modern farmhouse is the leading home interior style across the United States. The style is a blend of classic and contemporary and is known for its mixture of old and new.
Modern farmhouse incorporates traditional farmhouse components such as wood, metal and distressed surfaces along with clean lines, neutral colors and contemporary touches.
It is especially popular amid the pandemic because of the use of older furniture. Upcycling and thrifting for older pieces and giving them new life is very on trend right now.
According to Sharon McCormick of Sharon McCormick Designs, modern farmhouse is going strong but within reason.
Homeowners are “not decorating with every single element of the style in one room so that style becomes a caricature of itself,” she said. “Like any style, it is most successful when the structure and architecture of the home are congruent with the décor. For example, a midcentury modern home doesn’t lend itself to shiplap walls.”
