Strike a balance between traditional and contemporary with these kitchen ideas.
LAUREY W. GLENN; Styling: Page Mullins
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The patterned mint backsplash makes a statement in this kitchen that feels fresh and fun.
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The brushed copper pot on top of the stove adds a unique vintage appearance.
Simple and Sleek
Sometimes it doesn’t take much to make a statement.
This kitchen is simple but anything but boring.
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Utility-inspired concrete countertops, beehive-shaped glass lights, and milk glass accents add a subtle farmhouse emphasis.
Early German settlers would have used Texas limestone inside and out, she says.
Door’s Always Open
Black windows are one of the symbols of a modern home.
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Fresh plants line the windowsill for a fresh accent.
292 adds a refreshing and energetic touch.
The rest of the kitchen, including the hardware and two-tone cabinetry and island, is perfectly contemporary.
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The standout is the graphic tile that ties the two aesthetics together.
By infusing these farmhouse details, you get a grand and intimate space.
Contrasting wood tones add interest and dimension to the area.
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A Statement Made
At first glance, this kitchen is 100% farmhouse.
The styles complement each other for a unique modern farmhouse pairing.
New Build, Old Style
Is there anything more quintessentially farmhouse than a porcelain apron-front sink?
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Open shelving allows you to display all your favorite dishes.
Vintage platters adorn the walls for creative decor.
Mountain Modern Farmhouse
Industrial pendant light?
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We introduced a statement-making copper sink and olive window trim to bring an edge to these elements.
Though mostly shiny and new, the gold hardware and copper accents still wink at the rustic.
The large range hood and deep kitchen sink add to the farmhouse aesthetic.
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Designer Maggie Griffin also selectedBenjamin Moores Antique Pewter (1560)for the cabinetry to complement the tile.
Got The Blues
The first thing you see when you look at this kitchen?
The fresh black counters and black splash, then the rustic white shiplap.
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The cool navy cabinets play on both sides of the field, feeling modern and farmhouse.
Gold pendant lighting adds a glamorous, bright touch to this dark room.
Industrial details like the light pendants, range hood, and black windows also work together.
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Mixing styles creates a more updated version of aclassic farmhouseappearance.
The natural lighting helps soften the clean white kitchen without appearing too sterile.
The stools, open shelves, and wood beams brighten up the space and bring contrast.
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Use functional pieces, like wood cutting boards, to decorate the room.
Meanwhile, the counter-to-ceiling subway tile, stools, and light fixtures bring industrial flair to the area.
Throw rugs helps define the space while adding a cozy touch to the kitchen.
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Different finishes continue the contrast and balance.
Use a basket to hold fresh fruits and vegetables to display.
The large kitchen table, bench included, will sit the entire family for casual gatherings.
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Pairing the simple cabinetry with minimalistic decor allows this room to focus on functionality.
Garden-Inspired Green
Garden-inspired green cabinetry automatically makes this kitchen feel more modern.
They add a bit of rustic charm to the otherwise new open-concept space.
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The oversized island doubles as a seating area.
Classic Materials
Black countertops and hardware add modern touches to this classic farmhouse kitchen.
This layout is bright and airy, pairing white subway tile backsplash and shaker-style cabinetry with oversized windows.
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Open shelving over the kitchen sink embraces the farmhouse kitchen appearance.
Use fresh flowers or fruit to add more color to the space that you could update throughout the seasons.
Wood Beans And Steel
Don’t let the large wood beams intimidate you.
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This kitchen is spacious and uses the dark kitchen island to pull focus into the room.
The minimalistic design highlights the unique decor.
Wide-plankedwood floorsand white cabinetry complete the look.
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Pattern Recognition
Floral upholstery adds character and a bit of whimsy to this updated farmhouse kitchen.
Wide-planked floors and rustic wood tables balance out more modern details like pendant lights and chrome fixtures.
White cabinetry and tile allow the room’s unique elements to shine.
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