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Do you love the warmth and simplicity of the farmhouse style? You can add new design elements to your kitchen that will bring home-style comfort to your existing space. Here are a few ideas for blending the farmhouse style with your pre-existing kitchen design today.  


White and blue-gray Modern Farmhouse KitchenWhite and blue-gray Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
White and Harbor shaker kitchen cabinets

Replace Your Pendant Lights 

Change out your pendant lights to the schoolhouse, industrial, or antique style readily available at Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware. Look for simple shapes with more of a barn or vintage industrial feel. 

Bring in Wooden Materials or Butcher Block Countertops 

One of the easiest ways to add that old worn feel to a space is to look for a worn breadboard, butcherblock countertops, or a nice wood hood. Rummage through antique stores for an old surface and clean thoroughly before use. Wooden surfaces can have blue-gray bacteria, so if you’re concerned about its origin consider using it for display or get quotes for new surfaces from a countertop fabricator. 

Display Collectible Crockery

Display collectible crockery in open shelves and/or around your counter. Yellowware is a popular collectible, and the finish is quite beautiful. McCoy mixing bowls are another popular option for display.

Add Enamelware to Display Areas 

White or colored enamelware like Le Creuset cast irons are another great way to add texture to your open shelves. You can also take a tray or platter and stand upright against your backsplash areas for more visual interest.  


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Gray shiplap kitchen island cabinets
Colorful cast iron Dutch oven and griddleColorful cast iron Dutch oven and griddle
Colorful cast iron Dutch oven and griddle
Farmhouse apron sink and butcher block countertopFarmhouse apron sink and butcher block countertop
Farmhouse apron sink and butcher block countertop

Mix in Vintage Stools or Chairs 

Many great chairs and stools can be found on Craigslist or in stores like T.J.Maxx and HomeGoods. Even if they are the wrong color, the style is what’s most important. Look for ladder-back or spindle-back designs. Sand, prime, and paint your favorite shapes for an eclectic look. 

Include Shiplap in the Design 

It seems like no design is complete these days without shiplap. A little can go a long way. Try using this feature as a focal point or use it as an accent behind a coffee bar, or even on the ceiling. This design detail can also be painted almost any color, although it’s most commonly seen in white. 

Paint the Kitchen Flooring 

Add some texture and subtle ambiance to your new remodel by painting the wood floors to look like an old farmhouse kitchen design. Place braided or cloth rugs in front of the sink and range and you’ve quickly transformed the space.


What Are the Signature Elements of a Farmhouse Design? 

When you look back at true farmhouse kitchen designs, most of them include a few key ingredients. These pieces easily define this kitchen style and make it the inviting atmosphere we all want to spend time in.  

Among many, here are some of the main features: an apron sink, old-fashioned ranges, big farmhouse kitchen tables, wood floating shelves, furniture-style cabinets, and plenty of vintage accents. Include a few of these signature pieces to help round out your design.

What to Remember When Designing Your Kitchen 

Designing a kitchen can sometimes feel like a whirlwind. There are so many features to consider, colors to think about, and functional characteristics to include. With that said, one of the best things you can do for your kitchen design is to work with a professional designer.  

Kitchen designers know all about standard design practices like how big the walkways should be, how much countertop space you need around your range, and the best location to put your refrigerator.  

At CliqStudios, we offer kitchen design as a free resource for you to guarantee you get your dream kitchen that will function for years to come. Making little mistakes in the floor plan or even having cabinet hinges on the wrong side of the cabinet can really impact how effectively you use your kitchen. 

Lastly, it’s easy to get caught up in staying strictly within one design style. This is a big investment, so if you like farmhouse and industrial styles, mix them together to create a space that is perfect for you in the long run. You won’t regret it! 


Do you need help creating your own customized farmhouse kitchen design? Contact one of our professional kitchen designers now! 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do you design a farmhouse kitchen?

Designing a farmhouse kitchen involves a lot of thought, but most of the style comes from the finishes you choose. Any of the tips above will create a farmhouse kitchen design, but if you need help with the floor plan, please contact one of our expert CliqStudios kitchen designers.

Is the farmhouse kitchen out of style?

Not in the slightest. Since farmhouse kitchen designs have become popularized again in the last decade, homeowners across America have realized how much they enjoy the casual, home-style, inviting feeling of farmhouse design. Some have kept all the original design elements of this style while others have a modernized farmhouse design to fit a more minimal lifestyle.

What are good farmhouse colors for a kitchen?

Regarding farmhouse kitchen colors, there aren’t many restrictions. Over the years, we have seen many variations, but the most typical colors often include different shades of white, olive green, taupe, gray, and sometimes red. This doesn’t mean, however, that you can’t use something more bright like turquoise or yellow, just make sure you tie everything together with décor and accessories.