A Little Bit Country House Tour

I have a great house tour for you today! I love the casual feel and neutral palette of this North Carolina home almost as much as I love that it was decorated on a tight budget. The homeowner used second-hand finds and reupholstered furniture with canvas drop cloths. They also built the dining room table themselves. The sliding doors are my favorite!

All images via Country Living

A Modern Farmhouse

I just had to start out this week with a wonderful, remodeled farmhouse.  The photos are beautiful and scream comfort and relaxation.  What a great place to spend time with friends and family.  Well, the ones you really like anyway.  Check out the whole story about the Belk farm over here.

Industrial Farmhouse Style

My sister and I used to play "architects" when we were little.  We would spend hours drawing up floor plans for our dream houses.  My dream house has changed over the years.  My husband and I have been talking about building a new home and I am leaning towards a modern farmhouse with some industrial elements.  Characteristics of a modern farmhouse are lots of natural light, rooms are more open to each other, lots of grey and white, salvaged materials, distressed wood, and vintage mixed with new.  They tend to have a casual, lived-in feel to them.  Here are a few inspirational photos.

Via House & Home
Bold color and a large sink make this bath kid-friendly.

Via Alicia B. Designs
Beadboard and stainless steel pair perfectly in this kitchen. 

Via Houzz
I would say this is a "modern" farmhouse kitchen.

Via House & Home
Industrial lighting and chairs look right at home with the weathered table.

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Typical farmhouse except for the unique column and large windows.