The rustic, lived-in look of an industrial farmhouse kitchen is enhanced by so many little touches. In this kitchen, the raw, exposed beam gives a nod to the origins of the structure while the beadboard cabinetry and the well-worn, wide-planked wood flooring give the space a relaxed and comfortable feel. The darker color of the countertops and the small kitchen island add a hint of elegance as does the...
We’ve all thought about it. C’mon, admit it! You’d love to chuck all the excess “stuff” that tends to accumulate over the years and live more simply with less room and less stuff. Portland, Oregon interior designer Jessica Helgerson took that leap and has been living for over a year in a 540-square-foot cottage on five acres of farmland. The house, located on an island on the...
The allure of reclaimed materials has created a booming market in antique and salvaged goods. These items, which can range from wood flooring and sinks to siding and yes, even light fixtures, all have a story to tell and bring a one-of-a-kind feeling to any project. Reclaimed materials often find their way into industrial farmhouse kitchens as shown in this beautiful space.
Located in a New Jersey home,...
When the owners of this picturesque Stowe, Vermont farmhouse sat down with an architect to discuss the vision they had for their new home, their goal was to create a classic 19th century New England farmhouse design. They wanted their home to be bright and take advantage of the expansive views surrounding them in this pastoral setting. The result is this 2,500-square-foot, three-bedroom home that...
We continue our visit to an early 1900s property in Pope Valley, California that features a rustic farmhouse and a live-in artist’s studio. When working on the renovations of this property, the owner, who is also an artist, paid meticulous attention to the design details of restoring this rustic home. We visited here Monday on our Vintage Barn Light Blog where we enjoyed a peek on the porch where...