Showing posts with label country kitchen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label country kitchen. Show all posts

Country interiors that are clean and fresh, not cluttered and frilly!

Tuesday, March 31, 2015

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I was born and raised on a large farm in an old colonial farmhouse.  I will always love old wide plank floors, exposed wood beams, and wavy windows. That being said, I have never been a fan of "country" decorating.  Ruffled valances, roosters, chintz and faux chipping paint make me cringe.  Country can be fresh and clean and beautiful - see below...

Farmhouse Hall by South West Interior Designers & Decorators Sims Hilditch

Gotta have your florals or toile? Then keep the drapery, linens and upholstery tailored and crisp.

Farmhouse Bedroom by South West Interior Designers & Decorators Sims Hilditch

Keep your light upholstery for a room like the bedroom - any room close to the house entrances is more subject to the dirt brought in from gardening and livestock.

Farmhouse Bathroom by Chicago Architects & Building Designers Northworks Architects and Planners

I would also save white cabinetry for a bathroom - the kitchen of a farmhouse gets far too much traffic!

I would never have the heart to touch these floors or beams, so keeping the linens and walls white keeps the space fresh.

via Country Living

While I LOVE white cabinetry, it's very tough to keep clean in a farmhouse.  Between farm dogs and dusty boots, go with a cream or off-white if you can't do dark cabinetry.

via Country Living


Ranchers with low ceilings need all the light they can get.  A white ceiling, a mirrored wall, and glass doors make the most of the light.

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Farmhouse Bedroom by Millbrook Architects & Building Designers Crisp Architects

LOVE this too.  You don't need ruffled valances to decorate this space.  The treetops are more than enough.

Last day to enter the Wallpaper for Windows giveaway, and gorgeous window eye candy!

Thursday, February 14, 2013

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Today is the last day to sign up for your chance to win a $75 gift certificate to use at Wallpaper for Windows, so hurry over to this post to enter. In the meantime, here are some absolutely gorgeous spaces made more gorgeous through the use of leaded or decorative glass.

Some of these looks could easily be replicated by using designs from Wallpaper for Windows!

I don't know if I could live with the mint cabinets long-term, but I still think this kitchen is adorable!


Very cool, unique kitchen


Reminds me of the homes in Spain!

Wallpaper for Windows or other decorative glass treatments are ideal for the bath, where extra privacy is desired.


All images via Houzz

Divine Kitchens

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

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I think kitchens can really tell a lot about a person. Do they cook a lot, are they messy or neat, modern or traditional, are they collectors or purgers..., etc.. Below are some lovelies I've pulled together...


I'm not usually a big fan of modern, but the rug and sheers adds softness.


Love the light fixtures, love the backsplash.  Kitchen tiles and flooring tile is really something that makes a huge impact and can't really be faked.  I'm sure when I'm lucky enough to design my dream kitchen, and floors, I'm going to try and look into every possible money saving option, like buying wholesale tile, click here for an example.

White is my favorite for cabinets.

Wow! 3 chandeliers, that wallpaper, that green island!  It all makes for one pretty and cheerful kitchen.

Sleek and efficient.



I don't think I've seen a kitchen with this much exposed brick.

Definitely the kitchen of a fun-loving, quirky chef.

What does your kitchen say about you?

1. Rue Mag,  2 - 4.  BHG, 6. House Beautiful, 7. Coco & Kelly  5., 8. Desire to Inspire

*disclosure: this post is in partnership with prosourcefloors.com

Unique, beautiful, and functional kitchens

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

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So pretty and light-filled...!


I like open shelving, but I (and boyfriend) are not quite disciplined enough to keep things that neat all the time.





Which do you like?

via Interiors Porn, Bolig Magasinet,Llamas Valley, Lonny, Southern Living, Sweet Home Style, Sweet Home Style

Muted and beautiful - a lovely house tour

Thursday, July 19, 2012

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A little calm and serenity for your Thursday afternoon...

Ahh...mazing light!



One day I will have an oversized wall mirror...



great floors...

See and read more at Llamas Valley

Perfect little dining rooms

Monday, July 16, 2012

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I have been in dire need of a new dining room table for over a year now. Why oh why is it so hard for me to find one I like and a price I like. I think I want a round one...


I really like this one...

or a Saarien style table







Which one is your favorite?

via BHG