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I like the country house at my grandparents’ house, the place where I spent my summer holidays when I was a child and where I get excited about the wonderful traditions that they try to keep alive. I’m delighted by the quiet atmosphere and the fresh air.

If you find any country house for sale I recommend you do not hesitate. It could be transformed into your country rescue house when you can’t stand any more of the noise and the crowds from the city.  The farmhouse home décor would soothe you while you felt peace settle into your soul.

Imagine how you would feel if you could go in the weekend in a quiet place surrounded by green spaces and flowers, or if you could spend your winter holidays in a rustic room, warm in front of a wonderful fireplace.

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If you love farm décor as much as I do, I’ve gathered together some country house pictures to help you with country house plans.

People tend to confuse country-style homes with outdated cabins, full of dusty lace curtains and overdone ornamenting. While the idea to replicate the ‘80s and ‘90s style remains, rustic décor is now livable and modern. Sometimes, all it takes is to dismiss the overwrought appearance and to make the place look airy and clean.

Before we start, let us explain country decor. It is a very wide term and often depends on the geographical region where it is applied. If we had to make a generalization of basic elements common for every country home, we would name basic furnishing; neutral colors; creamy finishes; or vintage fabrics. Let’s take a look at each element separately:

Country-style furnishing

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When it comes to rustic home décor, the older, the more authentic! Think about a couch, for instance. Brown foldable couches, wrapped with homespun cloths were a classic choice. When it comes to tables and chairs, there is hardly any substitute for knotty pine products. People believed that a comfy rocking chair positioned in the corner was their best decorative detail when it came to farmhouse style

Where could you purchase these items? Go to local flea markets or garage sales, which offer a wide range of products at fair prices. You would be surprised by all those lovely details, from cute bookcases stocked with classic masterpieces; to wooden-ends dining tables which come with a compulsory checkered cloth.  A few great choices will help you to create a beautiful home.

A soft color palette

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Don’t ‘break’ the country atmosphere with bold and shocking colors. In country homes, you need a palette of gentle hues that inspire comfort and warmth. Besides the compulsory crispiness of white and cream, use barn red, pale yellow, Wedgwood blue, dusky periwinkle, or olive green. All of these choices add lively, positive vibes.

‘Authentic’ floors and windows

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There is nothing as natural to a country home than hardwood/laminate floors. If you happen to have something different (which costs a fortune to be replaced), purchase a large rug and cover it. Woolen rugs, for instance, are soft and beautiful, and their price is really affordable.  Rugs add a soft touch to country style.

Besides, rugs give you a lot of space to experiment with colors. You can choose a shade that complements the walls; or something that is patterned with simple country motifs (floral, animal, fruits, etc). Have in mind that you could enrich this country feeling with wrought iron and decorative curtain rods.  The combination of natural materials will bring texture to your rustic living room.

Proper curtains

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Lace and checkered patterns are the typical choices of every country-style household. They will look even more genuine if you use light colors, which allows sunlight to blend completely with the interior.  Combine with wooden furniture for the great rustic style.

Handcrafted decoration

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Well, this is certainly one of the tendencies you don’t find in modern homes. Since earliest times, housewives used their country homes to expose admirable collections of handmade rugs, quilts, or milieus, adding to the originality of country style homes.

The best thing about handmade decoration is that it’s still chic, and you can ‘modernize’ it easily with some fresh colors or geometric patterns. Still, we recommend handcraft only for those have a simple, farmhouse interior where there is no risk of exaggeration.

Accessories

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Rustic décor ideas are both accessible and affordable. You can find piles of accessories in local flea markets, thrift shops, garage sales, or even your own basements. But what are you supposed to look for? We advise you to purchase artwork resembling farm life, nature, and landscapes; animal-inspired accessories; candles; or unique kitchen pottery. Be ready-choosing and combining accessories for your rustic home will take a lot of time, but it’s still the most affordable and entertaining shopping experience.

Decorated walls

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The best way to decorate the walls in a country-style house is to hang as many photographs as possible. Choose your favorite family moments, and enshrine them with carved wooden frames. In fact, the frames could be slightly darker than the furniture, so that the importance of the photo will be highlighted. Another excellent idea is to use an antique wooden clock or to hang checkered quilts in the dining room.

Interesting fabrics

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The rule for ‘country’ fabrics is as follows: use any fabric that understates the country ambiance; and which is powerful enough to attract attention. Soft materials and floral patterns are an excellent choice for a rustic look.

Modest finishes

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The secret of obtaining French country style is to make even the newest elements appear used and outdated. This is exactly why you should use matted finishes, blemished wood, or painted metal.

Compulsory elements

As we said, there is no list of compulsory elements when employing a country design at home. However, cozy recliners, muted lamps, or dazzling fireplaces will really invoke a country farmhouse ambiance.

Country kitchens

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Besides wooden cabinets and tartan cloths, french country kitchen décor deserves a large set of rural utensils and antique cutlery. You can also go more creative, and install wooden racks for spices, pots, and jars. In terms of accessorizing, we recommend a wicker approach: dried flowers and scented candles will look absolutely perfect on the kitchen table.

Less is more

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In the case of farmhouse style homes, interior design ought to resemble the simplicity of country lifestyle. It means that modesty and relaxation are the ultimate goals of every design solution you could implement. What does it mean? It means that you should limit furnishing to items that will genuinely be used; and colors to pale and muted schemes. You should adopt every choice to the requirements of your family, and make sure there are consistency and harmony.

Front porch

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How would you recognize a farm style house at first sight? Certainly by the front porch! Most porches are hand wrought, short, and wrapped with sumptuous plants, but the truth is that a country porch is a completely independent product of its owner’s imagination. One thing, however, is compulsory-the porch has to resemble your style!

As a matter of fact, country porches look cute and inviting even in modern suburbs, where houses have nothing in common with country style.

Finally, decorate the porch with friendly elements, which will inspire an irresistible wish to go inside. Here are some ideas:

  • Beautiful flowers in many colors
  • An inviting and soft rug
  • A vintage ‘roadmap’ or a ‘welcome’ sign

Porch furnishing

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Old country homes embrace both inside and outside.  What would a country house look like without a cute porch for morning coffees and afternoon chilling? If you’re lucky enough to have one, make it as comfortable as you can, and add the following compulsory elements: cozy swings, covered with floral and soft fabrics, and piled with fluffy cushions; large wicker chairs; a bistro table for drinks and candles; and flower pots.  You can also add a range of rustic decorations to create a sense of personal style.

If your space allows it, put a large daybed with red metal frames, one you could even use to sleep during hot summer nights. Accessories such as tartan cloths, drop cloth curtains, twinkling lights, or even glamorously painted ferns will make the porch your favorite rustic country getaway.

Final recommendations

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Remember that your wooden front porch will be exposed to different weather conditions, and it’s therefore not the best place to hang expensive heirlooms and meaningful antiques. The fabrics, on the other hand, should be as durable as possible.  This will help you to create a beautiful house with a country look.

For instance, you could use canvas and benefit from the fact that it requires minimal cleaning and maintenance. We also recommend parachute silk for small accessories (as long as the tone is pale), or there are only modest block-prints or wooden buttons. Finally, don’t forget the water-repellent spray, which can add freshness to your place and your design solutions.

By incorporating these elements to your country home, you’ll create a unique and beautiful space where you can relax.  Beautiful country homes are comfortable spaces which will put you at ease.  We hope our guide to diy country decorating assists you with creating gorgeous country looks.

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