5 Gorgeous Features That Will Make You Love Your Farmhouse Kitchen

If you have found yourself wondering “How do you make a modern farm kitchen?” or “What should I put in my farmhouse kitchen?” then this is the post for you!

Whether you are updating your existing kitchen or planning your dream kitchen as part of a brand new build, consider adding these 5 elements in order to create a warm, eyecatching farmhouse space. 

1. A Farmhouse Sink

Can you have a true farmhouse kitchen without a farmhouse sink? 

This is our number one recommendation for adding farmhouse charm to your kitchen.

There are so many beautiful models of farmhouse sinks, made of everything from fireclay to stainless steel to copper, with and without exposed apron fronts, that you will certainly be able to find the perfect basin for your space. 

We love to talk about farmhouse sinks and believe that there is a way for you to get a beautiful sink into any kitchen. If you are gutting your current space, building a new house, or are willing to remove or rebuild your sink cabinetry and/or countertops, then adding an undermount farmhouse sink is an option. 

However, if you are looking to replace your sink without tearing your whole kitchen apart, there is still a way for you to achieve your goal. A farmhouse sink can now be a drop-in sink. 

One of the fabulous updates made in the world of farmhouse sinks has been the introduction of gorgeous drop-in farmhouse sinks. 

Kohler, Ikea, Magnus, and Sinkology (among others) all offer beautiful apron front farmhouse sinks that can be installed into your existing cabinets and with pretty much any type of countertop. (Including laminate!) 

This really opens up the world of farmhouse kitchen renovations for people who have a modest budget or no desire to complete a more complicated kitchen redesign. 

Drop-in sinks are also a great option for homeowners who have already installed an expensive countertop material like granite or quartz because these sinks should be able to accommodate almost any existing counter.  

2. Gorgeous Tile 

Adorn the walls, a backsplash, or your floor with tile to increase the visual appeal of your farmhouse kitchen.

This is an opportunity that you don’t want to overlook. Tile’s strength, durability, and water resistance make this material an excellent choice for the kitchen.

It is easy to keep clean and comes in so many beautiful decorative options.

Of course, classic choices for farmhouse kitchens include subway tiles – but don’t think this is the only option. 

Consider creating a statement wall with a bold patterned tile in the expanse of space behind your stove. This beautiful inspiration kitchen was designed by Clark & Aldine.

Or choose a wood-look tile to create a hardwood aesthetic that has all of the benefits of tile, including low maintenance and easy cleanup.

You will be amazed at the rich colors and detailed wood grain appearance of the wood-look floor tiles that are available.

And, in addition to their other benefits, floor tiles are also usually slip-resistant.

3. Thoughtful Light Fixtures 

Something as simple as changing a light fixture can have an enormous impact on your farmhouse kitchen.

When considering how to evoke that modern farmhouse kitchen feel you are striving for, it is important to look for large impact ways to change your room’s overall presentation.

As a bonus, in addition to their showstopping appearance, installing new light fixtures can be both easy and inexpensive.

Consider the following examples of farmhouse kitchen lighting and their overall effect on the room design. 

This chandelier with its rustic industrial build creates a definite farmhouse kitchen focal point. 

This orb chandelier will add elegance to any farmhouse kitchen.  

These delicate brass pendant lights create an airy luminescence your farmhouse kitchen will embrace.  

4. Upgraded Countertops 

Deciding on countertops is one of the most exciting decisions to be made when planning a farmhouse kitchen. 

Upgrading your existing countertops, though, can be a big pain – in addition to a hefty investment. We get it. No one wants to jump into a project like this unnecessarily.

However, replacing or updating your countertops is going to have a significant effect on your kitchen’s aesthetic appeal. Look at what a huge difference these new white stone counters make.

There are many options that will fit in with a modern farmhouse vibe, including concrete, butcher block, marble, quartz, or laminate.

The available choices are staggering and there really is a beautiful countertop available for most any budget. 

5. A Contrasting Island 

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the island is the heart of the farmhouse kitchen.

Kitchen islands are our very favorite piece of kitchen “furniture” and we believe that designing this feature to stand out will only increase its farmhouse charm.

A traditional island that matches the rest of your cabinetry is just fine, of course, but there is something so eyecatching about an island that has its own individual personality.

Whether you choose to paint the island a different color than the rest of your cabinetry, leave it to shine in all of its natural wood glory, or cover it in beadboard or tile, we definitely suggest making your island a statement piece. 

What if you don’t have an island? Well, get one, of course!

There are so many ways to add an island to your kitchen. You could certainly go the traditional route and purchase an island from a home improvement store.

Another option, though, is to pick up a sturdy second-hand furniture piece that can serve as a delightful makeshift island.

Dressers, buffets, or cabinets all have the potential to be perfect for the kitchen island role, especially if you add a countertop to them. 

Check out this awesome how-to video.

Conclusion 

There are so many ways to add farmhouse charm to your kitchen!

However, we believe that these five elements: a farmhouse sink, gorgeous tile, thoughtful light fixtures, upgraded countertops, and a unique island are essential to designing a kitchen with genuine farmhouse charm and personality.

Happy decorating!