Ready for a country kitchen makeover? Forget the idea of all-plaid- everything. It’s all about featuring natural materials with a modern twist…
‘Country-chic” is a home décor theme that reappears every year with a new twist.
In the past, it featured plenty of plaid and rustic wood; but in 2016, it’s about incorporating contemporary features that scream “farmhouse” yet still marry with your modern style.
This trend can be tough to pull off if you’re not used to mixing décor styles; that’s why the !nspire team is here to walk you through it.
Ready to go modern country? Here are 3 easy steps to get you started…
Creating A Modern Country Kitchen, Tip #1: Whitewashed Wood
Wood will always play a vital role in country kitchens, but you don’t have to choose rustic, rickety pieces to create that country vibe.
It’s 2016 and designers are creating country-kitchen accent pieces that are streamlined, modern and don’t give splinters when you touch them!
Being the center of the home where families gather, the kitchen/dining room is a great place to feature a modern-country table.
The Eclipse Dining Table in Oak has a whitewashed finish that radiates rustic charm with a modern touch. We love how it extends for extra room at big family dinners and seamlessly self-stores when company leaves.
Paired with the NEW Fargo Dining Chairs with wrought-iron legs and a classic wooden seat, your modern-country dining area is off to a great start!
!nspire tip: Looking to try something new in the seating department? Swap 2 chairs for a long wooden bench instead! Bench seating is known to !nspire a modern-country vibe.
Creating A Modern Country Kitchen, Tip #2: Antique Accents
Next, fill your kitchen with antique accents that create a warm nostalgic feeling of the past.
Your local home décor store will have new-age country accents, but the flea market is where you’ll find the hidden treasures that make your modern-country kitchen feel special.
A good rule of thumb when shopping is to avoid choosing artificial materials, like plastic.
Think: Vintage signs, copper pots, wrought-iron pieces, tarnished brass or thick-cut glass to honor the country vibe.
It’s about balance.
Although these particular materials aren’t exactly ‘modern’, they marry well with existing modern pieces and come together to create a cohesive modern-country style that feels new and interesting.
If you’d rather shop new, the Modus Accent Bench is a standout piece that combines a farmhouse appeal with the contemporary touches of 2016; a great addition to any modern-country kitchen.
Creating A Modern Country Kitchen, Tip #3: Create A Mason Jar Display
(Source: Country Living)
When we think of creating a modern country kitchen, we can’t help but think about mason jars—the staple of country décor!
These simple jars have been infused into country kitchens for decades and aren’t going anywhere, so you might as well embrace them in your modern country makeover.
There are plenty of ways to use mason jars creatively:
- CanningMason jars were used initially to preserve foods in the pantry; so why not create a mason jar display showcasing their intended use?
We love the look of jarred goods because it creates a nostalgic “homey” feel of the past.
Displaying jams, fruits, sauces and veggies also bring a touch of rustic color to your kitchen in a natural, understated way.
- CandlesWe love the idea of using empty mason jars to create candles.
It’s a natural way to bring a touch of softness to your modern country kitchen and allows you express your own creativity.
- BeveragesEntertaining a crowd? Mason jar cocktails drive your country trend home and help you cheers to your new kitchen makeover.
We LOVE these 5 mason jar cocktail recipes from Country Outfitter Life!
Which tip will YOU try to make your country kitchen complete? Is there something we’ve missed? Share your answers and ideas in the comments below!