Exploring Refined and Relaxed Farmhouse Coastal Design

Interior design styles often converge over time. Each influence leaves an essence of what once made it popular while also creating space for modern interpretation. As each aesthetic evolves, it is molded into a new version that represents today’s sensibilities and lifestyles. In this way, these hybrid designs create a sense of freedom. Our homes are released from the misunderstood ideals, or so-called rules, of interior design that can leave our spaces feeling overly thematic and impersonal. Instead, these free-flowing aesthetics allow us to draw from the most beautiful parts of ourselves creating a space that is truly inspired by authenticity.

Inspiring Your Farmhouse Coastal Design 
Farmhouse interior design is often defined by its ability to combine rustic materials and traditional design elements in a refreshed, modern way to produce a relaxed and welcoming environment. Reclaimed wood, shiplap, and iron are common elements that provide a sense of eclectic inspiration for many farmhouse designs.

Coastal is another popular home aesthetic that also emphasizes the use of organic materials but takes its style in a lighter, sun-soaked direction. Pulling inspiration from shoreline terrain, Coastal design often incorporates a palette of blues and whites accompanied by white oak or driftwood tones of gray.

Although we don’t often think of Farmhouse and Coastal as being one in the same, the two styles share a similar ambience that is rooted in a relaxed, comfortable ambience. For those who find themselves swaying between the two styles but not feeling definite about either, a combination of both may be a more accurate expression of your sensibilities.

Farmhouse Coastal interior design expresses both modern and traditional influences through an elegantly comfortable lens. It’s an interpretation of laid-back luxury that presents itself through a warm neutral palette, clean lines, and a current of nuanced textures. Coastal whites and farmhouse blacks are softened into creamy, matte hues that gently blur the stark contrast. Rustic and refined elements are balanced in equal measure. Rough-sawn wood takes on a polished appeal when finished in contemporary hues. Metallic accents add sophistication in matte finishes. Minimal or no hardware on cabinetry emphasizes the detail of materials and lends to the light and airy ambience.

The Farmhouse Coastal design emphasizes varied texture to create intrigue and movement throughout the home. Boucle, linen, and velvet are juxtaposed by woodgrain, marble, and reeded elements all proving visual interest without disrupting the overall flow of the design. By prioritizing these nuanced details and minimizing décor accents the aesthetic remains serene and easy-going, providing a feeling of calm and comfort for both homeowners and guests.

To us, the home is more than a backdrop to life. It is an integral part of telling the story of who we are, where we started, and the aspiration of who we are yet to become. At its core, interior design is the catalyst for interpreting and sharing these cherished tales of self. As you design your life of beauty, allow yourself the freedom to pull from varied design styles and incorporate multiple influences. Whether you are seeking inspiration, or ready to get started, we invite you to join in collaboration with our celebrated interior designers as you create a space that feels authentically you. Explore more interior design inspiration or visit a Wood-Mode showroom near you to take the next step in your journey.