Window Coverings for the Modern Farmhouse

There's a reason why so many of us continue to fall in love with the modern farmhouse style. Its unique take on comfort and simplicity creates a space that makes you feel at home, even if you've never set foot on a farm.

Below is our guide to pulling off the modern farmhouse window treatments design. Read over these tips and keep them in mind as you work on your own home. With any luck, you'll achieve the perfect balance between classic comfort and modern flair.

Blinds by Design – proudly serving Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky (KY), Jeffersonville, Sellersburg, and New Albany, Indiana (IN), and the surrounding areas – is here to inform you of the perfect modern farmhouse window treatments. Contact us today for all your window treatment needs.

Choose a Neutral Palette

As always, you'll want to keep the 60-30-10 rule in mind. 60% dominant shade, 30% minor shade, and 10% accent shade. Here, white is the natural choice to fulfill the role of your dominant shade.

Think about using earthy shades like grays, tans, and browns for your other two colors. Bare in mind that your accent shade should be the boldest of them all.

Mix and Match Furniture

Traditionally, farmhouse designs rely heavily on simple wooden furniture. The type of wood and finish you use is up to you but opt for pieces that feature clean and simple lines whenever possible. To give the look a more modern twist, you'll want to infuse another layer of comfort into the space.

Think about balancing the room's natural materials with farmhouse decor ideas like plush couches, comfy accent chairs, and cushioned bar stools. You can also enhance the feeling of the space by layerings items like throw pillows and blankets into your design.

Industrial Accents

Decorative accessories are essential for any space when creating a design style. Here, we'd suggest leaning strongly on industrial-inspired pieces. Keep an eye out for hanging barn doors, wooden mantles, iron-inspired light fixtures, and galvanized metal storage buckets. Take a trip to your local second-hand or antique shop to find unique, one-of-a-kind industrial accents.

Add Texture with Window Treatments

Many modern farmhouses employ white walls to keep the space bright and to act as a canvas for other interesting design elements like lighting and artwork. Woven Wood Shades are a great way to add texture to walls and windows.

Besides bringing texture and visual interest to the room, woven wood shades serve another purpose: the combination of earthy, natural tones ties together lighter wood furniture and dark floors for a unified look. Finally, you can layer your woven wood shades with white linen drapery panels to complete the aesthetic.

Consider the Rooms Needs

Specific rooms have requirements that window coverings need to fulfill. For example, farmhouse kitchens often have windows over the stove or sink and require heat and moisture resistant window treatments. Being knowledgeable about the room's needs can be beneficial to all involved.

We have a wide selection of woven wood shades in hundreds of patterns, colors, and fiber types. Our design pros are very experienced with the Modern Farmhouse style. We can help you select the perfect shades to complete your farmhouse look. Contact us today to schedule your complimentary in-home consultation with one of our friendly design pros!