Farmhouse has been a popular design staple for a while now, and it isn’t going anywhere. In fact the traditional farmhouse style has undergone a makeover with a new name, keeping many of the same features and adding some contemporary touches. Modern Farmhouse style is here to stay, and we think you’ll love updating your bathroom with some unique and modern ideas, keeping with the farmhouse vibe.
Traditional farmhouse style uses a very neutral pallet, whites being at the forefront of any large pieces of decor, furniture, or paint colors. Modern farmhouse adds contrasting colors like black and navy blue that will pop and add visual interest. In your bathroom, finishes such as faucets, doorknobs, door handles, towel holders, even toilet paper holders can be the place where these contrasting colors shine. You could even look to add black finishes on your mirror frame or walk in shower frame. If you’re looking to make a bold move with color you could even paint an accent wall in your bathroom a darker color.
Another staple of traditional farmhouse style is earth textures and tones. Wire baskets, distressed wood vanities, wooden floors, or exposed beams give off a calming vibe. By adding chic subway tiles or shiplap you can really modernize your space. When you update the simple things in your bathroom such as hand towel holders and functional shelving, you will complete the modern farmhouse feel. Try a fresh new open shelving unit with a wire basket to hold extra toilet paper, a bold vase and some greenery, and a cute wooden sign.
Finally, when updating your farmhouse bathroom for a more modern feel, one of the places with the biggest impact is your lighting. Traditional farmhouse lighting may have a rustic, earthy look. Upgrade your vanity lighting to something more bold, such as a fixture that features matte black finishes and bright white lights. Another great feature to add to a bathroom is a hanging pendant light.
Whether you’re looking to move to a more modern look throughout your home, or your bathroom just needs a few subtle upgrades, trying out some modern touches can really make a difference in the overall feel of any room. We hope these tips for your bathroom give you the inspiration you need to complete a subtle makeover to your farmhouse style.