Whether your farm house is one that’s been passed down from generation to generation or a new apartment in town, modern farmhouse style is all about the look of your interior spaces. This appealing look knows no geographic or architectural boundaries. No matter where you live, you can create a modern farmhouse of your very own. Today, let’s look at three modern rooms that use natural wood finishes and touches of black to great benefit:

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Nothing says modern farmhouse like natural wood finishes and accents of black. See what we mean in the foyer and hallway above. This modern farmhouse is stunning with natural wood on the floor, upper cabinets in the kitchen on the right, as well as chunky beams on the ceiling and black painted doors, built-in storage in the room on the left, Notice the natural finish on the shelves in the black storage. One iconic farmhouse element seen in this modern home is the rolling barn style doors that could close off the kitchen.

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More natural finished wood elevates the spacious modern farmhouse kitchen above. Four beautiful stools are just right at the sleek breakfast bar. Shaded pendant lights emphasize the modern look.

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The white modern farmhouse living room above also shows off elements in black. Black metal and a gorgeous black and white rug layered with a natural one are stylish and inviting. We love the white-painted fireplace with its chunky wood mantel.

Wouldn’t the Brinhill Console Table be stunning in your modern farmhouse. It’s sleek in black metal and light Tennessee walnut and up-to-the-minute lines.

Brinhill Console Table

The Tractor Seat Counter/Bar Stool is ideal for today’s modern farmhouse kitchen or rec room. With vintage style, updated with a smooth solid acacia wood seat (rather than a metal one.) A gently curved base adds to its appeal.

Tractor Seat Counter/Bar Stool

So you see, whether you live in the city or out in the countryside, you can create a home with awesome modern farmhouse appeal. Have questions about modern farmhouse style or any of the furnishings we offer? Contact us at Gfurn.com

Are you drawn to appealing light and airy coastal style, but sprawling traditional Cape Cod doesn’t quite work for you, nor does a cozy beach cottage? There’s an awesome alternative. It’s called modern coastal style. Read on to explore the possibilities of modern coastal spaces:

With elevated touches of beachy elements you love, the entryway below shows off modern coastal to great advantage. Combining modern glam mirrors, white lamps along with found objects from the sea or sand, and setting all of them against a background of coastal blue is an appealing modern look to welcome guests and family alike.

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There’s no doubt about the coastal roots of the living room below, but this open space is also decidedly modern. From chic seating and coffee table to fabulous lighting modern style infuses this coastal living room with modern style. It’s a merging of styles that creates a fresh new look.

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If darker hues are more your decor style, the beautiful bedroom below may suit your design aesthetic. This space plays medium blue and gray against brilliant white walls and ceiling. Unframed watery wall art is a perfect modern addition. Unframed canvases are just right for modern coastal interiors.

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The Madrid 6-Drawer Dresser with its beautiful Navarra ash finish would be an awesome addition to a modern coastal style home or apartment.

And here is its sibling, the Madrid Sideboard, also in Navarra ash finished solid acacia wood. What an appealing option for a modern coastal foyer, living room or dining room.

If you think modern coastal style is the best of all coastal looks, we hope you will explore the many ways to elevate your modern home with this awesome, open, airy look. You’ll find watery and sandy hues fit seamlessly into your modern interior spaces from foyer, to kitchen and beyond. After you browse our home decor offerings at Gfurn.com, if you have questions, let us know how we can help you realize your coastal decor goals. We can be reached by phone or email here. We hope to hear from you soon! 

Nothing in your home boosts spirits like color and art. Bold color and massive artwork take that to a new level. If you’re ready to bring new life to your modern interior spaces, consider introducing vivid hues and lively artwork into any room.

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Soft pink has always had a place in Mid-Century decor. In the living room shown above a pale pink sectional is set against a bold color-splashed wall with a trio of black-accented modern paintings of varied sizes. Black accents are repeated in the decorative pillows on the seating. As big fans of the unexpected, we love the introduction of massive vines into the space, as well as a pair of tiny tables rather than a larger cocktail table.

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A purple velvet sofa is beautiful, but set against a navy blue wall it’s awesome. Bold artwork and toss pillows amp it up to a new level. See the floral theme that flows through the paintings? This living room decor is clever and very creative.

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With an elevated eclectic gallery wall as backdrop, this secluded dining space is accented with a bold blue hue on the upholstered dining chairs and in the large painting.

The Greiz 3 Seater Sofa in Dark Green Velvet would be perfect as the centerpiece set against an artful wall in a modern living room. Actually that dark green velvet would fit beautifully into the first image shown above, the pink living room.

Greiz 3 Seater Sofa - Dark Green Velvet

If you have a small living room, the Bente Loveseat 2-Seater Sofa in Tufted Midnight Blue Velvet would work extremely well as the anchor for a colorful art-filled space.

Bente Tufted Velvet Loveseat 2-Seater Sofa - Blue

When creating an inspired color-infused modern living space, the possibilities are almost limitless. Each of us can bring our own personality into any room with choice of color and artwork. As you tackle your bold project, we’d love to help in any way we can. If you want to share, we can’t wait to follow your progress and see your finished room. See you soon at Gfurn.com! 

Still, struggling to find space for a dedicated home office in your tiny modern home? Perhaps you feel you’ve explored all your “less than ideal” options? Here’s an idea worth considering. Every conventional room has at least four corners. One of those corners might be the perfect place to set up your home office--an unused space just waiting to be discovered. Here are some bright ideas, “corner offices” that recently caught our attention:

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A geometric splash of color is an unexpected decorative touch that focuses the eye on the center of this corner turned home office. This small space seems light and airy and very modern. An added perk is that you get to choose a color, bright or subtle that makes you smile.

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This bedroom corner works wells as a serious workspace. Simple narrow ledges make a perfect gallery wall above the modern white desk.

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Who says a tiny out of the way corner must be boring? What a gorgeous view to inspire you as you work from home.

Ingram Working Desk - Black

Ingram Working Desk in Black with sleek hairpin legs is exactly right for a home office in the corner of a modern living room. We love the built-in storage on top--small, but sufficient.

Arod Cabinet Desk - Sage Green

This Arod Cabinet Desk in Sage Green with natural wood legs would work beautifully in a bedroom corner. It’s ideal with a drop-down desktop and handy cubbies that are out of sight when the desktop is closed. We’re smitten by this modern piece.

So, you see, possibilities abound for setting up a simply perfect little workspace in a forgotten corner in the bedroom, living room, or even in the kitchen. Where will you choose to situate yours? If you discover more than one unused corner, it would be easy to move your workspace from one room to another to get a new and exciting visual from time to time. If we can assist you at any time, let us know. We would love to hear from you.

Want to elevate your kitchen? Like to make it a more interesting space? You can do that. You might even turn it into an irresistible gathering spot for family and friends. Consider what activities and social interaction you could encourage in your modern kitchen beyond food prep. Then, go for it. Think big, add some great seating and practical storage pieces and then sit back and enjoy a more functional and beautiful place for living every single day of the week.

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One of the most effective ways to encourage more family participation in the kitchen is to add a breakfast nook (definitely not just for morning meals though.) See our recent post on banquettes and benches. As seen above breakfast nooks are for tiny spaces as well as spacious kitchens.

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Of course, a breakfast bar is for eating, but also makes a great place to do homework or entertain friends. The room above seems to be an exceedingly pleasant gathering spot.

The kitchen and dining area below is light, airy and offers lots of room for living from morning to night--creating a beautiful beating heart of a modern home. Wonder what’s in that sleek sideboard. Could it be used to store table linens, serving pieces or games and toys for the kids?

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The Odin Sideboard with White Lacquered Body and colorful drawers and doors. We think this is a perfect piece for a multi-use or eat-in kitchen. What a gorgeous modern persona is on display here!

Odin Sideboard - White Lacquered Body

For more narrow spaces is the Nakula Tall Sideboard in Oak & White, You’ll find lots of out of sight storage in the tall Nakula.

Nakula Tall Sideboard - Oak & White

What do you think? Do you have enough room to make your modern kitchen into a space you can enjoy dawn to dusk and beyond. You can make your kitchen much more than just a place to eat and run. We would love to help you turn your kitchen into the beautiful heart of your home. See you soon.