A derelict farmhouse gets a fresh makeover

Before moving into the farmhouse, homeowners Christina and John had to completely gut the house. Rather than tackling the project in one-go, they first renovated the main floor so the couple and their young son could move in, and then worked on the second floor.

The homeowners have a knack for finding incredible one-of-a-kind finds from yard sales, Craigslist, flea markets, and even from off the street. All of these pieces come together to give this living room an unfussy, relaxed look. We love the way the soft teal walls complement the rustic brown tones in the sofa, rug, and wood floors.

This kitchen just exudes farmhouse style! The antique apron-front sink is charming, as are the decorative plates and cake stands lining the open shelves. The decorative white trim is another pretty element.

Instead of a runner, the homeowners painted a green stripe up the stairs that lead to the second floor.

Here is a look at the main bedroom, which perfectly pairs luxe elements like a brass bed and antique chandelier with more homey pieces like the mismatched side tables. The floral area rug pulls the colour palette of soft blues and rustic reds together.

This is the couple’s son’s bedroom, which doubles as a guest room. There are plenty of cheery, kid-friendly details here, like the chandelier (a yard sale find that the couple painted blue), pale yellow walls, and the kitschy quilts. 


The attic hasn’t been renovated yet, but it still works as a guest bedroom for visiting friends and family.