6 Farmhouse Home Office Ideas

Thinking about incorporating farmhouse home office ideas in your home office? We’ve got you covered! Modern farmhouse is an interior design style that blends traditional farmhouse elements with contemporary design features. It is characterized by a warm and cozy atmosphere, with natural materials, neutral color palettes, and a mix of old and new furnishings. Modern farmhouse often features shiplap walls, exposed wood beams, and rustic textures like burlap, linen, and wool. It also incorporates industrial touches such as metal accents and concrete floors. The style emphasizes simplicity, comfort, and functionality which makes it a great style to choose for your home office.

1. Choose Rustic, Natural Materials:

Farmhouse design is all about incorporating rustic, natural materials into the space. When it comes to your home office, this could mean using wood for the bookshelves and other furniture as well as using natural fibers for items such as curtains and rugs.

Natural Linen Curtains

These linen-colored flax curtains from Voilybird on Amazon are the perfect texture for your farmhouse home office. We recommend hanging your curtains both higher and wider than your actual window to make your windows seem larger and more luxurious. Sticking to a neutral color such as the linen helps tie together the farmhouse feel.

2. Select Stylish Storage Solutions:

A home office needs to be organized in order to be functional. Consider using baskets, bins, and other storage solutions to keep your space clutter-free. Look for options that are both functional and stylish, such as woven baskets, vintage-inspired metal containers, or rustic crates.

DIY Crate Shelving

A fun farmhouse office idea to incorporate a vintage touch is to utilize wood crates as wall shelving. The crates can be stained to your perfect color and hung in a variety of ways. Get creative with it- the possibilities are endless!

Shiplap Built-ins farmhouse office idea

Can we even mention farmhouse style without mentioning shiplap? For an authentic, Joanna Gaines approved look, you could add a shiplap accent wall. However, if you are looking for something a little more subtle, try a bookcase with open shelving and a shiplap backing. We love the farmhouse feel of this one from Wayfair.

3. Incorporate plants

Adding plants to your home office can bring a touch of nature into the space, making it feel more inviting and calming. Low-maintenance options that are easy to care for could be succulents, snake plants, or fake plants. Options that require a little more care are a fiddle leaf fig, fresh bouquets, and eucalyptus.

Farm Fresh Florals

There is nothing better to liven up your farmhouse office than farm fresh florals displayed on a desk or shelf. Try picking up a bouquet on your weekly Trader Joes run or opt for a more budget friendly faux bouquet. Either option is sure to make you smile when you enter the room.

4. Add Personal Touches

Personalize your farmhouse home office by adding items that reflect your personality and interests. This could be anything from vintage maps and artwork to family photographs or travel mementos.

Family Portraits

Bring out the farmhouse family values by featuring your family in your office. This Adamson collage frame by Sand & Stable would look great in any farmhouse, but would look especially great on a shiplap bookcase shelf.

5. Invest in a comfortable chair:

A comfortable chair is a must-have for any home office. Look for an option that is both stylish and supportive, with adjustable features such as lumbar support and armrests. This one from Sayoasis also includes a head rest for added support and will blend seamlessly into your farmhouse space.

6. Don’t Underestimate Lighting

Proper lighting is crucial for any home office, as it can affect your productivity and overall well-being. Look for a combination of natural and artificial light sources, such as windows and desk lamps, to create a well-lit workspace.

Farmhouse office idea light fixture

There are many great farmhouse home office ideas when it comes to light fixtures. Lighting is an easy place to incorporate more rustic and natural materials. The flushmount fixture by Eyassi on Amazon is  made of a vintage square real wood frame and black metal canopy that reminds us of old barn doors and farmhouse gates. 

By incorporating these items or similar into your home office, you can successfully pull off a warm and cozy farmhouse space. Remember to include rustic natural materials wherever possible and try to keep the space personal. The most important part is that you feel at home there!

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