Stunning Farmhouse Before-and-After Makeovers

By Patricia Shannon
April 04, 2017
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn
There’s something about Southern farmhouses that we just can’t get enough of whether it’s their historic charm, clean lines, or wide front porches. But, when a centuries-old farmhouse is brought back to life without losing an ounce of it’s original integrity—that’s when you really know it’s something special.
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The Ho-Hum Farmhouse Porch

Credit: Laurey W.Glenn

This porch had great bones but was a bit bland.

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The Ho-Hum Farmhouse Porch Big Reveal

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Because the structure was in great shape, all that was needed was some comfortable furniture, a rug to pull the space together, and punchy accessories.

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The Dark and Dated Kitchen

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The upper and lower dark-stained cabinets made the kitchen feel boxed in.

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The Dark and Dated Kitchen Reveal

Credit: Francesco Lagnese

Now the kitchen is a light-filled space with historic details like beadboard, a farmhouse sink, and brass accents tying the space together.

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The Sleepy Stunner

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The beautiful lines of this farmhouse weren’t living up to their full potential.

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The Sleepy Stunner Reveal

Credit: Laurey W. Glenn

Crisp white paint, an antique-style front door, and porch furniture made for lounging brought the farmhouse exterior to life.

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The Dilapidated Texas Farmhouse

This Central Texas farmhouse was purchased as a weekend home, but it was definitely in need of major updates.

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The Dilapidated Texas Farmhouse Reveal

Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo

The stairs were repositioned and the old rusty roof was upgraded to metal. The homeowners also added a two-story brick chimney and shutters to the upstairs windows.

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The Porch with a View

This wide front porch was a blank canvas with great views of the countryside.

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The Porch with a View Reveal

Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo

A fresh coat of paint, including a traditional light blue ceiling, refreshed the porch. White wicker furniture provides a comfortable spot for taking in the views.

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The Living Room with Clunky Details

A strange, sloped wall in the corner and a low-hanging beam make the space disjointed.

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The Living Room with Clunky Details Reveal

Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo

Wide-planked shiplap was discovered under the old paneling. A fresh coat of white paint and the warm-hued trim create cozy farmhouse style.

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The Steep and Dark Staircase

The staircase didn’t seem to be an original design of the space, but, rather, an afterthought.

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The Steep and Dark Staircase Reveal

Credit: Photo: Ngoc Minh Ngo

The stairs were rebuilt to make them more functional and even included a space for a powder room beneath.

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The Big and Cramped Farmhouse Kitchen

This large kitchen still somehow felt cramped.

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The Big and Cramped Farmhouse Kitchen Reveal

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The kitchen was completely rebuilt, including a 200-square-foot addition from the former mudroom. Now, open shelving give classic farmhouse details.

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The Not-So-Master Bath

This small bathroom certainly didn’t feel like a master bath.

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The Not-So-Master Bath Reveal

Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo

Vintage materials vibe with the farmhouse style of the home. Beadboard, hexagonal tile, pedestal sinks, and schoolhouse-inspired lights add charming detail.

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The Boring Farmhouse Bedroom

There wasn’t a lot going on in this bedroom.

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The Boring Farmhouse Bedroom Reveal

Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo

Fresh paint on the shiplap walls and trim brighten up the space. Simple furniture and a pop of color on the bed are all the room needed to make a major impact.

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The Farmhouse-Style Bungalow

This 1920s bungalow needed some love.

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The Farmhouse-Style Bungalow Reveal

Credit: Hector Sanchez

When the owner went to renovate the bungalow, he designed it around three ideals that would just as well fit a farmhouse: respect for the land, a passion for horticulture, and a love of Southern architecture.

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The Outdated Kitchen

The small kitchen was a 150-square-foot space in a 110-year-old home. The homeowner knew it needed an updated.

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The Outdated Kitchen Reveal

Exterior siding that was repurposed to use on the kitchen ceiling and beautiful wood floors shine here. A stunning copper range is an unexpected focal point.

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The Tiny Farmhouse Cottage

This tiny cottage was rickety, to say the least.

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The Tiny Farmhouse Cottage Reveal

A solid foundation, a wide front porch, and new entrance completely update the house.

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