Three words. Rustic farmhouse revival.
Driven heavily by the virality of the lived in and super cosy cottagecore design trend and the rise of earthy interiors this year, this cyclical design trend is making waves in 2025, and there’s so much to love about what comes with this interior trend.
From reclaimed wood to heritage charm and earthy inspired decor that feels good to be within, we caught up with Claire Garner of Claire Garner Design Studio to get the low down on how to emulate this rustic aesthetic.
What Are The Key Characteristics of The Rustic Farmhouse Interior Trend?
Whilst there are some crossovers between earthy inspired design, there are some notable differences that emulate the farmhouse side of the trend including exposed wood beams and lime washed walls.
“The rustic farmhouse interior trend is all about warmth, character and a sense of timelessness. It embraces natural textures, vintage or antique pieces and a lived-in, layered aesthetic that feels both grounded and inviting. Think lime washed walls, exposed wood beams, reclaimed materials and soft, earthy colour palettes that echo the surrounding landscape”, shared Claire.
We know that the rise of earthy inspired design has been ignited by that feeling of safety and warmth following the post pandemic years. There’s something about it that just feels good to be in, and this continues to fuel similar design trends.
Claire added, “This trend is resonating so strongly right now because people are increasingly craving authenticity and comfort in their homes”.
“There’s a shift towards slower living and more meaningful spaces that tell a story. Rustic farmhouse style offers a strong sense of nostalgia and connection to nature, while still feeling fresh and relevant”.
How To Incorporate A Touch of Farmhouse Rustic Style Into Your Own Home
It’s actually surprisingly easy to nail the farmhouse look in your home as far as design trends go, and working with natural elements to ground the interior is one of the best ways to start building on this scheme.
“To incorporate this look at home, I’d suggest starting with natural materials and layering textures – think linen, wool, timber and stone. Mix old and new pieces, source vintage finds and avoid anything too polished or perfect. It’s about creating a space that feels honest and soulful, not staged or overly curated”, added Claire.
Rattan or seagrass are such easy and accessible options for inclusion, baskets are fab for bringing in some natural warmth whilst they’ll hide a multitude of sins too!
“I see this trend working beautifully in any room of the home, but particularly in kitchens and living spaces. These are the rooms where family and friends gather, and the rustic farmhouse aesthetic really enhances that sense of warmth and togetherness”, said Claire.
Just look at it working beautifully in Claire’s design project below. When it comes to colour schemes, starting with a limewash or warm off-white/neutral creates a workable backdrop that lends itself to farmhouse design.
Then you can start including other earthy colours into the scheme through textiles, furnishings, artwork and decor. Browns, creams, whites, reds and greens will typically fall under a rustic colour palette, but you absolutely can explore additional notes of warm colours such as yellow and even blue for a unique feel. Doing this through artwork is the best way to do it, just small doses of colour that create a warm, lived in approach that’s reminiscent of this design style.
If you’ve got plans to renovate your kitchen, this trend is perfect for creating a timeless, warm space for years to come. Claire agreed and said, “A shaker kitchen with aged brass hardware, open shelving with handmade pottery, or a reclaimed wood dining table would all sit perfectly within this look”.
Just look at that indulgently warm shade on the cabinetry too, just a beautiful natural balance between the marble and neutral walls. Recreate the look on the cabinetry with a shade such as Dead Salmon by Farrow and Ball.
There’s no better place to give this design trend a chance than in your hallway. It’s the immediate first impression your guests, and yourself get as you arrive home, and this trend encapsulates everything that instantly makes you feel relaxed, and at home.
If you have real exposed wooden beams, capitalise on that! It’s a sounding ground for this aesthetic, bringing instant natural warmth. It’s the rustic farmhouse answer for panelling.
But, if your house isn’t naturally graced with it, you absolutely can add in faux wooden beams to recreate the look. There’s a number of different ways this can be achieved, and Frenchic Browning Wax is the stain you want to use on the beams to recreate a similar look to the below.
Note those natural stone floors in the entryway below too. A natural aesthetic that feels cosy, warm and effortlessly put together. Stone floors can come at quite a cost, but porcelain tiles are a great alternative.
Styling touches will help to pull the finished look together, and less is more works! When choosing decor pieces, opt for natural elements where possible, quirky, thrifted finds for character and tasteful artwork that you personally love.
Those warm, understated neutral paint shades for the wall are the best place to start in layering this look. Have a look at Farrow and Ball Skimming Stone, Slipper Satin and Lime White.
Are you a fan of this design trend? If you have any other questions or would like more paint recommendations, please leave me a comment below and I’ll come straight back!
