Landy Gardner Tennessee Farmhouse - Cozy and Colorful Farmhouse Decorating Ideas

Worried that pendant lights would detract from the thickly beamed ceiling, Landy opted for space-saving flush mounts. The bronze-based trio shines with unobtrusive charm in keeping with the home's philosophy.

To the left, an industrial bar cart is basically a party on wheels because it can move indoors or out as needed, while a handsome X-brace island features cypress fence posts that owe their rich coloring to a special coffee-ground curing.

To offset the more traditional features, Landy lined the island with sleek iron barstools hand-forged in Mexico. The unique perches are covered in pale aqua patent leather that ties to other shades of blue found throughout the home. For a cheeky accessory, Landy trotted out this metal pig that was formerly a weather vane. Pops of blue spatterware add a few more classically country elements. To make sure the pretty ceramic design wasn't obscured by the oversize island, Landy smartly placed an apron-front sink off-center.