Striking the perfect balance between rustic and refined, Modern Farmhouse is a down-to-earth style that emphasizes comfort and casual living with contemporary accents to keep it feeling current. Draw inspiration from Empire’s Modern Farmhouse-styled Wilcox model at Dellrose and discover the must-have furniture and accessories needed to recreate this inviting look in your own home.

Kitchen & Dining Area

Warm and inviting without a hint of pretension — Modern Farmhouse style is perfect for those who love to entertain and want all to feel welcome from the moment they set foot through the door. In the Wilcox’s open kitchen and dining area, white cabinets are warmed with warm woods, layers of soft textiles and rustic metal accents.

1. Chianni Trestle Extension Table in Warm Grey, Ballard Designs. 2. Dry Wood Slice by Wilder Shop Store, Etsy. 3. Dayna Side Chairs (Set of 2) in Worn Black, Ballard Designs. 4. Sandbar Tray, Serena & Lily. 5. Charlie Bar & Counter Stool by Laurel Foundry, Wayfair.

Living Room

A woven natural rug, distressed furnishings and vintage accents impart a simple yet comfortable look in this living room. Modern accent lighting, linen seating and patterned textiles give the space a contemporary sensibility.

1. Miles Tripod Wood Floor Lamp in Honey, Pottery Barn. 2. Thurston Wing Chair in Twill, Ballard Designs. 3. Percy Bench with Cushion, Ballard Designs. 4. Tilda Solid Wood Coffee Table in Medium Brown by Greyleigh, Wayfair. 5.  5-Tier Industrial Bookcase in Brown, Wayfair.

Owner’s Retreat

Traditional furnishings juxtaposed against more current pieces ensure that this principal bedroom nods to its homegrown roots while still feeling stylish. A pile of pillows on the bed welcomes a good night’s sleep, while a zebra-patterned rug creates movement underfoot and boost’s the room’s visual interest.

1. Shiloh Spool Chair in Fossil, Ballard Designs. 2. Ariana Table Lamp in White, Lulu & Georgia. 3. Emile Blue Wood Bed Frame in Deep Walnut, Ballard Designs. 4. City Distressed Animal Print in Light Grey by Everly Quinn, Wayfair. 5. Logan Industrial Nightstand, West Elm. 

Empire offers 3- and 4-bedroom floor plans at Dellrose designed to meet the diverse needs of your family. With the goal of making luxury living more affordable, Empire strives to design homes that enhance the way people live and interact each day. Empire believes in thinking differently, giving its best and treating every customer with respect. Click here to learn more about Empire, take a video tour of our model, and be sure to visit the Wilcox model home in Dellrose at 17403 Tidewater Cypress Trail.