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August 13, 2024

20 Seriously Inspiring Farmhouse Exteriors

Are you looking to be inspired by some gorgeous modern farmhouse exteriors?

Great, you’re in the right spot.

If you are you getting ready to plan you new build, or are looking to update your existing home you are going to love this lineup below.

I’ve gathered the best design ideas here that will inspire new designs and modern farmhouse exterior updates.

As always, you can follow the source links below the image for additional information.

Let’s get to it!

#1) Farmhouse Two Story With Wrap Around Porch

Farmhouse Exterior

Source: 333+ Inspiring Lifestyle Ideas

This classic farmhouse exterior has a white plank siding, tin roof, and wrap around front porch.

The large black framed windows with grids add a modern feel to the design and incredible curb appeal.

#2) Willow Homes Farmhouse Exterior

farmhouse exterior front porch

I love the front porch on the farmhouse exterior as featured on Home Bunch.  If you’re looking for inspiration beyond the exterior, the inside of the farmhouse will not disappoint!

Farmhouse design elements in this exterior are:

  • Dark Roof
  • White Siding, White Trim
  • Wood Beam Porch and Doors

Absolutely stunning!

#3) Show Stopping Coastal Modern Farmhouse

costal farmhouse exterior

I found this awesome modern farmhouse exterior from The Fancy Farmhouse Instagram. 

Marg and Liz have a ton of stylish designs that you can check out at their blog Fancy Farmhouse.

Note worthy farmhouse exterior design elements are:

  • Dark Roof
  • White Plank Siding
  • White Windows & Trim
  • Black Shutters
  • Brown Stone Chimney
  • Covered Front Porch

#4) Dark Modern Farmhouse Exterior

Source: Nikki’s Plate

Dark exteriors are also making a big wave in the world of modern farmhouse design.

This dark plank siding, with black roof is both bold and classy while the stone chimney provides the perfect natural accent.

#5) Modern Farmhouse Exterior With Side Garage

This lovely farmhouse from houseplans.net is doing everything right.  

I think the gorgeous set of rich brown garage doors and the cozy covered porch are key.  The black window grids and dark roof really set off the design.

Noteworthy farmhouse design elements include:

  • White Siding
  • Multicolor Dark Grey Roof
  • Covered Porch
  • Rich Brown Garage Doors Doors

#6) Light & Bright White Farmhouse Exterior

home exterior

Source: Nikki’s Plate

This stunning modern farmhouse exterior has a monochromatic color scheme.

White vertical plank siding, light tin roof, and white porch columns and windows keep this home bright and timeless.

#7) Dark Modern Farmhouse Exterior

modern farmhouse exterior

Source: Pinterest

When farmhouse style first hit the scene we saw nothing but bright white home exteriors with wood and black accents.

Now, farmhouse style has been around for a while and evolved to include these gorgeous dark exteriors, still with wood shake shingle accents and light stone.

#8) Stone & Shake Shingle Farmhouse Exterior

shaker farmhouse exterior

Image Credit hmdcr.com

Light earth tone stone color and a complementing roof color really pull this farmhouse together!  I love the white column beams near the entry.  The shake shingle inspired roof helps give extra texture and appeal.

Farmhouse design elements worth nothing are:

  • Light Grey Exterior With White Gable Accents
  • White Columns and Covered Porch
  • Light colored natural stone
  • Coordinating light colored shake roof

#9) Old Charm Modern Farmhouse

rustic farmhouse exterior

Image Credit hmdcr.com

I’m not sure why, but this one may be one of my favorites in the bunch.  Maybe it’s the garage doors! I’m also loving the grey weathered shake shingle roof next to the grey tin roof over the covered porch.

Design elements worth nothing are:

  • White Exterior
  • Black Windows
  • Natural Wood Doors
  • Stacked ledge stone & cobblestone
  • Shake Shingle & Tin Roof Combo

It’s a great idea to mix your roof textures in farmhouse design.  Consider shingles with coordinating tin awnings.  So pretty!

#10) Modern Farmhouse Exterior With Statement Windows

Source: 333+ Inspiring Lifestyle Ideas

This stunning two story farmhouse style exterior has a modern flare with black oversized windows, and a natural light limestone.

Combining the board and batten with stone really enhances the exterior with incredible detail and luxury.

#11) New Construction Modern Farmhouse

farmhouse exterior new build

Image Source Pinterest

I love it when people make something new and make it feel old.  Old homes give me the feels, and this farmhouse design did a great job of pulling in some of those elements into a new build.

Noteworthy design elements include:

  • White plank siding
  • Dark Roof
  • Covered Porch With Columns, Extra Overhang, & Angled Beams
  • Natural Wood Trellis Above Garage Door

#13) Stunning Creekside Designs Modern Farmhouse

clean lines farmhouse exterior

Heather Bales with Creekside Designs is here showcasing just some of her talent in this modern farmhouse exterior.  This home has so much presence, and you won’t believe the inside.  Head on over for a peek!

Noteworthy design elements include:

  • White Exterior
  • Dark Shingled Roof
  • Natural wood beams & awning anchors
  • Covered Porch with Wood Ceiling

#14) Traditional Country Modern Farmhouse Exterior

modern farmhouse exterior

Source: Pinterest

This symmetrical modern farmhouse exterior is classy and understated.

A classic two story design with modern black windows, sleek tin roof and wide columned porch.

#15) Lisle Architecture Modern Farmhouse

traditional farmhouse exterior

I love the linear gable accents on this modern farmhouse exterior from Lisle Architecture & Design.  This massive modern farmhouse exterior makes a strong statement with it’s high peaked gables and tall two story structure.

Modern farmhouse design elements worth nothing:

  • White plank siding
  • Dark Roof
  • Covered porch
  • Black Windows
  • Dark Wood Front Door

#16) Navy Blue Costal Farmhouse Exterior

farmhouse exterior

Source: Pinterest

As coastal design is also gaining in popularity, we see the colors blending into farmhouse exteriors as well.

Dark modern farmhouse can be unique and beautiful with dark blues, navy, and black. 

Notice the other traditional farmhouse elements remain with columned porch, peaked gables and white trim.

#17) Modern Farmhouse With Flair By Stephanie Gamble Interiors

farmhouse exterior with red doorI love it when someone takes a classic style, and completely makes it their own.  Stephanie Gamble Interiors does just that with this drool worthy modern farmhouse and eye catching red door.  Large windows spanning the covered porch are simply stunning.

Design elements worth considering are:

  • White Plank Siding
  • Dark Tin Roof
  • Double Doors In A Bright Accent Color (I’m thinking turquoise would look awesome too!)
  • Black windows with white trim

#18) Country Living Farmhouse Charmer

southern farmhouse exterior

Last but certainly not least is this farmhouse exterior designed by Lauren Crouch.  It is featured on Country Living as one of the ‘pretties farmhouses they’ve ever seen.’  You won’t believe the style and design elements on the interior, they are fabulous.

I love the eclectic collection of vintage front porch furniture, what a perfect way to instantly give a modern farmhouse old world appeal.

Some design elements worth noting:

  • White plank siding
  • Black Windows w/ White Trim
  • Rich Natural Wood Door
  • Light Wood Flooring on Covered Porch

#19) Bold Black Farmhouse Exterior With Stone Accents

farmhouse exterior

Source: Classic Homes Of Maryland

Here is another stunning example of a bold black farmhouse exterior.

It contrasts beautifully with rich distressed woods and light/natural stone while still maintaining high peaked roofs and black window grids.  

#20) America’s Best Modern Farmhouse Exterior

I couldn’t wrap up this post without adding this sharply contrasted modern farmhouse exterior.  

The best news is that if you love this design too, you can find the exact house plans over at HousePlans.Net

#21) Classic Country Farmhouse Exterior

Farmhouse Exteriors

Photo Source Here

The setting says it all in this country farmhouse.

Notice the wrap around screened in porch, the simple white exterior with low porch railing, and the old stone chimney for the perfect accent.

Happy Farmhouse Exterior Planning

I sure hope you found some exterior design inspiration from the list above.

Before you go take a peek at the loads of additional farmhouse style content below.

  • 30 Inspiring Farmhouse Decor Ideas & DIY Designs
  • 15 Front Yard Modern Farmhouse Landscaping Ideas With Major Impact
  • 20 Breathtaking Farmhouse Kitchens

Cheers for now. 

<3 Ang

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