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Featured in American Farmhouse Style: A Soulful French Country Home With Timeless Details

Updated: Oct 11

I’m thrilled to share that my work was recently featured in American Farmhouse Style Magazine. It’s a meaningful milestone and a beautiful opportunity to showcase the kind of spaces I love to create—soulful, timeless, and thoughtfully layered.

The Vision: French Country, Refined

This home’s exterior leans French country, and I carried that character indoors with a curated mix of cottage charm, traditional bones, and quiet modern notes. The homeowners wanted bright, airy rooms that feel open and welcoming for gatherings. We kept the light walls, cabinetry, and countertops. Then introduced depth with texture, natural materials, and a few moody moments.


Stylish room view through door; leaf-patterned wallpaper, star ceiling light, plaid ottoman, tan sofa, rug, and wicker lampshade. Cozy vibe.

Entryway: Pattern, Welcome, Presence

The entry sets the tone with pattern and warmth. We paired Morris & Co. Willow wallpaper with tile from Louisville Tile for soft movement underfoot. A small wooden bench from Ballard Designs grounds the vignette and adds a collected, cottage sensibility right as you walk in.

A blue-paneled room with a patterned bench, cushion, woven bag, and framed art on leaf-patterned wallpaper. Calm and cozy atmosphere.

Den: Embracing Mood and Light

Rather than fight the naturally lower light, we leaned in to create a cocooned retreat. Walls and trim are Benjamin Moore Rocky Coast, a gray with blue undertones carried through from the entry, and we added vertical paneling for architecture and rhythm. A sofa from Interior Define and a pendant from Crate & Barrel introduce layered texture and a gentle glow cozy, intimate, and serene.

Cozy room with a brown leather sofa, plaid ottoman, and blue paneled walls. A rattan pendant light hangs from a wooden vaulted ceiling.

Kitchen: A Custom Moment at the Heart

In the kitchen, the statement is the custom green granite range hood, designed with a local fabricator. It brings a sleek, modern counterpoint to the classic envelope. We mixed wood tones—seen on Four Hands barstools—to add warmth and dimension. Hardware is a refined blend: satin brass pendants from Visual Comfort and unlacquered brass cabinet hardware from Signature Hardware that will age beautifully over time.

Modern kitchen with wooden island, leather stools, and marble countertop. Stone Hood. Light atmosphere.

Living Room: Stone That Steals the Scene

The fireplace is the room’s anchor. We selected a stone with organic movement to draw the eye and elevate the entire space. The result is rich, inviting, and—most importantly—finished in a way that feels both fresh and enduring.

Modern living room with beige sofa, black side table with lamp, wall-mounted TV, and wood accents. Neutral tones, cozy atmosphere.

A Grateful Feature

Seeing this project in American Farmhouse Style was a pinch-me moment. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share the details that make a home feel personal—crafted with intention, beauty, and meaning.

Magazine cover of "American Farmhouse Style" featuring a rustic kitchen with green cabinets and open shelves. Text: "Where Rustic Meets Modern."

If you’re ready to bring your vision to life, I’d love to help you create a home that feels like you. Schedule a design consultation to get started.

Photos by Traci Shupert

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Shalmai Interiors is a full-service interior design studio based in Northern Indiana and serving Chicago, Nashville, and select destinations. We specialize in renovations, new builds, and curated furnishing projects, blending timeless architecture with modern comfort. Every home we design is layered, soulful, and made to reflect the way you live.

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