Category: Reclaimed Barnwood Furniture

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2017 Design Trend: Farmhouse Inspired Décor

The New Year brings with it new beginnings. Many see this as an opportunity to start fresh, kicking off the year off with new goals. Each year our goal here at Old Barn Star is to help our customers find new ways to incorporate reclaimed barnwood furniture into their homes.

One of 2017’s biggest design trends is set to be farmhouse inspired décor. Blending rustic elements with modern pieces can bring the feeling of farmhouse living to any home. Read on as we explore ways you can incorporate this trend into your home.

Exposed Beams

exposed beams

Exposed ceiling beams put your home’s unique architecture on display and really showcase the construction elements of the home. Revealing the “bones” of your home can be done a very classy manner, allowing it to benefit a variety of styles. Exposed wooden beam and large windows provide warmth to a room, as well as giving it a rustic cottage feel. When choosing to utilize exposed beams in your home it’s best to choose one room, such as your living room, as you do not want to over use the design throughout your house.

Accent Walls

Barnwood Accent Wall

Adding a reclaimed wood accent wall to your home is a quick way to add warmth and texture to any room. Reclaimed wood is full of character and can be used to create a unique focal point in your home. Accent walls fit well in bedrooms behind a bed, in bathrooms to showcase an ornate tub or in a room that features artwork.

Barnwood Furniture

reclaimed barnwood table

Naturally, the easiest way to incorporate rustic elements into your home is to use reclaimed barnwood furniture. From kitchen islands to dining room tables and beyond, there are endless opportunities when it comes to reclaimed wood furniture. Each piece is unique and tells a story, adding a distinct style to any home.

We hope you can incorporate these tips into your home in 2017 and beyond!

Ready to create your own custom reclaimed wood furniture? We’re here to help! Simply contact us to begin the process!

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Warm Up Your Home With Winter Design Trends

Winter will be here before you know it! The season can seem daunting to some, as visions of shoveling snow and cold temperatures immediately come to mind. However, there are some simple ways you can make your home a safe haven during the coldest months of the year.

Read on as we explore some of the most popular winter design trends that will help add a warm and cozy feel to your home.

Eye-Catching Fireplacefireplace

On a cold winter’s night there’s no better place to be than in front of a cozy fireplace. An ornate fireplace can serve as the perfect focal point for a living room, adding ambiance and warmth. Electric models provide the same ambiance while not requiring the venting associated with traditional fireplaces. Fireplaces can even be placed outdoors in the form of a backyard fire pit.

 

Reclaimed Wood Elementscountryside-log-furniture

During the cold winter months rooms with wooden accents and furniture actually give off a warming effect. Consider adding a barnwood side table or even incorporate cedar log furniture to make your home feel like a warm and rustic winter cabin. If adding new furniture isn’t in your budget consider smaller wooden elements like photo frames crafted from reclaimed wood.

 

Warm Textiles textiles

When the weather cools down you naturally want to wrap up in something cozy and warm. Incorporate textiles throughout your home including flannel sheets, wool throws, or even a classic handmade quilt. Simply draping a throw on your soft or putting a quilt on your bed can give a visual feeling of warmth.

We hope these ideas have inspired you to add some warmth to your home this winter. Want to add barnwood furniture to your home? Contact us to get started.

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Update Your Home Office With Barnwood Furniture

Office furniture is often built for practicality, rather than style and can often feel cold. Your home office should be a reflection of your personal style and tastes. Take this opportunity to have fun and outfit the room with pieces that are uniquely you. Read on as we explore three ways you can breathe new life into your home office.

A Fresh Lookpaint

The first step towards giving your home office a new look is a fresh coat of paint. If your office is connected to other rooms in the house it’s best to choose complementary colors for your walls. However, if your office is self contained you have the freedom to get creative. A brightly colored accent wall can allow you to showcase photos or artwork, while not overpowering the space.

The Perfect Desk

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The centerpiece of any office is the desk, make sure yours makes a statement. A barnwood desk adds warmth and rustic flair, while providing you with a sturdy workspace. Designing the desk of your dreams is easy when you work with our craftsmen. From color choices to storage options, you can customize every aspect of your desk to create something truly one of a kind.

Showcase Your Collection

barnwood bookcase

A barnwood bookcase makes it easy to create a stunning display. You can fill the shelves with books and create a personal library or use it to display figurines or other special pieces. Available in a variety of sizes and styles, there’s a bookcase built to fit every room.

Ready to start renovating your home office? Contact us to get started and we’ll help you design one-of-a-kind pieces!

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Our Barnwood Furniture Showroom is Now Open!

Since opening in 2009 we’ve been dedicated to providing customers with high-quality one-of-a-kind reclaimed wood furniture hand built by Amish craftsmen. Now, after seven years of operating online our customers will finally have the opportunity to explore our vast selection of furniture in person.

We’re excited to announce that our new furniture showroom is now open in Pennsylvania! Allowing customers to get a hands on look at our barnwood tables and chairs, and more. With a wide variety of finished and un-finished furniture to explore, you’re sure to find the perfect piece for your home! The showroom is currently open by appointment only, allowing our team to answer your questions in a one on one setting.

Get a sneak peek at our new showroom in the photos below:

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barnwood furniture showroom

barnwood furniture showroom

Our showroom is currently open by appointment only; please contact us to schedule an appointment. Located outside Pennsylvania? Never fear! Our online Etsy showroom is open 24/7!

 

 

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Decorate Your Home for the Holidays in 4 Easy Steps

The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching and it’s never too early to begin planning for the holiday season. Here at Old Barn Star we’re in Thanksgiving and Christmas mode during the heat of summer!

Interior decorating takes time and if you’re hosting a holiday gathering you’ll want to decorate your home from the ground up! Read on as we share the 4 steps for designing a picture perfect home for Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers.

Step 1: Choose Your ThemeHoliday decorations

When decorating for any major event it’s important to keep design themes in mind. With Thanksgiving and Christmas you’ll want to choose which theme suits your home best. With a little research you are bound to find one that matches your style and existing décor.

Is your house minimalist? Perhaps a silver and white theme would work best for your Christmas décor. Love the rustic aesthetic? Your Thanksgiving decorations can have a heavy focus on nature, with dried corn, natural wood and plenty of leaves. Your decorations can be subtle or larger than life, what’s important is that they reflect your tastes.

Step 2: Form and FunctionBarnwood Table for Christmas

After you’ve settled on the perfect theme it’s time to start thinking about furniture! Naturally your guests will be drawn to your dining room table so it’s best to choose a piece that’s both accommodating and stylish. When choosing a reclaimed wood table it’s important to envision how many people will be seated around it, as well as how much space you have in the room it will be located in.

Once you’ve chosen the best table for the occasion the only missing piece is chairs! Whether they’re eating or catching up over drinks, you’ll want ample seating options for your guests. We love the idea of mixing and matching your dining room set with barnwood chairs and benches. Incorporating “mismatched” design into your home brings new energy into the space

Step 3: Make a StatementMason Jar Christmas decoration

Regardless of the holiday, your tabletop décor should make a statement. There are many ways you can enhance the natural beauty of your reclaimed barnwood table with festive centerpieces:

Floral and Festive: Floral displays are traditional and breathe life into your décor. DIY pros can put together their own display or choose from premade designs at a local florist.

Mason Jars for Every Occasion: One of the hottest trends in DIY design is mason jars. Versatile and cost effective, mason jars can be used in nearly every situation. To create a centerpiece get creative, fill the jar with lights or add a simple votive candle. You can even use mason jars as a vase, providing a new spin on the aforementioned floral design.

Let There Be Light: Incorporating candles into your centerpiece design creates the perfect ambiance for any gathering. Place evergreen branches and pinecones around pillar candles to add rustic flair to your arrangement.

Step 4: Tie Everything TogetherHoliday decorating

All of your design elements should tie together in some way. For example, keep complementary colors in mind when choosing your decorative rug, tablecloth and other furnishings. Red and green immediately come to mind when thinking of Christmas decorations, this is because they’re complementary colors and work together extremely well. Picking the perfect color palette will allow all of your design elements to work together in one cohesive theme.

Ready to start planning your holiday décor? Contact us to design the perfect reclaimed barnwood furniture for your special occasion.

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3 Design Trends to Transform Your Bedroom

Your bedroom is the first thing you see every morning and the last thing you see each night, shouldn’t it be your sanctuary?

Often we leave bedroom design as the last priority on our list, focusing more time on the common areas where we entertain. However, we think it’s time to create a warm, comforting space for you through simple bedroom updates! From updating your furniture to adding a splash of color to your walls, here are some current design trends that will instantly transform your bedroom.Canopy Bed

Cozy Up to a Canopy Bed 

Once seen as a symbol of wealth, the canopy beds of yesteryear were ornate and hand carved. Nowadays canopy beds are far more obtainable for the masses and come in a variety of styles.

We particularly like this piece made from reclaimed pine, and the best thing is that reclaimed barnwood beds are durable and built to last – a great piece to pass on through the generations.

bedroom wallpaperWallpaper’s Triumphant Return

One of the easiest ways to transform your bedroom is through wallpaper. With endless designs ranging from traditional to bold, wallpaper can set the mood for the space in a way that a simple paint job won’t do.

Wallpaper isn’t just the floral pattern you’ve seen at Grandma’s – modern wallpaper designs include stripes, chevron, or just add some subtle texture. If you have a bold print, consider using wallpaper to create an accent wall that draws the eye in.

The bonus? Wallpaper is said to last five times longer than paint – making it an economical choice and giving you savings to use in other rooms of your home.

reclaimed wood desk

The Ultimate Master Bedroom

Many are turning their master bedrooms into a ‘home within a home.’ A popular way to achieve this is by incorporating elements of a home office within the space. Adding a reclaimed wood desk to your bedroom can serve as the perfect space for those who require extra privacy while working.

Desks made from reclaimed wood can be custom built to suit your specific style and living space and the warmth of the wood keeps your entire bedrooms still feeling cozy and welcoming.

Ready to update your bedroom? Contact us to begin designing your one-of-a-kind reclaimed wood furniture.