1940s farmhouse interior

I showcase 8 distinct looks popular in 1940s interior design. Furniture, colors & decor inside 1940s homes were sunny, patriotic, 'sanitary' & more.

In most of the renovations we feature here on Apartment Therapy, the homeowners are hoping for a more modern look. It was a little different for Fairfield, Iowa homeowners Lauren and Dennis. After making the initial decision to remodel their kitchen, they decided that what the space really needed was to look older, not younger. So they set about restoring the kitchen of their 1939 home to its former glory — and made some surprising choices along the way.

Explore charm and history of a historic Pennsylvania farmhouse. Discover its story, architecture, timeless beauty in a captivating journey

1940s kitchen

While having a “green” kitchen is a desirable trait these days, it had a whole different meaning in the 1940’s. A green floor, green walls and even a green ceiling is what Linn and her husband faced when they purchased their bungalow last year. But after a month of hard work the only green they’ll have to live with now is the envious kind.

Although this 1830 Vermont house was full of charm, it was in bad condition, and long-time homeowner Jane Benson Ackerman was thinking it was time to move on. The house was dark and infested with rodents, which drove the owner to look for a new house in town. When she was unable to find what she wanted she came to the realization that she already had an historical gem and decided that she needed to restore it. Living Room Ackerman decided to restore the house in phases and started by turning…

I am so excited to finally show you our new farmhouse! We are ready to dig in to some farmhouse restoration, homesteading and generally just enjoying country living. We can't wait to take you along

Hannah Hall, from Nottingham, bought a 1920s-era house in 2016 and decided to unearth its old charm, after copping a working 1940s gas cooker for £16 on eBay.

Home Tour — Whitetail Farmhouse | Simple Farmhouse Living

Although this Queen Anne-style building may look like a typical English farmhouse on the exterior, it hides an incredible secret inside: a home left

Have you ever walked into a room and felt like you’ve been transported back in time? What if you could bring that same nostalgic charm into your kitchen? With these antique kitchen decor ideas, you can create a space that not only feels timeless but also tells a story. Whether it’s the warmth of vintage

Come see the before and after of this 1800's NC farmhouse renovation, and find out which Fixer Upper episode inspired the homeowners' design!

I’d like to invite to the home tour of Farmhouse 1820! Come in and see how we have remodeled and redecorated our 203-year-old home. My dream of owning an old…

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Come see how a family of nine lives in this beautiful Victorian Farmhouse Tour from Missouri after just three years of renovating.

If you're in the market for a fully renovated c. 1920 Rhinebeck farmhouse, this one has four bedrooms and is listed for $1,375,000.

Step back in time to the 1940s, an era of charming interiors that blend practicality with flair. As wartime innovations trickled into the home, people became creative with materials and design, resulting in spaces that were both elegant and functional. From the rise of Mid-Century Modern furniture to the timeless appeal of pastel color palettes, the 1940s hold a treasure trove of interior design ideas that continue to inspire. Whether you're drawn to bold geometric patterns or the soft…