John BesslerTheres a certain je ne sais quoi when it comes to homes decorated in the French country style. They can feel so effortless and curated, which often gives the impression that this aesthetic is hard to achieve and purely aspirational if youre not already living in the south of France. However, once you break down French country decorating, it is actually a very simple aesthetic with some well established design rules to follow.French country style is not at all avant-garde or untouchableits a warm, inviting aesthetic characterized by neutral tones, natural fibers and materials, vintage touches, a healthy serving of pattern play, and organic shapes. Because it has a rustic edge, it tends to feel more lived-in than other overly elegant spaces, but it brings some class to your interior thanks to its focus on botanical themes and aged, ornate accents. Its also very personalizable, giving any interior designer room to infuse more colors and materials into the casually elevated space.If youre intrigued by this inviting aesthetic, we recommend you keep scrolling to find 30 designer examples of French country decorating in the home. Maybe itll inspire your next redesign.Additional copy by Hadley Mendelsohn, Lauren Smith McDonough, and Kate McGregor. For more charming home inspiration:1Patterned TileLauren MillerLean into the more elevated rustic elements of French country design by choosing dainty, hand-painted tile for your kitchen backsplash. Designer Ashley Montgomery chose this terra-cotta tile by Tabarka Studio for this charming kitchen, displaying vintage accessories in front of the wall to further enhance this European aesthetic.Tour the Entire Home2Pops of ColorDavid TsayYou dont want your home to be too colorful if youre yearning for the French country aesthetic, but pops of color here and there give your interior more character. In this bright kitchen, designer Fran Keenan kept the color scheme mostly neutral, emphasizing those gorgeous wooden beams on the ceiling, but she added green and dark blue accents to give the room more depth.Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below3Farmhouse SinkChaunte VaughnA farmhouse sink, even if its new, has an aged quality to its design, making it the perfect addition to your French country kitchen. In this airy kitchen by Meta Coleman, the designer worked the white sink into the blue island, choosing brass hardware to add even more warmth to the room.Tour the Entire Space Related Story: If You Have a Farmhouse Sink, You Need to Read This4Natural InspirationPatrick BillerTaking the beauty of nature and infusing it in your French country home is one way to expertly capture the aesthetic. From organic materials to botanical themes to highlighting the view outside your window, like in this living room by Allison Willson, you can give your home that lived-in, elevated feel.Tour the Entire Home Advertisement - Continue Reading Below5Warm AccentsJoseph BradshawWhile warm hues are typically used in French country decor, if you do decide to use cooler tones, like this muted green, then layer on the warm accents. In this scullery by designer Lindsey Black, she used warm wood tones to bring in more of a French country style.Tour the Entire Home6Hand-Painted WallsHouse BeautifulRather than opt for patterned wallpaper or a solid wash of paint, designer Erin Martin went a third route: a large mural. Accentuating the arched ceiling, the symmetrical painting brings attention to the room's curves and soft natural light.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below7Repurposed FurnitureTrevor TondroPowder rooms often lack the furniture required for a true design moment, but that doesn't mean French country decor stops at the doorway. In this powder room by Mallory Kaye, an antique table gets new life as a vanity, and a stone sink adds rustic flair.Tour the Entire Home8Antiques on DisplayTrevor TondroWithout the gleaming metal pot rail, this kitchen by designers Carey Maloney and Hermes Mallea might look sparse and bare. Not only do the copper pots add warmth and character, but the rail also offers extra storage for the collection to grow over time.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below9Playful ShapesDonna DotanUnlike modernism's sleek straight lines, French country decor embraces curves and soft edges. In this Ariel Okin designed New York apartment, a scalloped console table and whimsical lamps soften the room's architecture.Tour the Entire Home10Soft PastelsChaunt VaughnRather than a stark white, designer Meta Coleman painted this pantry a buttery yellow to complement the warm-toned hardwood floors. Combined with the other two primary colors, this simple palette yields a space that is anything but. Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below11Cubism On DisplayJames MerrellIn the dining room of this Cape Cod estate, designer Kathryn M. Ireland chose a sea-grass rug to cover the floor and reupholstered the owners' Gustavian chairs to keep a traditional touch. And then there's that fun Cubist moment in the corner.Tour the Entire Home12French DoorsRomanek Design StudioInterior French doors are a bucket list item as far as chateau-inspired decor goes. In this grand living room by Romanek Design Studio, the pared-back design set against the backdrop of a classic, ornate architectural canvas represents a modern take on classic French country decorating. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below13Rococo FlairJohn BesslerChannel Marie Antoinette with cheerful pastels, layered prints, curvy lines, and fun details, like a fringed awning. Here, John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon of Madcap Cottage painted a jaunty mint green and white diamond pattern to disguise the damaged parquet floors. "That was more than seven years ago, and the paint has held upproof that painted floors are practical and full of pizzazz," they say, adding, "dining chairs move around so much easier on a wood surface than on carpet." 14Vintage ScoresDouglas FriedmanIn the dining room of this Manhattan duplex, designed by Garrow Kedigian, is a circa-1900 mahogany table that's surrounded by antique chairs that were purchased at a Paris flea market and re-covered in a Schumacher velvet.Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below15Slim Profiles Corey Damne JenkinsAnother common characteristic in French Country design is furniture with slim profiles. Read: Ditch your bulkier items. Looking for a way to put a more modern spin on it? Designer Corey Damen Jenkins mixes colorful abstract art and modern photography with more classic elements, like the antique desk and accessories while the lucite chair provides some contemporary flair.16Copper CookwarePHOTO: Alexandra Ribar: DESIGN: Leanne Ford Interiors White painted bricks and stone tile floors set the country chic scene in this kitchen by Leanne Ford. And with that wrought-iron hardware and hanging copper cookware, we can almost smell the French food from here. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below17Robust Gallery WallsLaura ResenA full gallery wall, like designer John Mayberry put up in this room, complete with antique gilt frames and classic portraits is a great way to introduce dimension in the living room. And of course, a Louise XV-style settee is always a good touch. Tour the Entire Home18Exposed BeamsAnnie SchlechterExposed ceiling beams, distressed wood floors, colorful textiles, and antique paintings and trays on display create a truly charming dining nook. Designer Jane Hawkins Hoke says the pillows and banquet cushions add "texture and a lot of presence, without being busy."Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below19Modern Twists Studio RazaviStudio Razavi gave this historic home in Lyon, France, some modern updates while still honoring the integrity of the space. The floating shelves and bright emerald green accents and blond flooring anchor the living room in the modern era while the raw materials of the mantel and exposed beams stay true to its history. 20And Trusses! William AbranowiczDesigner Darryl Carter added wood beams and trusses to this 1980s living room for a storied French country feel.