Modern French Inspiring Interiors & Design Details

We’re revisiting these modern French interiors imagined by Jenny Martin Design because they offer inspirational moments and actionable ideas for our own homes. (Oh, this modern French kitchen!) A Canadian home with exquisite architecture and Old World style has been interpreted in fresh, modern terms. Bet you’ll fall for the charming facade as well as classic interiors with a restrained palette.

Exterior of beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #houseexteriors #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign
French country design ideas as well as a house tour with design by Jenny Martin.

Project: Maison de Lee (in Victoria’s South Oak Bay neighborhood); Builder: M. Knight Construction; Home Design: Zebra Group; Interiors: Jenny Martin Design

Modern French Inspiring Interiors & Design Details

1. White Brick Exterior

While plenty of people believe brick should never be painted, there are a good number ready to paint it.

Exterior of beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #houseexteriors #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign

And who can blame them when you see the potential results!?!

Exterior of beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #houseexteriors #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign

Look at those sweet gates!

Happiness quote on Hello Lovely Studio by John Harrigan.

“Aiming to incorporate traditional elements with an aged vintage quality, this project integrates detailed mouldings, rustic white-oak beams and soft arches, pairing them with unlacquered brass and natural marble specifically selected to age gracefully over time. The aesthetic was elevated with a restrained palette of natural tones.” – Jenny Martin

Wondering about paint colors for the exterior? The combination reminds me of this renovated home where Sherry Hart chose BM Balboa Mist and SW Amazing Gray:

Breathtaking storybook charm of a Tudor style white painted brick home renovated by @ladisicfinehomes with arched entrance softened by creeping vines - photo by Sherry Hart.
Ladisic Fine Homes – Photo: Sherry Hart

I offer more paint color suggestions (I’d call them educated guesses) in THIS.

2. Understated White Modern French Country Kitchen

I could move right into this kitchen! It’s elevated, luxurious, and elegant but not too frou frou or fussy.

Kitchen with gold hardware in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign
French country design ideas as well as a house tour with design by Jenny Martin.

I love the warmth of the wood island, and notice how it is stained to exquisitely harmonize with the beauty of the wood flooring.

3. Deep Shelves That Actually Function

You know by now that I’m a slowwwww decorator. So it may not surprise you that I still don’t have custom shelves in our kitchen that I will probably add. I’m taking my time because I want to live here and know what I need and don’t need.

Wood open shelves in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #openshelves #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign

What I love about these particular shelves is how they are substantial but so properly scaled and usable. But I’m not sure they would work in my own kitchen where I’m considering a shallower shelf for art display on either side of the range hood.

4. Bespoke & Thoughtful Millwork

Since our own kitchen renovation was so recent, I am aware of the dozens of little design details to address. The finishing details are so important!

White kitchen in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign

If you notice the base molding, you’ll see how it enhances the furniture look of base cabinets. We were too worn out to address our own base cabinets, but maybe in 2.0!

5. Pantry or Scullery to Hide Appliances

It’s such a bonus when you have an area away from the main working area for bulky items, appliances, and the stuff of everyday life you’d prefer to not take center stage.

Pantry in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #pantrydesign #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign

When I gathered my thoughts last year about my own kitchen’s reimagining, I knew I wanted to create a mood that felt peaceful and livable. A living room, if you will. For us, that meant softening all the edges, hiding the utilitarian stuff that isn’t pretty (like the microwave), and losing all the clunky factor (too many doors and staggered upper cabinets!). I even removed the door to the pantry and made it a pretty moment!

6. Brass & Gold in a Modern French Kitchen

Have you noticed how much Frenchy charm and warmth the gold tones add to this kitchen?

Lacanche range in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign

7. Rugged & Rustic Built-ins

What a beautiful and highly useful wall of cabinets and shelving in this breakfast area!

Breakfast dining in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign

8. Narrow Arched French Doors

What do you think of these narrow sets of doors? There’s just something very dramatic and elegant when you add such a romantic architectural gesture.

Arched door in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign

“Awarded 7 care awards, including the coveted title of Project of the Year, project Maison de Lee resulted in a stunning marriage of styles, creating a traditional home that sets the stage for stories to be written within its walls.” – Jenny Martin

Silly quote about plans in the wild vs houseplants on Hello Lovely Studio. #funnyquotes #planthumor

10. Harmony of Bright White & Oak

While you might imagine a black and white kitchen in a modern French home, all of the natural tones here feel established and timeless. Do you miss the black?

Island with counter stools in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrykitchen #interiordesign

Black does show up in this home. Notice the door in this stunning mud room with built-ins.

Mud room with built-ins in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #mudroom #interiordesign

11. A Mix of Modern in a Music Room

While the architecture of this space feels traditional, the decor is rather Midcentury Modern with nods to Industrial style. Isn’t it unexpected?

Violins on wall in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign

12. Not So Form Entry

Like the music room above, the entry is surprisingly casual and relaxed with its natural woven textures, absence of color, and understated mood.

Staircase in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign

13. Shaker Style Custom Closet With Stunning Ceiling

I am crazy about this closet design and in awe since I’m just gearing up to reimagine the one in our primary bedroom. Can a closet can sell a house? I say oui.

Custom closet in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #customclosets

14. Modern French Bathroom Design Elements

This bath inspired my own plans for our bath reno here at the Georgian.

I love a clawfoot tub, and the herringbone marble is so classic. The ceiling height is something I can’t add, and it’s so glorious here:

Clawfoot tub in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrybathroom #interiordesign

Choosing tile for a bath? Make sure to select a timeless, neutral, high quality one since you won’t need to update it (ahem) any time soon.

Marble shower in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrybathroom #interiordesign

The baths in this beautiful home!

White bath in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrybathroom #interiordesign

Sweet cozy Moses, I would never tire of looking at these vanities!

White bathroom console sink in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountrybath #interiordesign
John O'Donohue quote about taking refuge in your senses and experiencing small miracles you rushed through on Hello Lovely Studio. #johnodonohue #miraclequotes
Neutral living room in beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #livingrooms

To see this home decorated for the holidays, GO HERE.

Have a favorite feature from today’s inspirational house tour? Let me know! I love it when you leave comments or questions or random, and believe it or not, a lot of bloggers do not share such enthusiasm.

Patio at beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #interiordesign

Blogging has become such big business that simple questions like “what paint color did you use on…” are a bother to many bloggers weighted down with other concerns.

Exterior facade of beautiful French country home with interior design by Jenny Martin Design. #frenchcountryhome #houseexteriors

But I’m old school and love the continuing conversation percolating since January of 2010! I actually started blogging in 2008 (I deleted that other blog when Hello Lovely debuted) and am so tickled that some of you still visit daily!

Summer Thornton quote from WONDERLAND. #designquotes #decoratingquotes
Did you miss the Summer Thornton bliss HERE?

Big weekend of painting trim in our bedroom’s sitting room. I will share updates one of these days, but it’s more important to get the work done and THEN share the highs and lows to help others!

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
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Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
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Gustavian Cabinet
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Rattan Armchair
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Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
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Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing
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White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing