How the Modern Farmhouse Went From Trendy HGTV Buzzword to Inexpensive Housing Solution

It’s hard to imagine life before the modern farmhouse. The architectural style has soared in popularity in recent years, popping up in neighborhoods throughout the United States.Favored for their polished, yet comfortable aesthetic, modern farmhouses manage to feel both nostalgic and totally new.They’ve become main characters in reality shows across networks—from projects on HGTV’s “Fixer Upper” and “Farmhouse Fixer” to the time the cast of Bravo’s “Vanderpump Rules” all ended up purchasing nearly identical black-and-white mansions in the San Fernando Valley.Countless celebrities—including Michael B. Jordan and Demi Lovato—have opted to call modern farmhouses home, too. How did these homes become so trendy? And what factors have contributed to their staying power? Read on to discover how this relatively new architectural style is making an impact.Loading...Modern farmhouses are often marked by crisp vertical siding, sharp black features, expansive windows, and symmetrical structures. Getty ImagesLoading...The homes have risen to popularity in the past decade, with the industrial-yet-cozy aesthetic sweeping homes across the country.Getty ImagesLoading...Nowadays, the modern farmhous...