8 Ways to Update an Antique Home That Don't Take Away From Its Charm

While a little bit of antique furniture looks charming and stately, a lot of it can make a home feel dated at best and tacky at worst. Knowing that our home was turn of the century, we opted for more midcentury and modern pieces to balance out the heavy wood details. Instead of focusing on one particular era, we chose pieces that are similar in tone to our trim and flooring. This also frees you up when buying furniture because you're not being restricted to one time frame. When in doubt, simple is best.