Restoration expert and host of Farmhouse Fixer, Jon Knight, along with designer Kristina Crestin breathe new life into old farmhouses all throughout the New England area. With their combo of top-notch renovating and gorgeous design ideas, they create unforgettable farmhouse kitchens — bringing out the best of the old and the new.

When Jon decided to renovate the Knight's old farmhouse, he made it a family affair with design input from his mother, sister, nephew and brother — yes, that brother, New Kids on the Block's Jordan Knight. Out of the entire reno, the kitchen took on the biggest transformation. Forest green cabinetry clad in soapstone is sandwiched between rustic ceiling beams overhead and distressed wood flooring underfoot. Mounted wood boxes act as open shelving for everyday essentials, while vintage-inspired appliances echo the history of the home without sacrificing practicality.

Originally, the Knight family wanted a white cast-iron sink to reflect the old farmhouse aesthetic. However, Jon made a tiny change without their knowledge: a nine-foot double soapstone sink to match the countertops. His family’s reaction? Pure love. Centering the space is an 11-foot-long island topped in patterned white marble. Industrial lighting, brass hardware and rustic ceiling beams meld together to create farmhouse elegance.

Jon’s family was a little unsure about the infusion of color into their neutral family farmhouse, but now they fully appreciate the rich, timeless green Jon and Kristina layered onto the beadboard cabinets. Brass hardware is a chic juxtaposition with the earthy palette.