It is a mistake to think that loft and industrial style are the same in the interior. Initially, industrial was not considered an independent style. It was a natural result of the technological revolution. The special features inherent in him were an integral part of everyday life.
Spacious living room.
History
Walter Gropius, the architect who created the Bauhaus design, is called the trendsetter of style. In fact, it’s hard to say that the industrial style was created by anyone at all. Rather, it became a continuation of the confluence of circumstances. The result of human activity and the development of technology.
Living room.
In the 1920s, many factories and factories were gradually closed. The premises were rented out for very little money. Basically, creative people who were looking for inspiration and did not have much money settled in them. So the factory and factory halls became a haven for musicians and artists. And the surrounding machines and production details pushed them to create masterpieces.
By the 1970s, the buildings of the manufactory attracted the attention of the general public as suitable for life and work. Hotels, clubs, and galleries of modern art were opened in the premises of factories. Even later, the owners converted the factory premises into residential ones, leaving the interior decoration.
Living room with panoramic windows.
But the development of industry, technology and the widespread use of machine labor has made life easier for humanity, violating, at the same time, the usual social structure. The mass stamping of beautiful but inexpensive pieces of furniture, finishing materials, chandeliers and decor has begun. Thanks to this, the gap between the “upper class” and the low-income segments of the population has noticeably decreased. People were able to furnish housing at will, not just finances, and did not hesitate to flaunt acquisitions.
Bedroom.
It took time for society to get used to the availability of goods and a variety of choices. And with the increasing bustle of the city, people began to appreciate expressiveness and minimalism. Textured surfaces, simplicity of finishing, naturalness of the palette. Industrial style has become a fashionable trend that originated on the verge of design and useless production details.
Living room.
Main features
The industrial style in the interior is strikingly different from the loft in that in the latter version, the buildings of factories or factories were deliberately rebuilt into residential premises. Industrial is the opposite: residential premises are stylized as industrial style.
It is customary to distinguish two types of industrial style: real and artificial. As the name implies, the first option is created in an industrial premises – at a factory or factory. The decor of such an interior is the details of the repair. Ceilings and beams, pipes and bricks, stairs and ventilation systems.
Kitchen-living room.
Artificial industrial style is created in any room, apartment or private house, far from the manufactory. To match the atmosphere, the walls are laid out with brick or stylized panels, plastered, aged furniture and decor items. The overall picture of the interior should correspond to the industrial spirit.
An unusual variant of interior design is more suitable for spacious rooms. Often, in order to expand the room, even the walls are demolished. This style will look great in duplex apartments with an open transition. It is possible to organize an industrial interior in a small apartment, but with due attention to details and materials in order to maintain comfort.
Kitchen.
Other style features:
- rough textures;
- minimalism in the decor;
- absence of partitions and division of rooms into zones;
- high ceilings, columns, wide windows;
- attributes specific to production;
- the desire not to hide, but to show parts of plumbing and wiring: cables, valves, batteries;
- naturalness of shades and a minimum of bright colors.
Dining room.
Industrial interior has both pros and cons, and before interior design it is worth learning more about them. Among the advantages are the lightness and simplicity of the design. Neatness, conciseness and clarity do not allow overloading of variegated details or incredible shapes. Therefore, it is comfortable to live, work and relax in the room.
The disadvantages include a dark color scheme and roughness of textures. If there is not enough light in the room, visually it will seem gloomy and small. The correct selection of lamps and palettes will help solve the problem. After all, in addition to black and blue tones, industrial style welcomes light options and bold accents.
Kitchen.
Color palette
Industrial style does not seek to create a cozy and warm atmosphere. It is authentic and unique. The range of shades is minimal. Most often gray, steel, black, khaki, dark blue, beige and white. The shade of wood and brown tones are common.
Designers recommend choosing one color and beating it through different halftones and shades. Monochrome will fit well into the interior. When light shades smoothly flow into darker ones. And bright elements will help to make the interior more expressive. A red armchair in a bright room or a green pillow on a white sofa.
Industrial interior design.
Materials
The style that came from industrial buildings to residential buildings remained true to traditions. Brick walls without wallpaper, concrete, plaster, not shiny metal – aluminum, iron and steel fill the interiors. Sometimes these materials are complemented by glass, wood and stone.
But the important question remains not “what to use?”, but “how?” Distinctive features of the industrial interior in the roughness of textures, rough surfaces and shabby appearance. Traces of rust, scuffs on stone and brick, parquet, stylized antique will help to maintain the atmosphere.
Industrial style in the interior of an apartment with a brick wall.
In the bathroom, it is recommended to use wood with a water-repellent coating. Including for flooring. Wood is much warmer than stone or concrete. But ceramic tile cladding is also allowed. In tones, light shades are welcome.
Industrial interior design.
Furniture
Vintage and modern furniture looks the most harmonious in the interior of the industrial style. Tables from the last century next to the sofa of an unusual shape. The main thing is that the furniture and decor items create a reference to industry and manufacture.
An interesting solution will be the use of remnants of production equipment in the living room. So pipes can easily turn into a rack or shelf frame, and a rough workbench or part of the apparatus can turn into a table.
Kitchen furniture.
Furniture frames without upholstery look beautiful in the interior. Wicker chairs, simple shapes, wooden stools. Bar stools and a massive bar counter are appropriate in the kitchen. Built-in household appliances.
Often kitchens and living rooms are connected, but in this case you need to think about visual zoning options. For example, the walls of one room can be a couple of tones lighter or darker than another. Different finishes or creating a podium will do.
Graphite color in the kitchen interior.
In the bedroom, to create a more relaxed atmosphere, more bright colors are allowed. Colored pillows or a blanket on the bed. When choosing furniture, no-frills options are preferred, but with a twist. For example, a pallet or rough-hewn boards can serve as a headboard. The accent will be a picture in the general style.
Bedroom.
Designers recommend not to oversaturate the bedroom with industrial style, but only to add some elements. After all, practicality and comfort come to the fore in this room.
The industrial-style bathroom also looks interesting. Important detail: wide wall mirror. With its help, the room will become brighter and visually wider.
Bathroom.
Decor
The style does not recognize the sophistication of floral prints or collections of porcelain ballerinas. A truly masculine approach is needed here. Nuts, screws, bolts and gears will become the basis for photo frames or panels. All kinds of wires, tubes and valves will also find decorative use if you show imagination. The easiest option is to lay out the tools on the shelf. Stylish and in the spirit of style.
Posters depicting graffiti, illuminated signs and paintings by street artists will help decorate the room. Handmade items and unusual items of the last century will do. There should be few details, but each one is catchy and thoughtful.
Decor in interior.
Lighting
Industrial style in interior design does not deny the presence of natural light, even supports. And since curtains are not provided in factories, they also do not fit into the interior of the apartment. As a last resort, plain light textiles of light shades or horizontal blinds are suitable.
Kitchen lighting.
Artificial lighting is rich in various lamps and chandeliers. It is recommended to choose metal or glass models in the style of factory ones. Minimalistic lamps with open wiring will look good. They are used both for decoration and as the main light source.
Lighting in an industrial interior.
Summing up
Creating an industrial-style interior is a difficult and responsible task. It is necessary to carefully consider the finishing elements, materials, furniture and accessories. In addition, it will take a lot of time to bring all the ideas to life. But the output will be an original, incomparable interior, suitable for creative, impulsive, bright personalities. Creative people – musicians and artists – will be most comfortable in the industrial premises.
Industrial interior design.