6 ‘must-haves’ for an industrial interior
Industrial interior design has been a raging globalized trend across the market. There’s just something about the run down retro look and its take on contemporary design that just inherently appeals to the eyes. Industrial interiors are quite simple in aesthetic, but their visual impact is very powerful. This style is mostly recognized for its raw finishes and unique take on modern design and aesthetics. The overall ambiance of this style is chic and sophisticated with a dash of shabby chic to jazz it up in a distinctive way. Below, let’s look at some essentials that make up the industrial style.
- Rough surfaces
Raw and rough surfaces are a linchpin of the modern industrial style. An exposed brick wall as a feature and some other surface that has been displayed in its raw form are the key elements of the industrial style of design. The image below showcases an interior whose industrial style application features the best rough textures from the exposed brick wall to wooden floor and fluffy carpet.
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- Transparency
Transparency is another important element of any industrial design. Since the interior has been decked out in a number of rough surfaces it is important that the size be flexible and transparent enough to not seem constrained. So use a lot of glass partitions to level out the playing field when you’re designing an interior in this style.
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- Bold lines
Bold lines add much needed character into the room. These could be added in a number of ways, shapes and forms. You could line your furniture and accessories in dark colored horizontal or vertical borders to create an impactful effect. This will surely make your space look distinctive and unique.
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- Exposed pipes
Perhaps the most marketed industrial style visual, exposed pipes have that demarcated effect that is the very definition of industrial. It adds to the raw, exposed and textured vibe of the entire ambiance and doesn’t shy away from the dirty side of the visual spectrum.
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- Piped lighting
Another pedantic industrial style essential, this lighting style is very inherent to this particular interior style. The piped lighting is a sister visual of the exposed pipes and has that distinctive look that defines the characteristic look of the modern industrial style of interior design. You should avoid using complicated patterns though, as not to make the ceiling look overwhelmingly cluttered.
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- Lots of textures
An overwhelming amount of texturing is another key aspect of the modern industrial style. However, make sure to carry these out in soft tones and light colors. If you choose a darker color scheme, then the entire interior – especially if the space is small – can end up seeming claustrophobic.
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