During the industrial revolution in the last century, many old factories and warehouses were repurposed and turned into homes and offices due to the rise of the need for larger and more modern living spaces. The industrial style furniture appeared and became the perfect solution for this. The raw brick wall, concreted floor, reclaimed wood, and rafters blend with the metal materials to create a minimalist aesthetic for modern industrial furniture design. This is also a recently popular trend in home style today. Are you ready for an exciting project to make your home look like an industrial plant after reading this guide?
What Is Industrial Style Furniture?
The combination of rugged materials and minimalist design gives industrial interior design style the touch of contemporary urban edges, generating a functional and stylish look for any space. Originating from old factories and warehouses, industrial furniture incorporates reclaimed materials, exposed metal, and a utilitarian aesthetic. Its durability and versatility make it a popular choice for modern homes and offices.
A look of industrial style furniture with an unrefined feel
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Key Elements for an Industrial Furniture Design
To fully embrace the right materials and how to decorate industrial spaces, the core industrial design elements should be prioritized. Below are the fundamental highlights that make industrial furniture design stand out:
Raw, Unfinished Look
Industrial style furniture often features raw, unfinished surfaces, such as exposed metal, untreated wood, and visible welds, that contribute to an authentic, solid look. These details showcase the craftsmanship and embrace the imperfect beauty of the original materials.
The rugged wall with exposed bricks will make your room more industrial
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Minimalist & Functional Shapes
The key to gaining the industrial furniture style is simplicity. Let’s find clean lines, practical forms, and geometric shapes you have in your house. These are the main designs for items of industrial modern furniture that aim to serve your needs without excessive ornamentation.
The clean lines of the interior create a minimalist look for your industrial home style
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Bold Metal Accents
Metal is one of the most prominent of the industrial design elements. In an industrial house, these parts are often the metal table bases, shelves, and structural elements. The blend between wooden surfaces (the floor, tabletop, or doors) and metal material (iron, steel, or aluminum) brings to your furniture the strength and contrast that contribute to the industrial aesthetic.
The combination of metal table bases and wooden tops is perfect for an industrial design style
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Warm Reclaimed & Weathered Wood Contrasting With Metal
Reclaimed or weathered wood is the perfect type usually used for authentic industrial spaces with the contrast of metal and wooden materials. The natural grain, knots, and imperfections of wood boards contrast beautifully with the chic and rigid nature of metal details and will add warmth and character to the industrial style furniture. With rustic and simple grain wood, the cherry, oak, and walnut are the recommended types for this style.
Old wood table tops blend stunningly with the sophisticated metal bases
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Neutral, Earthy Color Palette
An industrial color palette is often seen with gray, black, brown, and beige shades that create a solid, plain backdrop to take the raw material into the center stage. Occasional touches of rust, copper, or distressed finishes can also add depth and character to your industrial home space.
A dark neutral color tone gives the industrial style design an authentic feel
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DIY Tips for Creating Industrial Style Furniture
In case you read this far and want to craft your own industrial furniture, here are some practical tips we have considered for you:
- Install an Industrial Style Table: Let’s start with bringing a big wooden table in the middle of the house. You should find a weathered wood board (it can be around your house, but if you are living in an urban area, buy it on e-commerce or any old wood shop). Then attach this top with matte black metal table legs to get beautiful industrial modern furniture.
- Add a Perfect Finish for Industrial Style: Apply two thin coats of polyurethane to your tabletop to highlight the wood grain and protect it from water. Satin, water-based polyurethane is the perfect choice to achieve a natural look that’s not too shiny and dries quickly.
- Incorporate Industrial Hardware: Decorate your space with some casters and metal brackets. Also, you can focus on the little details, like exposed bolts and some distressed iron materials, to add authenticity to your designs.
A minimalistic space with industrial furniture design and decorations
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How to Incorporate Industrial Furniture Into Your Space
Whether you’re redesigning an entire room or adding a few industrial touches, remember that there are different ways to integrate industrial style furniture into different areas of your home.
Dining Areas
A dining table with metal legs and a solid wood top is the best choice for an industrial design style dining room. Pair it with metal framed chairs or rustic wooden benches for a stunning finished look.
Industrial dining table setups create a functional eating area
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Living Rooms
In line with the simplicity feature of industrial design style, you should incorporate an industrial coffee table with a steel base and a reclaimed wood top. Consider adding metal shelving units and exposed light fixtures to enhance the industrial vibe.
A perfect industrial interior design style for serving guests
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Home Offices
Opt for a sturdy industrial desk with metal legs and a wooden surface. Also, you can complement the space with open metal shelving and geometric lighting for a productive yet stylish workspace.
An industrial style working area should have a minimalistic look
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Lofts & Apartments
Recently, industrial style furniture has been ideal for loft style living. Let’s use open concept layouts with metal framed partitions, distressed wood furniture, and factory inspired lighting to achieve an urban, airy feel for your industrial home space.
Metal framed partitions create a great impression for your industrial room
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Common Questions
What Is the Difference Between Modern and Industrial Styles?
| Color Palette | Decor Style | Materials | |
|
Industrial Style Furniture |
Neutral, monochromatic color, especially gray | Raw, unfinished materials and a rugged aesthetic | Reclaimed Wood, Iron, Steel |
|
Modern Style Furniture |
Neutral colors and shades of black and white | Elegant, simple look, and functionality focus | Polished metals, stainless steel, glass |
Can You Mix Industrial With Modern Design Elements?
Industrial and modern styles can blend beautifully. You can balance the industrial rawness with modern refinement by mixing polished surfaces with clean lines, exposed metal, and reclaimed wood to enhance the delicateness and character.
What Colors Go With Industrial Furniture?
Earthy, neutral tones such as gray, black, brown, and beige work best in the industrial color palette. The warm wood tones of a coffee table, incorporating metallic accents like brass, copper, or aged steel of shelves and lamps, will bring to your home the simplicity of industrial furniture design.
After this guide, you can successfully bring the industrial aesthetic into your home with confidence and creativity. Whether through DIY projects or carefully curated pieces, industrial furniture offers a timeless, functional, and stylish way to elevate any space. Don’t worry if you are still not clear about the industrial furniture design yet, contact us directly at +1 (310) 756-0002 or visit our website to follow more useful tips in home design.
