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Friday, April 20th, 2018
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Industrial design rooted from the need to have safety and efficiency in terms of architecture. Just recently, this style has become iconic insomuch that people rushed to search for old buildings such as warehouses and factories. This sudden demand for industrial spaces welcomed the trend for industrial chic.
The first industrial structures, these days, are many sought-after locations for weddings, company events, and other such occasions. These structures were, of course, originally meant to protect workers and house machines. Yet people are not deterred by the aging columns, distressed walls, and old pipes; each buyer seems to be able to see the stories that are represented by the imperfect buildings.
A Short History
The late 1700s were the years when the first industrial structures were built. These were meant to be utilized as working structures. But with the advances in electricity, engineering, and architecture, these have long since been used for more than their utilitarian value.
Industrial structures originally have zero frills. These were, after all, buildings that are supposed to facilitate work. Fear of fire became prevalent during those years, too, that flat roofs were recommended and owners were discouraged from constructing attics.
This unfinished, raw look is what now characterizes the beautiful industrial chic homes of our time. Exposed bricks, ductwork, and pipes are all but common features in industrial chic homes.
By the 1900s, bigger spaces were needed because of the advent of new energy sources. Steel and concrete then became the new go-to materials for industrial buildings. These structures are now more in line with what you see as an industrial home today.
Fine Furniture Design’s Cachet Collection sits perfectly in this industrial building.
Old Factories, New Homes
Majority of industrial buildings have no walls to block natural light. These are, therefore, easily repurposed as Lower Manhattan and New England homes. It was during the late ‘60s and ‘70s when these spaces were renewed and were reclaimed by artists due to their abundant lighting.
Interior designers have long since caught up. They have successfully glamorized industrial chic because of its renewing and reusing characteristics. The defining features of such homes are now the open lofts as well as the exposed structural details.
Industrial chic is one of the few designs that can perfectly blend with any style. It can be traditional, modern, rustic or elegant. Industrial chic is not cold but neither is it too warm. This is the right style that effortlessly strikes a balance.
Remember to include elements such as metal, bricks, and reclaimed wood in your industrial chic home. The very building which your home is was made to celebrate perfect lighting, open floor layout, and accommodate large social hubs.
Industrial chic can also be masculine once the steel, concrete, and bricks are not softened. The steady rise in industrial chic space demands has risen up with the ever-rising concerns for gender neutrality. It is now easy to see neutral elements such as Edison bulbs, reclaimed wood flooring, ceremony altars, factory windows, and doors.
Other Industrial Chic Key Traits
Industrial chic is all about proudly displaying the building materials that were used to construct the building. Loft apartments, commercial spaces, and modern homes make use of these past utilitarian spaces.
The warehouse look proudly shows the exposed ducts and pipes and other such raw elements. It is also common to see metals on walls as a feature of an industrial chic home. Those who long for this look may also incorporate metallic furnishings. Polished metals as shelves, as well as feature metal brackets, are features that you can also use.
It is also okay to combine metal with wood surfaces. You can see a plethora of this fusion throughout the more subtle industrial chic homes.
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Friday, December 1st, 2017
The Flexsteel Living Room Square Coffee Table 6722-032 mirrors the exposed beams as well as the sturdy steel parts of an industrial structure.
There are two words that you need to remember when wishing to create industrial chic style – safety and efficiency. The word industrial, after all, exudes functionality and something of an icon. While it may constitute abandoned or forgotten warehouses and factories, all these structures still show stability and durability.
Lately, industrial spaces have slowly been becoming the most in-demand locations for events and modern dwellers. While you may have just encountered the term industrial chic, it was not born last month, in fact, it’s been around for years.
These days, industrial buildings are famous locations for the biggest parties, social events, and special occasions such as weddings. Since these structures were originally made to house the biggest types of machinery and hundreds if not thousands of workers, turning these spaces into a social hub has been a natural thing.
Communities today even want to appreciate the rich history of each industrial structure. It’s alright to see distressed walls, worn flooring, and aged pipes. These are all the scars of a decaying structure yet they have grown to be loved by a new breed of dwellers.
Industrial Architecture History
Industrial buildings were first created in the late 1700s. These were utilitarian by nature. Back then, large windows were built so that natural light could flow in. Of course, electricity was not discovered till the late 1800s so the use of natural light was indispensable.
Safety soon had a major influence on the architecture of that time more particularly the mill factories. Fire was prevalent which led to the actions made to reduce the dangers of such occurrences.
Insurance companies began to fashion safer industrial structures. Attics were finally discouraged and flat roofs took their place.
Reclaiming Old Warehouses and Factories
You can expect few to zero walls inside industrial buildings. And since there is an abundance of windows, you will also receive a lot of natural lighting.
In the late ‘60s till the ‘70s, these structures were slowly being renewed. The spaces in Lower Manhattan and New England were especially targeted by artists and unique homeowners. While these were initially reclaimed as studio spaces, such open structures soon caught the attention of interior designers.
Not long after, industrial chic was born. Each of these spaces was finally renewed, recycled, and repurposed into open-space lofts that offer exposed details. These characteristics were the very things that made industrial buildings famous and sought-after.
Industrial chic is also oozing with style. It can blend perfectly with traditional or modern designs. The bold features, as well as the clean lines that come with the structures, act as the needed contrast to whatever needs a counterpoint.
Industrial chic is welcoming yet it is not too cozy. There is a perfect balance in this kind of interior design.
Expect to find a lot of metal, bricks, and wood which would glamorize the interiors of this structure.
Industrial Chic: Moving Forward
Now that you know the rich history and the current following that industrial chic has, it is no surprise that this style has more to offer.
Industrial spaces continue to dominate the scene during birthdays and weddings. The open floor plans are perfect for the many guests and the long tables. And who would be able to resist the masculinity of the bricks, steel, and concrete as they blend beautifully with the femininity of the lace, ribbons, candles, chandeliers, and ornate furnishings during such occasions?
If you like to borrow this look into your home, then prepare to use bricks, concrete, metals, and exposed wood beams.
Just highlight the simplicity and reliability of the design then soften these with your personal touch. The warm yet welcoming look is easy to achieve if you mix the contemporary with the industrial elements.
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Friday, June 23rd, 2017
You just gotta love the modern industrial appeal of this room featuring Cachet Collection pieces.
Recently, homeowners have been resorting to giving life to old barns, warehouses and commercial buildings. The world was taken by storm as this design highlighting exposed finishes has taken center stage. There isn’t any doubt that the industrial elements are staying for good.
The very appeal of bringing the look of manufacturing or mechanical ingenuity means you have to have an eye for unfinished and raw interiors but are good enough to be considered visually pleasing. Believe it or not, there is a way that modern industrial look can become gorgeous. The most beautiful urban lofts these days are actually barn or warehouse conversions.
History Is Your Best Friend
Before you can set what sort of industrial look you will use, you need to go and take a look at old buildings. Find out about these buildings’ rich historic pasts. You’ll be surprised that once you learn these, you will finally concoct creative ideas that you can use for your own modern industrial habitat.
You can also travel downtown at the city to view some older buildings. A lot of cities across the world have restored warehouses and manufacturing structures that have been turned to newer office buildings or condos.
Rustic is Your Next Best Friend
In the era of iron and steel manufacturing in the U.S., using industrial products as well as metals was quite ordinary in lighting fixtures, plumbing, cabinetry, even doorknob hardware.
These days, wrought-iron has become a must-have industrial element. It would look wonderful inside a contemporary setting. You can also look for copper, brushed nickel and cast iron to bring that industrial yet organic appeal to your home.
Expose ‘Em All
If you love anything that looks like it’s been given a chance at being reborn, then find inspiration in the unusual. For instance, you can create lighting that’s controlled by a mechanical pulley. You can also have lighting that looks like a scissor accordion.
Your imagination is the only limit there. Find mechanical workings and have them exposed so that you achieve an industrial look. An island in your kitchen could be repurposed with casters and legs.
Modern mixed with Industrial Beauty
What’s great with adding industrial design elements in your home is that you get the chance to mix and match the old with the contemporary concepts. The best room to begin in is the kitchen.
Use modern appliances with your traditional cabinets. Match these with panel on your appliances that look like they came straight out of the Industrialist era.
Find lighting that looks like the bulbs during Thomas Alba Edison’s time. Retro industrial look is easy to achieve with rustic details and metals.
Express with Art
One other way to bring a modern industrial appeal to your home is to make good use of artwork in expressing your creativity. Use murals, bold graphics, even your own paintings. Those exposed brick walls are also a type of art in their own right. One bricked wall can be used as the accent wall in a living room or the bedroom.
You can also make your own art by getting inspiration from your travels downtown. You can do abstract painting and paint according to your feelings or you can literally paint what you saw.
Renovate Now
If you have a home and you are just considering to renovate it, then you have to say yes to accent walls and fireplaces. Concrete is also an element that you need to include in your raw design. You can have it polished so that it would glow beautifully or you can just leave it at its matte state for a more unfinished, rustic appeal.
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