Theme and concept is at the very epicentre of all interior design. Whether you’re partial to a bit of mix and match, or you love a design clash, each person will have their own view on their ideal look. One particular design theme that has progressively become more and more popular over the years is industrial chic.
This specific look is something many of you would have already seen, but on more commercial grounds such as coffee shops, retail stores, and design studios. However over the last year this particular concept has been brought into the homes of many across the globe. From exposed brick walls to iron cladded shelving, this look is both practical and stylish. Pair those elements with wooden flooring, textured ironmongery, and minimalistic accessories, and you can easily capture the “hipster” trend that has the interior industry buzzing.
This specific look is something many of you would have already seen, but on more commercial grounds such as coffee shops, retail stores, and design studios. However over the last year this particular concept has been brought into the homes of many across the globe. From exposed brick walls to iron cladded shelving, this look is both practical and stylish. Pair those elements with wooden flooring, textured ironmongery, and minimalistic accessories, and you can easily capture the “hipster” trend that has the interior industry buzzing.
Although the overall concept might seem a tad much for some people, others are embracing the trend and are imitating it in their own ways. Like anything in the design world there is no right or wrong way to implement set looks, and the great thing about industrial chic is that “less is more”. Another advantage of this look is that you can achieve it on a minimal budget. As the look is particularly rustic looking, so you don’t have to worry about that perfect finish, and if anything the more rugged looking the better.
I myself am a fan of the industrial look and I am halfway through implementing it into my home. When I first told my family and friends about the design plan, not many were convinced. In fact a few of them said that “it wouldn’t feel cosy as a home”, but I knew what I wanted and I was keen to make it my own!
Since starting the project I have thoroughly enjoyed the interior make over. Rather than buying new furniture I have restored old furniture bought from the local charity shop, and given them an industrial chic overhaul. I love my new kitchen that has now been fitted with a brand new suite, which contrasts with my beautifully exposed brick feature wall. I also found a London ironmongers called A & H Brass, which had a vast collection of industrial looking fixtures and fittings, in different finishes and different styles.
Some of their knurled and hammered ironmongery in particular caught my eye, and is now featured in several places around the house, looking both chic and ergonomic. They are also really easy to handle which makes them highly practical, unlike those that are implemented for their aesthetic presence. They were also really affordable so when you’re on a budget like myself it doesn’t mean you need to break the bank.
I myself am a fan of the industrial look and I am halfway through implementing it into my home. When I first told my family and friends about the design plan, not many were convinced. In fact a few of them said that “it wouldn’t feel cosy as a home”, but I knew what I wanted and I was keen to make it my own!
Since starting the project I have thoroughly enjoyed the interior make over. Rather than buying new furniture I have restored old furniture bought from the local charity shop, and given them an industrial chic overhaul. I love my new kitchen that has now been fitted with a brand new suite, which contrasts with my beautifully exposed brick feature wall. I also found a London ironmongers called A & H Brass, which had a vast collection of industrial looking fixtures and fittings, in different finishes and different styles.
Some of their knurled and hammered ironmongery in particular caught my eye, and is now featured in several places around the house, looking both chic and ergonomic. They are also really easy to handle which makes them highly practical, unlike those that are implemented for their aesthetic presence. They were also really affordable so when you’re on a budget like myself it doesn’t mean you need to break the bank.
I still have a long way to go with the rest of the renovations but I couldn’t be happier with the results, and to top it off I have since had friends over for a drinks and they actually really love the design as well. In fact although most of them were unsure, I could see them sizing up the property for their own ideas on how to implement a slice of this industrial chic look.
0 comments:
Post a Comment