Industrial Style Decoration: The Raw Beauty of Industrial Heritage
The Industrial Style of home decoration refers to an aesthetic trend in interior design that draws elements from old factories and industrial spaces that have been converted into lofts and other living areas in recent years. This aesthetic became popular in the late 2000s and remained prevalent throughout the 2010s. Almost all major cities in the world recognize the industrial style in interior decoration, as it constitutes a nostalgic trend in fashion, from Europe to the United States and Asia.
Historical Evolution and Coldness vs. Warmth
The earliest industrial style originated from the transformation of some abandoned old factories, which became places where artists creatively work and live (e.g., Manhattan lofts). Subsequently, the persistent, cool, and somewhat artistic style evolved into an industrial interior design style.
However, due to its cold and harsh effects (e.g., the dominance of metal), it was initially not suitable for long-term residence. This changed in later modern interior decoration, as certain other elements were used to give a sense of warmth and make it suitable for daily life. The logical matching of colors and materials is key to imparting the feeling of warmth required by a contemporary daily living space, without losing the industrial character.
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Key Elements and Materials: The Warehouse "Canvas"
Industrial design style is predominantly found in urban areas, and even more so in lofts or top floors of old commercial buildings. These locations also contain some of the core elements used to achieve this design style, such as exposed bricks, metal pipes, columns or beams, concrete floors, and large openings.
These elements help give the space a "warehouse" feel which is the ultimate goal of this design style. These ideal locations provide an open field for property owners to start with a fresh "canvas" where functional structural elements simultaneously become decorative. Industrial style design obviously does not turn an interior into a factory, but it can impart a sense of strength, security, and assurance.
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Χρωματική παλέτα και προσωπικότητα: δύναμη και ηρεμία
Although industrial interior design is simple in the selection of materials and colors, it is essential to fully consider the user's personality and desires in order to meet their aesthetic needs.
The first impression most people have when viewing industrial interior design is the feeling of a cold space, due to the presence of dark and neutral colors such as brown, ochre, blue, and touches of black. These low tones and deep, neutral, calm colors are typically used to highlight the industrial features (e.g., dark metal or red brick). The use of warm fabrics and wood in combination with this palette moderates the coldness and creates a modern, balanced result.
The Industrial Style is a bold choice that suits the Urban Style and the Contemporary Style, ideal for a penthouse apartment. Lighting plays a crucial role in showcasing it.