INDUSTRIAL STYLE LIVING

 

New York City artists of the 60s and 70s didn’t find their art studios – they created them!


For decades artists have gravitated towards the nitty, gritty, urban landscapes of city life like New York and Detroit. Remarkably, it was the artists of New York City during the 1950’s and ‘60’s that would birth the revolutionary interior design aesthetic that we know of today as, industrial style décor.

Artists like Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, and Mark Rothko turned abandoned warehouses and factories into their own personal work spaces, where they created some of the most influential art of the 20th century.

Today, artists and designers alike continue to be charmed by these similar characteristics like exposed brick, concrete, raw and unfinished materials. It’s no wonder that the industrial style aesthetic remains one of the most popular for interior design. Its use of raw materials and focus on functionality and simplicity make it a perfect canvas for creativity.

You don’t have to be an artist like Jackson Pollock or live in an urban landscape like New York or Detroit to live in your dream décor aesthetic. Below are some insights that can help you achieve this aesthetic in your own home.


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When shopping for items to achieve the Industrial Style aesthetic, think: raw materials, vintage elements, metal finishes, and functional furniture — as these are synonymous with this decor.


LEATHER & LOUNGE


When deciding on furniture, stick to the holy trinity of Industrial style aesthetic: they should be simple, functional, and utilitarian. Consider adding a vintage chair or leather sofa for added warmth and unique twist to the room.


CORNELIA LEATHER CLUB CHAIR AT JOSSANDMAIN FOR $1240

CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SOFA AT POTTERY BARN FOR $4,699

FRESNO UPHOLSTERED DINING CHAIR AT POTTERY BARN FOR $679

BLACK LEATHER OAK CHAIR AT KATHY KOU HOME FOR $1,699


ENTERTAINMENT & METALS


Entertain your guests (and yourself!) by incorporating metal finishes to your space. Be creative, select items with metal in fun and unexpected places such as in the lighting fixtures, hardware, and furniture!


BELMONT METAL CABINET IN BLACK AT BURKE DECOR FOR $2199

SCHMIT ACCENT TABLE AT BURKE DECOR FOR $249

DECMODE BRASS FUNCTIONAL ANTIQUE PHONE AT HAYNEEDLE FOR $152

52-IN TORQUE MEDIA CART AT MODERN INDUSTRIAL FURNITURE FOR $1,750


TEXTURES


Add character and depth to your space with textures! Natural elements like plants or wooden accents are just one option to achieve this. Another alternative is to use textiles like wool or jute rugs and cozy throws. The space should feel raw and untouched, yet still warm and cozy.


DUNMORE NATURAL JUTE RUG AT BALLARD DESIGNS FOR $400

KESTLER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY WOODEN CRATE AT MR.DARBY’S ANTIQUES FOR $39

ANTIBES, BRONZ ACCENT THROW PILLOW AT COTEIRE FOR $68

FIDDLE LEAF FIG PLANT AT HOUZZ

FOR $64


LIGHTING


Choose lighting fixtures with metal finishes such as copper or steel. This is a fun and creative way to add to the overall urban, raw feel of the space.


JORDAN PENDANT LIGHT AT POTTERY BARN FOR $169

JONATHAN HOMER 13 IN. 1-LIGHT MODERN INDUSTRIAL IRON LED DOME PENDANT AT HAYNEEDLE FOR $183

CHABEI LOFT VINTAGE ROPE MONKEY PENDANT LIGHT AT AMAZON FOR $126

NEWTON HAND BLOWN GLASS MINI PENDANT AT POTTERY BARN FOR $249

 
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