The Complete Guide to Urban Industrial Style Interior Decorating

Urban industrial style is minimal, raw and uncluttered with a preference for rustic and exposed architectural features and interiors.

This style is ideal if you love wide open spaces that boast distressed details, textural warmth and polished accents.  

Urban industrial design is prevalent in loft apartments that have been converted to residential use from a commercial, manufacturing, or warehouse space.

Combining industrial finishes with contemporary chic furnishings, this style is celebrated for its ability to harmonise contrasting elements and pays homage to the pre-existing architectural features. 

Urban industrial style prioritises visual flow, through the careful zoning, abundant natural light, soothing colour palette, and the inclusion of a few eye-catching accessories, to achieve a utilitarian and sophisticated elegance.

For a step-by-step guide to creating the Urban Industrial look, explore our styling tips and curated collection below.

 

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COLOUR PALETTE

TRANSFORM YOUR EXISTING LOOK

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ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES

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WALL TREATMENTS

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FLOORING

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AMBIENT LIGHTING

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ACCENT LIGHTING

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TASK LIGHTING

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WINDOW TREATMENTS

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FURNITURE

Photo Source: Becky Shea; Lukas Machnik; Suzie Anderson Home

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LIVING ROOM FURNITURE

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BEDROOM FURNITURE

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KITCHEN & DINING SPACES

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TEXTURE & MATERIALS

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ARTWORK & MIRRORS

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ACCESSORIES

SHOP THE COLLECTION

Photo Source: Suzie Anderson Home

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GREENERY & LIVING ENERGY

SET THE MOOD

With our collection of songs to audibly accompany the Urban Industrial Style.

URBAN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER INSPIRATION

Hare + Klein 

Hare + Klein is a team of Sydney based leading interior designers, whose Design firm has been operating for over 3 decades.

Their underlying design ethos is linked to a love of texture, colour, comfort and generous proportions.

Instagram: @harekelin

Photo: Hare + Klein

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Anouska Hempel

"Design goes where imagination flows"- Anouska Hempel

Anouska Hempel is an acclaimed British Designer whose work encompasses architecture, interior design, fashion, garden and furniture design.

Rich timbers, leather and soft furnishings bring elements of mystery, romance and charm. A darker colour palette and structured architectural features reflect a modern industrial style.

Instagram: @anouskahempeldesign

Photo: © 2020 Anouska Hempel Design

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Roman and Williams

Roman and Williams Building and Interiors is an award winning design firm based in New York City. One of their most notable projects is the edgy and industrial Ace Hotel in New York.

In addition to commercial spaces, their residential designs showcase exposed brick elements, painted gloss and matte black statements alongside leather, iron and timber furniture.  

Instagram: @roman_and_williams_

Photo: Roman and Williams

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EXPLORE YOUR SUBTYPES

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