1) Industrial lighting
Industrial lighting: you can't ignore it these days. For a number of years now, almost every dining room table has had a beautiful industrial hanging lamp or a beautiful lamp in the living room. Industrial lighting has a robust appearance, this is usually because industrial lamps are made of metal or steel.
The most well-known variant of the industrial lamp is perhaps the factory lamp: a rough and sturdy hanging lamp that is a real eye-catcher in the home. This lamp is so called because it looks as if it came straight from the factory.
What types of lighting are there?
Basic lighting
Basic lighting is lighting that evenly illuminates the entire room without too much contrast. An example of basic lighting is a ceiling lamp whose light reflects on the walls and floor and therefore distributes the light evenly throughout the room. This is also called indirect lighting.
Task lighting
Task lighting is a concentrated beam of light in one specific place or part of the home, such as a desk lamp or table lamp. Task lighting is also called functional lighting.
Atmospheric lighting
With mood lighting, as the name suggests, you create atmosphere in various rooms. Ambient lighting is somewhere between task and general lighting and is now widely seen in homes.
Hanging lamps
The design of industrial lamps is never boring. While a few years ago the simple industrial lamp in white or black was all the rage, this year we are seeing a lot of coarse large lamps with cool details such as large hooks. The older the lamp appears, the cooler the effect in the living room.
Nowadays, the industrial hanging lamps are also made with real old chains, which gives the lamp that little bit extra. Perfect for above a nice large dining table!
Concrete
Concrete lamps are making a comeback. Concrete looks cool and emphasizes the industrial style in your home. Concrete often has a gray color, which can be perfectly combined with all kinds of living styles. It fits perfectly with natural materials such as wood and leather and warm colors such as brown tones, so that in combination with a country style it provides a warm appearance.
What is the correct distance between a lamp and the table?
The correct distance between a lamp and the table is determined by several factors. The average height between a lamp and the dining room table is between 60 and 75 centimeters. This distance is calculated from the table top. Also take into account how large the lamp is, what the height of the dining table is and how high the room is where the lamp will hang.
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Floor lamps
Nowadays, industrial floor lamps come in all shapes and sizes. A beautiful factory lamp gives the home a sturdy yet attractive appearance. The sleeker design has disappeared a bit, now we see many robust and roughly finished floor lamps. How about these cool factory lamps? These have become almost indispensable when it comes to lighting trends. A factory lamp fits perfectly with the vintage and industrial living style. We have seen many large and matte factory lamps in recent years, but nowadays we also see them in materials such as aluminum or cast iron.
Industrial tripod / studio lamp
Ready - set - GO! With a cool studio lamp you will feel like you are in a real film studio. A studio lamp is a unique eye-catcher in your home and is available in many lavish variants. A studio lamp is often made of metal, sometimes in combination with wood, and often deliberately rough finished. This gives the lamp an industrial and robust look and still has a lot of character. With a studio lamp you will certainly steal the show in any room!
Wall lamps
A wall lamp is the perfect solution for a small interior where there is little space for a large lamp. You can combine wall lamps in many different ways in your home. Hang them above your bedside tables in the bedroom or above a cupboard in your living room for some extra atmosphere. The handy thing about wall lamps is that they do not require much space and you can still transform your interior into an industrial palace. The wall lamps with folding arms are very popular, which, in addition to being functional, also look super cool in your home. A combination of wood and metal always works well and provides a vintage look.
Light source
An industrial lamp stands or falls with the use of the right light source. With a light bulb in a nice warm color, a sturdy lamp immediately looks cooler and adds more atmosphere to your home. We always recommend using warm(er) light with an industrial lamp, because this provides a nice contrast with the sturdy and matte materials of the lamp. Nowadays there are more than enough incandescent or LED lamps with spirals in every hardware store and supermarket to get the most out of your industrial lighting!
2) Use of materials
Metal
Typical for an industrial design is of course the use of metal. It can be as cool and big as you want. For example, think of a cool, cool bar with metal plates or even iron plates against the wall. Nowadays you can also find a lot of furniture made of metal, such as old locker cabinets or sturdy tables with industrial bases.
Prefer a slightly more subtle approach? Then go for steel accents with, for example, metal stools or chairs.
Leather and PU
Leather is one of the few materials that actually fits well in any style, but above all fits perfectly with an industrial atmosphere. Leather gives a vintage and sturdy character to a home and can be beautifully combined with other sturdy materials such as metal and stone.
When using leather, you can also go big with, for example, a sturdy, dark leather sofa or armchair, or you can keep it small with subtle accents such as (faux) leather cushions or shelf supports.
Concrete
Concrete is a beautiful material and has become an indispensable part of our interior these days. Concrete is typical of the industrial living trend and gives your home a sturdy, natural and somber appearance. It is precisely when you combine concrete with "living" materials such as leather and soft fabrics that you bring some warmth back into your interior. There is endless inspiration to be found about the use of concrete in your interior. A sturdy concrete floor, in a wall concrete look or a sturdy concrete table lamp: the possibilities are endless!
Wood
The use of wood is indispensable in any living style. Wood provides warmth to your interior and brings your home to life in a way that no other material can. Precisely because wood has the property of being "alive", you can go in any direction with different types of wood. From large wooden furniture to small accessories, you can never go wrong with the use of wood in your interior.
3) Walls
Brick
When you think of an industrial building, you quickly think of coarse brick walls. It is of course very cool to install a sturdy brick wall, but there are also plenty of cheaper and easier alternatives. For example, there is special wallpaper with a brick motif in different colors and designs.
Industrial wallpaper
Nowadays you can also find many wallpapers in a cool print. From brick to concrete or a complete industrial wall, the choice is yours! Are you afraid that the whole thing will be a bit too dark and intense? We recommend that you first start with a smaller wall, so that you can gradually give your interior an industrial look. If you really like it, you can still transform a large wall in your home into a cool wall with an industrial look, and in no time you will imagine yourself in a true loft!
4) Accessories
An industrial interior can sometimes seem a bit gloomy and unpleasant, but this does not have to be the case! With a few simple accessories you can quickly add some warmth to a room. Consider, for example, the use of light (provide soft and warm light). This immediately gives a completely different atmosphere to a room or space.
It is also important to add some color to the interior here and there. This can be done with some cushions, rugs or a color on the wall. Keep it simple here, and don't make it too colorful. But you can also add warmth through fine, soft materials, such as beautiful sheepskin on an armchair or cowhide on the floor.
5) Sliding doors
When space permits, installing an industrial sliding door is a great tip to add industrial character to a room. In addition, a sliding door is also extremely practical: if there are fewer guests, you can simply close off the rooms with a sliding door and create privacy for the guests.
6) Industrial floors
You can of course complete an industrial interior with a sturdy floor. There are various options to give a floor an industrial character. For example, you can choose a dark floor in a cool shade such as black or gray to keep it calm and simple if you already have a fairly busy interior.
Would you like to go for a more robust floor? Then choose a sturdy concrete or cast floor to make a real statement. Keep in mind that these floors do require a warm material such as leather or fabric to prevent the whole thing from appearing cold.
For people who would like a somewhat "warmer" material in their industrial interior, they can always opt for a wooden floor. Keep it more robust and the more vintage the finish, the better!
7) Industrial Tables & Chairs
Make a statement in your interior with sturdy industrial tables and lamps! A large industrial table immediately creates a cool look in your dining room and offers enough space for all your friends or family. A true trend within industrial tables are the crossed legs and the robust wood materials used for the table top. With the Dimehouse dining tables you get a real eye-catcher in your home. With a sturdy acacia wooden table top, this is the table for an industrial interior!
Industrial dining room chairs come in all shapes and sizes. Frequently seen this year are sturdy dining room chairs with matte and/or black frames, for an extra cool look. In combination with a vintage finished seat, this creates a beautiful picture Dimehouse dining room chairs are the perfect example of this!
8) Industrial colors
The standard colors that belong in an industrial interior are white, black and gray. In addition to these colors, you can choose one or two more striking colors to freshen up the look. If you want to go for more colors, choose colors that are close to each other and create a harmonious whole. The ton-sur-ton color combination, such as gray, is often seen in an industrial interior. The ideal way to add subtle nuances to your interior! The color gray can be combined in so many different shades and materials and always provides a calm and cool look.
9) Do it yourself!
Have you found a real second-hand gem, but the upholstery or color is not quite to your taste? Then reupholster the piece of furniture! You also see this trend in furniture fabrics. Many fabric manufacturers have embraced the industrial look and use tough vintage finished materials in combination with a robust design. This allows you to really personalize items and give you a unique item that no one else has. Super cool!
10) Cool cabinets & sideboards
Industrial cabinets & dressers are all the rage! The industrial cabinets are usually made of steel or metal, occasionally combined with wood. The useful thing about an industrial cabinet is that it can actually be used anywhere. Place it in the dining room, living room or bedroom and it will always find a place. Various industrial cabinets are also available for the hall.
With a industrial cabinet you can go in any direction. Much seen this year is the locker cupboard or industrial trolley. A trolley is multifunctional and can be used for many purposes. Use it as a storage cabinet for your books or pillows, or turn it into a display for your most beautiful items! Many trolleys have wheels under them, which, in addition to being very beautiful, makes them easy to move.
11) Design classics
Design classics are available in all living styles, including industrial living classics. Industrial design classics are distinguished by coarse materials, cool colors and a robust appearance.
Chesterfield
One of the best-known industrial design classics is the furniture from the Chesterfield series. Everyone is familiar with the stylish and classic look of a Chesterfield sofa or armchair. A Chesterfield is almost always made of leather and has a diamond pattern with nailed buttons. This unmistakable design makes you feel like you are in an old brown café with a beautiful Chesterfield sofa or armchair.
Eames Lounge Chair
The Eames Lounge Chair is a world-famous armchair designed by the couple Charles and Ray Eames. There's even an original version on permanent display at the Museum of Modern Arts in New York! From the very beginning, this armchair has been an extremely popular and well-known piece of furniture. This sublime lounge chair, including the accompanying footstool (also called an “ottoman”) is made based on the world-famous design that has adorned villas and penthouses for decades.
12) In combination with other interior styles
An industrial interior is the ideal style to combine with other interior styles. This way you can create a... with sturdy furniture Scandinavian interior give it an industrial touch, or make your industrial home a little sweeter with beautiful pastel shades.
Industrial & Rural
We will immediately start with the interior style with which an industrial interior can best and easiest be combined: the national trend. In a rural interior you can often find sturdy and robust items, where sober and calm colors predominate. The country style is therefore the ideal style to combine with an industrial interior!
Industrial & Scandinavian
The Scandinavian and Industrial living styles have many similarities. Both interior styles make extensive use of white, gray and natural colors and materials. A difference between the styles is that an industrial interior can also be very dark, for example through the use of black, brown and gray. Often supplemented with wood, soft tones, natural and warm materials, metal and concrete.
How do you bring these styles together beautifully? For example, you can decorate your interior industrially with a Scandinavian touch. Then make sure that you use more white, light and light wood types than metal, concrete and dark natural materials. But you can also do it the other way around; furnish your interior with Scandinavian design and provide an industrial character. This means that you use more dark than light colors and materials, and less use of wood.
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