Hoe creëer ik een warm industrieel interieur?

Datum: 17 jan 2024
Leestijd: 5 minuten
Auteur: Uipkes Houten Vloeren

The warm industrial interior style has been gaining popularity in recent years. But what exactly does a warm industrial interior mean and how can you design your spaces to achieve this living style? In this article we look at what makes this interior style unique and how you can create this atmosphere in your own home.

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What is an Industrial Living Style?

The industrial living style is characterized by a raw and sturdy appearance with elements such as metal details, brick walls and visible pipes. This style, which originated in New York in the 1950s, draws inspiration from old factories and lofts, giving it an unpolished and authentic character.

These factories were converted into homes, and pipes, brick walls and other metal or concrete elements from the old factories often remained visible in the homes.

Industrial Colors

Colors in an industrial interior are often sober and earthy. Think of shades such as black, gray and brown. The shades are inspired by urban suburbs and industrial environments with materials such as metal, wood or concrete that provide a robust, raw atmosphere.

The emphasis is on the use of natural, subdued colors: from light gray tones to dark colors such as black and brown. A pure industrial interior style can appear a bit cold and chilly when dark and neutral colors dominate. It is therefore advisable not to use too many dark colors and to create contrast with accessories and floors.

What is a Warm Industrial Living Style?

A warm industrial interior brings together the sturdy elements of the industrial style with warmer colors and materials. This creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere, without losing the industrial character. This can be achieved, for example, by combining a rural interior style with an industrial interior style. The rural colors and elements provide a warm rural and industrial character in a room.

Use natural materials such as leather, wool, wood, natural stone and metal and alternate them in your interior. This mix creates an interesting play of textures and contributes to a warm, industrial atmosphere.

Creating a Warm Industrial Interior

To create a warm industrial interior, combine industrial elements with warm materials such as wood and soft textiles. Think of wooden floors, large wooden cupboards, wool rugs, tablecloths. Add plants in large pots for a lively touch and choose lighting that gives off a cozy, warm glow. If possible, you can show (part of) the brick wall by removing old wallpaper, which contributes to an industrial atmosphere.

You can emphasize or soften the industrial style through the choice of furniture and accessories. For example, you can choose lamps where the base and shade are made of warm materials such as wood and textiles to provide contrast to the raw appearance of an industrial interior. You can also choose lamps with a steel base or metal shade to emphasize the industrial living style. Industrial lamps made of metal or with a vintage look can also create a cozy atmosphere.

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Suitable Colors for a Warm Industrial Interior

In addition to the base of grey and brown tones, you can add color accents in warm earth tones such as beige, terracotta, warm yellow, orange or deep red. These colors bring warmth and dynamism to the room.

The aim is to create harmony between modern and classic, design and functionality, which are all characteristics of the warm industrial style.

Wooden floors in an Industrial Interior

Voor vloeren in een industrieel interieur zijn houten vloeren of lamelparket ideaal. Deze kunnen warmte en natuurlijke textuur brengen, die mooi contrasteren met de harde industriële materialen, maar ook de industriële look versterken door gebruik van grijstinten of zwarte kleuren.

The use of large plank sizes fits well with the rough and sturdy industrial look. You can also choose to transition the wooden floor into other floor types, such as natural stone floors, which also fit well with an industrial look.

Combination of Floor Colors and Industrial Furniture

Choose a floor color that harmonizes with your industrial furniture. Dark or grey wooden floors, possibly with an aged look, go well with metal and industrial furniture. Lighter wood tones provide a soft contrast and create a more warm atmosphere.

Living room Industrial Warm

In the living room you can add warmth by using soft cushions, leather sofas and wooden furniture. Also consider a large, comfortable rug that softens the industrial edge or green plants that provide contrast to the industrial look.

Alternate warmer colors in the interior and use black colors sparingly. For example, if you only use brown/wooden furniture in the living room or use many black elements, these colors will demand attention in a room.

Kitchen Industrial Warm

In an industrial kitchen you can bring warmth with wooden cabinets or a wooden dining table. Also add textiles, such as seat cushions for wooden or metal chairs, a beautiful tablecloth or soft towels, to make the room more cozy. 

Think of a beautiful metal lamp above the robust wooden dining table. Kitchen accessories can also emphasize the industrial look. For example, a large black oven with metal knobs.

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A warm industrial interior is the perfect balance between a cool and cozy interior. Do you also want to give your home a warm, industrial look with a wooden floor? Visit our showroom for tailor-made advice or request our free, 108-page magazine for inspiration and examples.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What characterizes an industrial living style?

The industrial living style is characterized by a raw appearance with elements such as metal details, brick walls and visible pipes. Originating in New York in the 1950s, this style draws inspiration from old factories and industrial residential areas, giving it an unpolished and authentic character.

How do I create a warm industrial interior?

To create a warm industrial interior, combine industrial elements with warm materials such as wood and soft textiles. Use natural materials such as leather, wool, wood, natural stone and metal and alternate them in your interior. This creates a nice combination of coarse and soft materials, which contributes to a warm, industrial atmosphere.

Which Colors are suitable for a warm Industrial Interior?

In addition to the base of grey and brown tones, you can add color accents in warm earthy colors such as beige, terracotta, warm yellow, orange or deep red. These colors bring warmth and dynamism to the room and contribute to the harmony in the warm industrial style.

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