Industrial Style: How to adopt the industrial trend

Origins and characteristics of the industrial style

The industrial style draws its roots from the old factories of the 19^th century, transformed into urban lofts in the 1970s, notably in New York. These vast open spaces, with brick walls and exposed beams, laid the foundations for a raw, functional, and unadorned aesthetic. Today, this style is found both in contemporary apartments and traditional houses, bringing character and personality.

Its emblematic materials? Blackened or brushed metal, polished concrete, red brick, patinated leather, and solid wood. The whole is often supported by clean lines and open volumes, creating an atmosphere that is both sober and assertive. The industrial style is also distinguished by its visual minimalism: every element must have a function, without falling into decorative excess.

How to integrate the industrial style into every room?

Adopting the industrial style does not mean turning your entire interior into a workshop. On the contrary: it is about intelligently adapting it to each space, playing with volumes, materials, and lighting. From the kitchen to the living room, through the bedroom, each room can accommodate industrial elements without losing comfort or harmony.

In the kitchen: play the metal card

The kitchen is an ideal playground to adopt the industrial style. Choose solid wood furniture with steel frames, open shelves, and especially an industrial kitchen pendant light to assert the raw and functional aesthetic. Models in black, aged, or copper metal, installed above the central island or countertop, offer direct and stylish lighting. Discover them in our selection of industrial pendant lights.

In the living room: wall lighting as a signature

The industrial living room focuses on the authenticity of materials: aged leather sofas, raw wood coffee tables, brick or concrete-effect walls. To enhance the atmosphere, opt for industrial living room wall sconces in black metal or rust effect. These wall lights provide accent lighting while highlighting the style of your space. Find our models in the industrial wall sconces collection.

In the bedroom: industrial ambiance

Contrary to popular belief, the bedroom can very well adopt an industrial decor without seeming cold. It just needs to be balanced with soft materials (linen, wool, wood). An industrial bedroom floor lamp can serve as a reading light or ambient lighting, while adding a graphic touch to the room. Discover our industrial floor lamps with minimal and robust design.

Lighting fixtures: essential to enhance an industrial interior

In an industrial interior decoration, lighting does more than just illuminate: it structures, accentuates, and is fully part of the decor. Industrial lighting fixtures recall old workshops with their raw finishes and sturdy materials. Well chosen, they highlight textures, create warm atmospheres, and reinforce the character of the place.

Pendants: choosing an industrial pendant suitable for each room

Pendant lights are the centerpiece of industrial lighting. A metal pendant above a dining table or in an entryway immediately sets the tone. For the kitchen, favor a industrial kitchen pendant: clean lines, steel or aluminum lampshade, exposed cable... so many details that hit the mark. Here is our selection of industrial pendants.

Wall sconces for an industrial living room

The industrial living room wall sconces are ideal for accentuating a brick wall, framing a sofa, or highlighting a painting. Opt for industrial wall sconces with articulated shapes, raw materials, and don't hesitate to vary the heights to create dynamism.

Floor lamps: choosing an industrial bedroom floor lamp

An industrial bedroom floor lamp allows you to set up a cozy reading corner or a workspace with a loft spirit. Favor adjustable floor lamp models, with articulated arms or tripod bases, in matte black, bronze, or aged metal tones.

Furniture and accessories for a successful industrial look

Industrial style doesn’t stop at raw walls and lighting. To create an authentic atmosphere, the choice of furniture and decorative objects plays a fundamental role. The idea is not to transform everything, but to integrate a few strong pieces that evoke the world of old factories and urban workshops.

Start with iconic furniture: metal lockers, open steel shelves, workbenches repurposed as tables, or workshop screw stools. The dominant materials are raw metal, patinated wood, aged leather, and sometimes even polished concrete.

For accessories, bet on XXL warehouse-style clocks, greenhouse-type mirrors, vintage filament bulbs, or exposed piping elements. These details reinforce the authenticity of industrial interior decoration and add charm without overloading the space.

Finally, don’t be afraid to mix styles: a vintage piece of furniture, a contemporary design item, or a lamp repurposed from an industrial object can coexist harmoniously. It’s this balance between upcycling, minimalism, and retro touches that gives the style its full character.

Materials and colors to prioritize in industrial interior decoration

The choice of materials and shades plays a central role in industrial interior decoration. To recreate the authenticity of old workshops, we focus on raw, robust, and expressive materials. Black or patinated steel, aged solid wood, polished concrete, and worn leather are the pillars of this style. They tell a story, add texture, and structure the space with character.

On the palette side, the colors are sober and earthy: black, gray, rust, khaki, off-white… These cool tones create a solid base that can be warmed up with textile elements (throws, cushions), soft lighting, or some vintage brass or smoked glass objects. The balance between the raw look and some cozy touches is the key to avoiding an atmosphere that is too cold or too rigid.

Want to transform your interior? Browse our selection of industrial lighting for every room and give a new soul to your decor.