This is a look that hearkens back to the turn-of-the-century industrial era. It emphasizes frequent use of raw steel with exposed brick elements. It also relies heavily on rustic wood pieces. The modern variant also uses copper tones. In order to create this style the look of rough surfaces and materials that suggest an industrial past by leaving some walls or surfaces unfinished or a bare concrete finish is needed. In addition to some rough metal elements that will create an industrial atmosphere, look for old industrial-looking objects that are made from steel, metal or wood, preferably worn down or have been salvaged and recycled. The color palette should steer clear of bright, bold colors; instead look for warm, neutral tones to fill the space. Shades and tones of gray work well when mixed with white to add a crisp, clean look.  You should find big comfortable sofas and large scatter cushions to work alongside ‘industrial’ artwork and accent pieces.

You can find great selections of furniture and decorative items at Restoration Hardware, Rove Concepts, and Dot & Bo.

 

This industrial modern office has all the classic elements of the style – black steel desk, rustic, rough hew wood shelving and natural leather seating. The colors are muted and imbue the space with earthy, worn, warm elements as in the cracked leather of the seat or the olden day feel of the desk. It reminds us of another time, less refined but nonetheless elegant.

 

 

 

 

This living room is a beautiful example of the rustic modern style with the high ceilings and exposed beams giving a feeling of being in a converted warehouse.  The use of steel, rough hew floors, reclaimed wood wall and rusty steel cocktail tables are the classic rustic/industrial elements in the room.  However, the look is kept fresh and clean with the white of the couch, tribal style rug and the white painted timbers of the beamed ceiling, making the room feel light and airy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This idea board shows an example of how you can create the industrial / rustic modern look in your own home.

Chair – Rove Concepts FLAG HALYARD CHAIR, Sofa  – RH Savoy Upholstered Couch,  Rug OKL Zinder Rug, Chandelier – Dot and Bo Celestial Galaxy Chandelier, Pillows  – OKL, Art – Candelabra Trowbridge The Bull, side table – Dot & Bo Steel Caster Nesting Tables, shelf – Dot & Bo Meridian Shelf, chairs – Dot & Bo Water Buffalo Sling Chairs, coffee table – RH DUTCH INDUSTRIAL SQUARE COFFEE TABLE, decorative bottles – RH 1920S HAND-BLOWN WINE BOTTLE COLLECTION, Shelves – Dot & Bo Turnbuckle Wall Storage