Industrial chic furniture:

If any of these descriptors fits you, Industrial Chic Furniture may truly be a great fit for you!

A fresh, edgy, and unique style, Industrial Chic, also known as Industrial Modern, is a style that's not afraid to bear it all, upholding the ideals of functionality and utilitarianism.

The Origins

The Welles Adjustable Modern Crank Table

Form

Industrial style is all about keeping it simple and no-frills. Furniture is less ornate. Instead, opt for simpler forms. Typically, furniture in this style has a masculine look. Sharp angles and strong, clean lines are some defining features of the form. The complexity comes from the frame... or rather, lack thereof.

As stated earlier, modern Industrial pieces are not afraid to show off what makes them tick. Exposed frames showcase the gears, cranks, and springs that allow the pieces to function. Exposed ducting, beams, and partially-exposed brick walls exudes the hardworking, functional qualities that defines this style. The Welles Industrial table (pictured above) is an optimal example of this.

function

Industrial modern is a style of furniture that champions functionality within the space. What's the point of exposed internals if those internals don't work? True industrial pieces should serve a purpose (or, even better, multiple purposes!)

That's why we design our pieces with functioning cranks. This allows the piece to exude the motif of durability and functionality present in this style.

The Artezia Adjustable Drafting Desk

The Chiavari Industrial Bar Chair

color

Muted colors are this style's soulmate.

Primarily go with neutrals: grey, black, beige, brown, taupe, and white. Bright, loud colors are hard-pressed to find a place in an industrial chic space.

The Hudson Industrial Modern Lounge Chair

If you want to be bolder with your use of color, opt for an accent piece that prominently features bright, bold colors, like the Hudson Lounge Chair.

You can also opt to go dark and moody by adding splashes of indigo, plum, or sapphire.

materials

Industrial chic is all about using old materials in new ways. Again, salvaged materials and reclaimed woods are perfect to achieve this aesthetic.

For metal pieces, look for welded or forged iron. If iron isn't your style, tin, steel, and aluminum create a clean, cool, and functional feeling. These metals also balance the perfect amount of sleekness without making the space feel too upscale.

For woods, reclaimed teak is a great pick. The rough texture combined with the raw finish exudes a hard-working and utilitarian quality that seems fresh off the production line. In addition, the light weight of teak makes it perfect for crank table tops!

The base from our Bethlehem Industrial Table

texture

• Want to add more character? Add vintage pieces as accents!
  
• Vintage and retro-inspired pieces are great for adding some uniqueness to your industrial space without taking away from the overall tone of the room. These pieces can definitely feel out of place when overdone, but just a few can really transform the space for the better!