At The Idealist, we’re always searching for new and distinctive looks. Right now we love the vogue for industrial chic.
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Large scale metal and wood pieces are perfect for loft-style living. But they also play well with many styles of decor. Industrial-style furniture and accessories can appear solidly bold or deceptively delicate, but they have an integrity and hand-made authenticity that contrasts nicely with contemporary shine and polish.
Not sure where to start? Look for pieces with distressed surfaces (that recall the factory floors of the early 20th century).
It can be hard to find these striking pieces on the high street. And they can be super expensive in antique stores. So we’ve done the heavy work and found some great and unique-looking industrial chic pieces online.
Our favourite industrial chic finds