Industrial decorating style
Industrial style keeps the bones of a room visible — exposed material, worked metal, and a materials palette that looks like it could take a hit. It favours function over polish and raw surfaces over applied finish, with warmth arriving through leather, wood grain, and warm-toned bulbs rather than soft textiles. It reads as confident, and a little unfinished on purpose.
The Industrial palette
The full palette, free in full — every swatch named, with its hex value.
- Charcoal Iron #33312C
- Raw Concrete #A8A296
- Rust Patina #A24E2E
- Blackened Brass #6E5A34
Furniture categories to prioritize
A general overview of what to look for in this style — descriptive categories, never a retailer or brand.
Seating
Leather or waxed-canvas upholstery on an angular metal frame.
Lighting
Exposed-bulb fixtures or metal cage pendants.
Storage
Open metal shelving or pipe-frame units.
Textiles
Minimal — one worn leather or canvas throw, nothing printed.
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