The task of decorating an apartment is what excites many people when they think of giving their home a new look, and when this desire arises, research into styles and trends begins. One type that is on the rise is industrial decoration. This style has everything to do with environments that used to house work and are now home to people. Read on to understand the history of this inspiration.

Industrial decoration has very distinctive elements, and you don't have to buy an old building in the suburbs to recreate an atmosphere, you can include decorative items, coverings and colors that will bring the cool look to your home.

What is industrial decoration

The Industrial style of decoration refers to large, integrated environments in which the division of rooms is not the main characteristic of the space. Those who choose to decorate with this reference use elements that are reminiscent of old factories and that bring a rougher touch to the home, but without losing their charm.

The elements that make up industrial decoration are:

• Facing bricks;
• Cement texture on the floor or walls;
• Iron or copper pipes that are not covered;
• Rails for luminaires;
• Large central metal pendants;
• Neutral colors such as gray, black and white and a few solid-colored elements to make up the decor.

The secret to creating a well-made industrial decor is knowing how to balance the use of these elements with the size of the space, so it's worth looking for reference projects before you start designing your proposal.

How industrial decoration came about

Although it has become a trend in recent years, the industrial decorating style is nothing new. Between the 1930s and 1950s, New York City in the USA faced a major crisis. 

As a result, many factories closed and the large buildings began to be occupied by new residents. Without many resources to transform the rooms into "traditional" dwellings, the way forward was to make the environment as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

From this emerged an architectural movement in the 1950s that intensified the development of projects that would lead people to live in warehouses. And so, living with exposed brickwork and exposed pipes, the style began to win over new fans.

Learn how to apply industrial decor to your home

Now that you know the history of this style, which is somewhat reminiscent of a work in progress, you can choose the one that best suits your home. We've selected some tips to inspire you when choosing industrial decor.

The great thing about industrial decoration is that it breaks away from the perfectly planned style of everything, letting the more rustic and raw elements become part of the language of the room.

One of the most striking features of the industrial decorating style is the integrated spaces and elements reminiscent of a factory floor environment.

To create a balance, it's best to bring in plants and wood to warm up the room.

Industrial decor elements for your home

If you like the industrial style, but don't want to transform everything at once, you can gradually add this decoration to your home. Check out how to apply it:

Wall with burnt cement texture

This is a painting technique and is one of the characteristics that immediately brings to mind the industrial style. There are already many service providers qualified to do texturing. In addition, there are materials in paint stores that are ideal for putting the project into practice. If you like to get your hands dirty, there are even videos that teach you how to do it in the greatest style "do it yourself".

Lighting in the style of industrial decor

Lighting is one of the most important items in industrial decor. The more stylish and in keeping with the proposal, the better!

Wired pendants are a hit and you can combine different models.

Light rails are also totally in keeping with industrial decor, and you can start with them to bring the style to a living room, kitchen and even the bathroom.

Exposed brick wall

Walls with exposed brickwork are one of the great darlings of the style, since the origins of industrial decoration go back to New York buildings. But not everyone will be able to recreate this effect at home, which is exactly why there are coatings that recreate this visual sensation.

They can be in their original color, slightly painted or with worn parts. The choice will depend on your preference.

Vivendas decorated apartment brings the reference

Now that you know more about industrial decoration, you can start thinking about your project! 

In fact, the decorated apartment at Vivendas Home Club is very well done by the architect from Supera Urbanismo and could be an inspiration for you. "The choice of colors and materials is a direct reference to the industrial style. The textured, burnt-cement style wall in the living room has a counterpoint of delicate colors, such as the green chosen for the kitchen cabinetry. Everything was designed to balance the lightness of the colors and modern elements with the robustness of the concrete and black metals," says Maria Eduarda Brandão.