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Make your winter warmer with a Rustic Industrial interior

Snug simplicity + stripped-down sophistication = the ultimate cosy rustic industrial interior.

Pared-back style, raw textures, and uncomplicated comfort make this design trend a timeless choice, taking the natural warmth of a rustic interior and elevating it with the oh-so contemporary chic of an urban industrial space.

What is rustic industrial interior style?

The rustic industrial trend combines the cool, contemporary feel of industrial with the cosy warmth of a rustic interior, stripping your interior style back to basics with natural elements and super-soft textiles. Traditional rustic industrial interiors feature a raw, unfinished feel – think exposed beams, metal pipes, and red brick.

Our warmer winter take on the trend uses travel-inspired elements from exotic climates to inject a little bit of heat into the classic rustic industrial style. Luxury is paramount here, with touches of metallics set against natural, earthy hues and organic materials like marble and wood. Abstract patterns reminiscent of layered rock add an elevated yet down-to-earth feel that truly separates this trend from the rest.

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dark wood round sideboard with black handles

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6 ways to style a rustic industrial interior

Enticed by the allure of this pared-back, cosy finish? Strip down and style up with our top tips for implementing a rustic industrial interior.

1. Choose soft and simple shades

This trend is all about stripping back to basics – so it’s no surprise that simplicity takes centre stage in the colour scheme. Ground your palette in soft neutrals and gentle stone tones like taupe, pebble, and mushroom, then accent with spicy shades of reds and oranges for an exotic atmosphere, or pale pastels for a cool and fresh feel.

If your thing is cosy at all costs, lean on chocolate browns and dark walnut for warmth that doesn’t overwhelm, retaining the rustic feel with homely wooden charm rather than the cooler atmosphere of an urban city flat.

2. Get a feel for textures

You’d be forgiven for hearing industrial and picturing exposed structural elements, bright steel, and dark, moody brick. In truth, this rustic take on the industrial style highlights natural patina, with dark wood grain and textured stone at the forefront. For a warmer colour palette, splashes of metallic gold and bronze here and there add a luxury feel, complementing quilted textiles and thick rugs underfoot to keep things cosy even in the depths of a Northern Hemisphere winter.

3. Choose a statement-setting centrepiece

Amidst the quiet luxury of this indulgent trend, a soft yet striking centrepiece is a must. Statuesque, monolithic dining tables and chairs are wonderful for adding decadent drama that pairs seamlessly with the soft romance of quilted textiles, cosy corners, and frosted glass. Better still, choose a sofa with exposed wooden elements like Alani, promising plush indulgence and natural, stripped-back appeal in equal measure.

4. Mix modern and vintage

Rustic industrial is unique in its fusion of classic cosiness and contemporary, sleek lines, so it’s the perfect opportunity to mix old and new. Trying to shake up your style but too attached to your well-loved, solid oak coffee table? Not a problem in this trend – pair it with a sleek new fabric sofa to tick off modern and traditional. If you’re starting from scratch with all new pieces, accessorise with vintage touches passed down by family, or browse second-hand shops for smaller pieces of personality-packed furniture like side tables or lamps.

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5. Liven up your lighting

The easiest way to embrace any interior trend with natural elements is to fling open your curtains and let lots of light in. Floor-to-celing windows have become somewhat synonymous with the industrial style, thanks to scenes of sprawling urban apartments and modern, high-rise flats, so utilising your windows is a simple yet effective way to introduce that same atmosphere to your space. For a warmer feel, use light linens as drapes to give your room a softer glow, accompanied by amber glass lamps to take the cosiness up a notch.

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6. Dial up the luxe

A little bit of soft glam goes a long way in a rustic industrial space. Luxe doesn’t have to mean velvet, diamonds, and all things intense – instead, stick with natural textures and materials with a premium edge, like marble or brushed metal. Your finishing glam touches are where your colour palette becomes most important: if you chose a cooler rustic feel with pastels and greys, accent with light marble and silver metal, or reach for warm-toned golds and darker materials if your heart’s set on winter warmth.

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FAQs

What’s the difference between rustic and industrial interior design?

While two distinct styles, rustic and industrial interiors share similarities that make them a striking yet snug combination.

Rustic interiors feature natural elements, like stone furnishings and wooden pieces with knots and grain, that effortlessly make a space cosy and grounded. Industrial design, on the other hand, creates a cool and contemporary feel by exposing structural elements such as pipes and bricks, for an unrefined, authentic finish.

What is rustic interior design?

Like rustic industrial interior design, rustic interior style uses natural materials, inviting textiles, and distressed elements to create a comfortable space. You might see a rustic interior in a classic countryside cottage, combining romantic soft furnishings with antique wooden pieces, or in a minimalist apartment, where unrefined stone and lofty exposed beams take centre stage.

How to get a rustic industrial look interior

If you’re enamored by the appeal of a rustic industrial interior, start by choosing pieces of furniture with a raw, unrefined finish – think rugged wood or black metal coffee tables, rather than sleek and polished marble or veneer. Complement your furniture with a soft, neutral colour palette and rugs and throws aplenty to add a bit of texture, then hunt for striking accent pieces that harness natural elements to tie your space together.