How to create industrial inspired home office

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If you are about to recreate your home office or thinking of making a new one, an industrial style home office can be the perfect on-trend option. Neutral colour palette, appealing wood and metal combination, simple and functional aesthetics create a less distracting decor, which is a perfect environment for work.

Start with a colour

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First couple of things that come to mind when thinking about the industrial style are metal surfaces and uncovered bricks on the wall. Try to keep the rest of the interior of your home office as neutral as possible avoiding clutter created by the colours. Keeping your focus on bringing contrasting textures together is always a better idea, once you decide to go for this style. Introduce a rug and some comfortable seating to add some more visual interest without ruining balance.

Use concrete finishes

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Almost every industrial-inspired home office stands out by its concrete scheme. Concrete finishes are great to work with. No matter if you leave it matte or polish for a high gloss, it gives the space an appealing rustic look. Combining with wood elements and beautiful warm lighting can make the whole interior design softer and cosy.

Decor and necessary furnishing

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One of the most fascinating parts of an industrial inspired home office is its furnishing. Wood and metal combination bookcases, desks, DIY shelves and displaying cabinets will give your office a unique timeless look. Aside from that stylish appearance, furniture of steel and solid wood has low maintenance requirements and offers extreme durability. 

Another way to bring industrial architecture into your home office is to use artwork. Bold graphics and large wall murals, with some unusual repurposed items can add an extra character. The key to acing an industrial look is in making it feel like a glamorous factory setting. You may use some vintage photographs or parts of the factory machinery as a decor to boost the atmosphere inside your office.

Ensure the lights are on-theme

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As for the offices in general, natural light is the best proposition for a work environment. Industrial style is no exception as large windows are the best fit for a spacious factory inspired style office. But if there are no windows in the room it is necessary to know that most of the industrial style lighting is made of steel and consists of a combination of lamps and pendants. It is important to ensure that pendants are low hanging with wide shades. And of course, a beautiful metal desk lamp will give a perfect finish to your perfect industrial home office.