Loft style is a design direction that originated at the end of the 20th century. Living space is designed through the conversion of buildings in an industrial zone or attic (basement) premises. The loft style gained its popularity in the 50s of the last century, making industrial districts a real fashionable place where the entire elite and aristocracy like to spend time.
In the loft interior, modern chic is successfully combined with details from the past
Loft-style hallways can often be found in apartments and houses of creative people or those who simply love art. As a rule, this style requires a large space, however, it can increasingly be found in small rooms.
Loft hallway in Khrushchev building
Considering the small area of such a hallway, light colors should be a priority.
A loft-style hallway in a Khrushchev-era building is somewhat different from a private house, mainly due to its small shape. In such a hallway you cannot place chairs and a table or a sofa. In addition, most corridors have a narrow and elongated shape.
You can select one wall for brick finishing, it is advisable to paint the rest in light shades
In order for a loft-style hallway to look advantageous even in a small corridor of an apartment in a Khrushchev-era building, its boundaries should be visually enlarged. So, you can get rid of some doors leading to the living room or kitchen, for example. The room will look larger if the doorway is not made standard rectangular, but in the shape of an arch, which allows you to erase the boundaries and visually combine the hallway with another room.
Bright hallway in the spirit of a loft - minimal furniture, plastered walls and ash flooring
Mirrors will also help expand the space in the hallway, as they will visually make the room deeper. To do this, you can hang a large mirror sheet on the wall, or make doors or cabinet doors as such.
In a small hallway, a built-in mirror cabinet will come in handy
Loft style: interior features
This trend officially appeared relatively recently and is considered one of the “young” ones, although the idea itself originates from the middle of the last century. The definition of style corresponds to its meaning (from the English loft - attic), since the peculiarity is the design of the room in a real “attic” form.
The unobtrusive color scheme does not clutter the interior, giving a feeling of free space
Brickwork, wooden beams protruding when installing the ceiling, tiles and a minimum of furniture - all this distinguishes the loft from other styles. Shop columns (or their imitations) can also serve as decorative and finishing elements, and the combination of ultra-modern technology with “old”-looking finishes looks good as an interior “highlight.”
The distinctive features of the loft style include:
- open plan. This means that there should be a minimum of partitions, and the role of delimiters is played by combining different finishes (for example, where the hallway ends, you can lay tiles and combine them with laminate or linoleum);
- "industrial" in the interior. This includes finishing, decorative elements, and various interior items (for example, in narrow corridors you can use a steel coat hanger instead of arranging a wardrobe);
- a combination of antique and modern items. The most striking contrast can be the brickwork and modern lamps, plaster on the walls and an umbrella stand. You can also use glass (for example, glass inserts - of course, where they would be appropriate in the decoration).
Note: in small hallways the loft style will be the best option, because it carries the features of minimalism. In addition, the absence of partitions and the design of walls and floors in light colors will only add light to the room.
The style also implies such interior elements as non-standard details: posters, road signs, graffiti and even some neglect in the design concept (peeling plaster, crumbling brick or shabby wooden walls).
The bright accents here are one of the walls, paintings and flooring - these colorful spots refresh the overall look of the interior
The wall cladding will be closer to the loft style, the more realistic and shabby the finishing material is selected. Below are the advantages and disadvantages of the style, summarized in Table 1.
Table: pros and cons of interior details in the loft style
Style details | pros | Minuses |
Finishing | Any type of “budget” finish is suitable: plaster, brick, clinker tiles, wood | Certain types of finishes can become expensive (eg clinker) |
Furniture | Minimalism in furniture (minimum shelves, discreet design of cabinets, shoe boxes, modesty in the choice of details) | Only plastic, steel or wood are suitable, less often - glass inserts. The listed materials should not be anyone’s imitation (for example, natural stone) |
Color combinations | Possibility of using bright “spots” (colorful graffiti, paintings) | Restraint, manifested in a small range of color combinations (only light colors, shades of beige, light brown or black) |
Interior details | You can use anything, from souvenir trinkets to umbrella stands, old key holders, cast iron coat hangers | The need to maintain the style direction, leading to the fact that it is impossible to introduce something new into the interior that “stands out” from the style |
Loft hallway in a private house
In a private house, things are much simpler. A large space makes it possible to dream up your imagination and realize the most daring ideas. Often, in private houses, the corridor is made in a square shape, which allows it to smoothly flow into the main hall.
The entrance area of a loft-style country house is a spacious hall with a minimum of decorations
It is in spacious rooms that loft is best realized
As a rule, a loft-style hallway is a continuation of the living room, therefore, it is advisable to keep both of these rooms in the same style. For a smooth transition, it is necessary to erase the boundaries between the two rooms. The effect should be created as if they smoothly flow into each other. This means that both the hallway and the living room must be identical in style, otherwise the whole meaning of the loft design will be lost.
What materials are used
The advantage of this type of decoration is the ability to simultaneously use expensive natural and modest budget materials.
Main types of building materials and products:
- natural stone;
- organic and inorganic binders;
- forest;
- metal.
It doesn’t matter what type they are - the decisive role is played by quality and combination with each other. The development of the latest technologies has ensured the emergence of non-standard approaches to creating unique stylistic images of residential premises. Along with convenience and comfort came the alternative of mixing different artistic principles.
Plaster is combined with glass, stone with metal, the presence of furnishings is minimal, factory lighting fixtures and mirrors are in expensive frames. All this provides an aesthetic perception of the living space and helps designers create a harmonious, integral image of the room.
Walls
Ideally, the walls should be brick or with peeling plaster, but this is a thing of the last century. Interior design has come a long way and is able to offer many more options.
Wall materials include:
- decorative plaster;
- facing brick;
- glass profile;
- glass block;
- universal stone;
- clinker;
- wallpaper;
- lining.
Stripping the wall of its top layers and decorating it with stone or brickwork decoration is the main technique in the design of a loft-style corridor. The more shabby the wall is, the closer it is to its original origin.
Glass blocks are inserted into the adjacent bathroom partition, allowing natural light to enter. The modesty of such walls is compensated by wall lamps with candelabra, graffiti and retro posters.
Floor
The choice of flooring is influenced by several factors: the number of people living, the presence of children and animals in the apartment. Of course, practicality and durability are also taken into account.
Usually, strollers, bicycles and wet umbrellas are left in the corridor - the atmospheric precipitation gradually destroys the flooring.
Recommended coatings:
- made of wood;
- carpet;
- waterproof laminate;
- stylized linoleum;
- ceramic tile;
- natural and artificial stone;
- Self-leveling floors.
The choice of materials is wide and multifaceted, allowing you to combine several types into a single harmonious whole. Helps to connect the incompatible - artistic and industrial design.
Floorboards made from natural wood create the illusion of unity with nature, but require special care. Self-leveling and tiled floors are easy to maintain and durable, but gloomy and cold. Therefore, very often the floor in the area of the front door is laid with porcelain stoneware, and the rest with laminate or carpet.
Ceiling
The word “loft” translates to “attic,” so it implies that the ceilings are high and raw, with exposed beams and ceilings. From the factory past there are suspended metal structures, exposed ventilation and electrical wiring.
For stylized design, you can use the following materials:
- ceiling tiles;
- suspended or suspended ceiling;
- wooden vaults;
- metal pipes.
In fact, not as much attention is paid to the ceiling as to lighting or furniture. You can leave it in its original concrete form, “diluting” it with wooden beams, which will undoubtedly resemble an attic space.
Features of Loft interior
The main distinctive feature of the loft style is that no excesses are allowed here: nothing superfluous. Such a design should combine modern technologies and elements of classic finishes.
A minimum of unnecessary details is the basic rule of a loft interior
The loft hallway differs from others in its minimalism: as few partitions as possible, high ceilings, lack of excessive decor, simple but stylish wall decoration. No wallpaper, unless it imitates brick. Ideally, in this design, the walls are simply painted, decorative plaster is applied, or the same brick is laid out. The space of the room is zoned with furniture, and chrome is visible in the decorative elements.
Loft in a modern design is essentially chic disguised as creative negligence
Also in the loft design, wood, granite chips and other natural materials are allowed. At first glance, the finishes of this style seem dry and cold, however, with the right approach, you can make the interior cozy, interesting and unique.
Loft allows the use of wooden elements - painted, stained or artificially aged
Can a loft hallway be cozy?
Loft design has been popular in recent years, often used in the design of apartments, houses, and offices.
Although an industrial-style apartment has a strict design, there are techniques that can help make the interior warmer, giving it a unique, cozy atmosphere. Contrary to appearances, industrial style does not necessarily mean that the interior looks harsh and cold. It is enough to add some elements that enliven and warm up the room. The most typical material for industrial styling is brick or its imitation. Although brick is considered extremely heavy and raw, skillfully used in the design of an apartment it gives the interior a unique character. If you combine brick with other materials correctly, you can achieve a warm, cozy environment with a natural, friendly atmosphere.
If you want the hallway not to look too harsh and cold, you can add furniture with wooden elements that perfectly match the mood of an industrial apartment, making the interior cozy and beautiful.
For a room decorated in an industrial style, the ideal solution is a combination of brick, wood, metal, and glass. The combination of a number of contrasting materials works great in an industrial interior. Then you should provide sufficient lighting, add accessories:
- paintings,
- lamps,
- carpets.
This way the hallway will acquire a unique character without losing its unique style!
How to use color contrast
The main colors of the loft style are brick, shades of wood, grey, white, black and beige. Naturally, they are not contrasting, but smooth and soft. However, to make the interior more interesting and extraordinary, you can add some bright accents to it.
Contrasting hallway in which loft elements are combined with white walls in a Scandinavian style
So, the loft hallway will look very lively if you add some indoor plants. Firstly, it will add a bright green color to the color palette, which goes well with the main shades of the design, and secondly, it will make the room less “cold”.
Small but very stylish hallway with plants located in wall niches
Contrasting colors on chrome surfaces or textiles will also help make the hallway more comfortable. A yellow pouf, which will be comfortable to put on shoes, or a bright chrome lamp will add warmth to the room.
To give the room a more homely atmosphere, it is better to use a warm palette, in particular colors such as yellow, orange, and red. However, blue, purple and others can be used as a bright accent color, depending on the preferences of the owner of the room.
Elements that can be used in contrast:
- Cabinet doors, entrance doors, door handles.
- Furniture (chair upholstery, table, open shelves, pouf, hangers, etc.).
- Decorative elements (paintings, photo frames, flower pots, figurines).
- Lighting fixtures (chandelier, lamps, floor lamps, light bulbs).
In any case, bright contrasting colors will help diversify the room, give it some zest and make it more interesting and sophisticated.
A slate board in the hallway is a decor whose contents can be changed whenever you want
Loft hallway design
When thinking about a loft, one imagines a tall, spacious interior, with huge windows, black metal, a brick wall, and exposed pipes. How to implement a loft ambiance in a city apartment? Let's look at some interesting offers.
With a brick wall
A popular solution for decorating walls in an industrial style is red brick. The brick wall effect is achieved in several ways:
- wall decoration with natural red brick,
- using ceramic tiles imitating brick,
- Wallpaper, photo wallpaper, naturally imitating brickwork.
Design of a hallway with a brick wall, decorated in a loft style, photo
A white entryway with an industrial feel looks beautiful with a white brick wall. A brick wall in milky white color makes the interior visually more spacious. The feeling of spaciousness is emphasized by a swarm of light bulbs on long cords hanging from the ceiling of what looks like an old building.
Concrete wall
The history of industrial style has evolved over the years. Today there are many varieties of design that fit the loft style of the interior. It would seem that the loft is inextricably linked with the old red brick wall. However, today a loft interior does not necessarily mean the presence of brick. There are other ways to add character to a room. For example, a concrete wall. This option can be implemented using:
- special panels imitating concrete,
- wallpaper, photo wallpaper,
- ordinary wet plaster,
- paint that imitates concrete.
Small hallway with a concrete wall in a loft style, photo
Decorative painting of walls
Concrete is the undisputed king of the modern industrial space! Designers have fallen in love with concrete surfaces. The effect of concrete on the wall can be achieved using decorative painting - this is an effect reminiscent of raw concrete with characteristic color changes. Decorative painting of walls allows you to achieve various intriguing effects:
- concrete surface,
- walls with a texture reminiscent of formwork,
- brick walls,
- steel formwork effect.
An extremely interesting effect on a concrete wall can be achieved using:
- rubber stamp (if you need to imitate formwork marks),
- spirit level and stylus (if you want the effect of steel formwork).
Depending on your preference, you can choose a dark, crisp color or a light, neutral tone.
Furniture
Furniture for a loft hallway should be strict, rough, made of:
- wood - aged, untreated, painted;
- metal
Light and saturated colors should be avoided if possible.
A smart solution for optically expanding the space of small hallways is the skillful use of mirrors. The mirror frame is selected to match the interior design, from:
- raw unpainted wood,
- metal and rivets.
Floor mirror in the hallway, photo
Modern forms of furniture with smooth surfaces look great in interior design with a loft nature - with brick walls, floors with old boards. Industrial interior design, despite appearances, requires precision.
Hallway wardrobes in the loft corridor, photo
The decoration of the room will be:
- stylish chair,
- a chair with an interesting design,
- antique nightstand,
- chest of drawers from grandma's attic.
At flea markets and warehouses of old factories you can buy:
- colorful wardrobe,
- bookcase,
- a row of reclining chairs from an old cinema.
Spectacular furniture - metal cabinet, stylish chairs, photo
Loft furniture can be bought in a store; these are quite simple pieces of furniture in shape. Typically the furniture has a metal frame with boxes and several wooden or metal shelves. The real decoration of the interior will be:
- iron shelves,
- antique chests,
- bookcases,
- stylish hangers.
An interesting solution is wooden chests of drawers with an aged surface, cabinet fronts painted in different colors, imitating aged paint. Some effects are obtained through patination, artificial aging of the surface.
Fans of industrial style should bet on furniture with soul, which can be found at flea market sellers, and skillfully updated. It is popular to use materials that are given a second life, such as wooden pallets. The simpler the designs, the easier it is to achieve the effect of extreme minimalism so valued in industrial design.
Additional advantages of interior in industrial design:
- relatively low price of unique furniture,
- the pleasure of creating some decorative items with your own hands, if you have the appropriate skills.
Furniture made from wooden pallets, boxes, made by yourself, photo
Wooden doors on metal rails, reminiscent of factory gates, in combination with wooden furniture, perhaps made by hand from pallets, will give the room a special atmosphere and a unique look.
Lighting, metal additives, accessories
Loft style interiors include visible pipes and feature lighting. Lamps reminiscent of lamps from old factories will add character to a stylish space.
Additives and accessories will highlight the creative nature of the interior, however, they should be used in moderation. There must be metal in the room - on accessories, lamps, railings, ceilings, furniture. It is metal that plays the first violin in loft design.
Lamps made from steel or aluminum pipes look impressive, reminiscent of lamps from a factory floor. Traditional window decor - curtains, curtains - does not work in the industrial style. You can protect your windows by choosing simple blinds and roller blinds.
Flooring
The floor should be kept in minimalist colors, like the rest of the room. A polished concrete surface is ideal. The floor in the hallway can be covered with:
- boards;
- wood-effect tiles imitating old boards;
- floor tiles imitating sheets of metal, aged wood, concrete.
The floor should look like it is made of rough planks or metal with rivets.
Conclusion
Industrial interiors create an intriguing compromise between raw, post-industrial design and functional, modern solutions. It came in the 90s directly from abroad, its charming original shapes won the hearts of designers. Today, an industrial climate can easily be realized in the interior of a city apartment or house.
Industrial interior design is intended mainly for young, dynamic people who have the time to patiently search for materials for decoration and interior items or create stylish accessories with their own hands.
Choosing a floor covering
The opinion that flooring is not important when developing the design of a room is fundamentally incorrect. Its correct selection is just as necessary for creating an interior as the choice of furniture and wall decoration. It is important to find not only an aesthetically attractive option, but also a practical one, since the floor in the hallway is tested for strength more often than in other rooms. Heels, dust, dirty or wet shoes and detergents contribute to rapid wear of the flooring in the hallway.
The floor must be strong, expensive and natural
Both from the point of view of ease of use, and from the point of view of aesthetics and combination with design, the following materials are perfect:
- Ceramic tiles for laminate. Fits perfectly into the style. Due to its similarity to wood, it adds warmth and comfort.
- Porcelain tiles. More durable than tiles due to processing at very high temperatures during production. Durable and looks more sophisticated than other flooring options.
- Linoleum. The most budget option. It is practical to use, has a wide range of colors, allowing it to fit into any style and any color scheme. Easily replaced if necessary. The downside is that it doesn’t like moisture and dirt. Also, it is capable of tearing.
- Laminate. This flooring makes the room less rough, however, just like linoleum, it can quickly become unusable due to moisture, which it easily absorbs, and dirt applied from the street.
Linoleum is the least suitable, but wood, parquet, ceramics or self-leveling flooring are definitely “yes”
Manufacturing materials
The raw materials used for the production of loft-style cabinets differ little from the list of standard materials. Wooden laminated chipboard or MDF boards are a traditional set of materials for the manufacture of cabinet furniture. Another thing is the external design of the facades.
Let's take a closer look at the popular options for finishing cabinet doors:
- wood - this raw material is used only in combination with other materials. If you use one tree for the facades, they will look like a modern classic style. To achieve an industrial feel, wood painted in different colors is used. It is combined with mirrors and plastic;
- metal - it is better to use this material in moderation: if you get carried away with such textures, you will get a high-tech style. Elements and metal inserts on the cabinet fronts will blend harmoniously with the surrounding finish. To increase the effect, designers suggest additionally using metal decor on the doors;
- imitation brickwork - brick is considered the main accent of a loft. It is not necessary to design all the doors in this way: if one compartment door is made in imitation brick, and the other in wood, you will get an original facade;
- mirrored facades - a mirror will visually enlarge the boundaries of the room, which is what the loft style requires. Use more of these planes to decorate small spaces;
- glass will be an excellent replacement for traditional wooden facades. You should not use material with a sandblasted pattern - it will be too modern.
Glass surfaces can be used as a partition for zoning a room. In this case, give preference to tempered glass.
Selection and arrangement of furniture
It was previously said that one of the main features of the loft style is minimalism. This rule also applies to furniture. At the same time, it should be as functional as possible.
An industrial hallway should have a hanger on which you can hang a jacket or umbrella. Simple open models are best
A loft hallway is not complete without a mirror. Firstly, it will visually enlarge the space and add light, and secondly, a mirror is an important element of modern interior design.
The loft loves contrasts, so here you can find both a comfortable chair with leather upholstery and a wooden bench with a rough finish
For a loft-style hallway, furniture made of wood or plastic is most suitable. It should be simple and no frills. This design is also characterized by the merging of furniture with wall decoration in color.
Small poufs do not clutter up the interior, and their internal space can be used for storing things
Do not overload the room with bright furniture. This is completely uncharacteristic of the loft style. There shouldn't be too many accents.
Furniture made from natural materials is ideal. Also, excessive pretentiousness and bulkiness should be avoided. Open shelves and hangers are also an integral element of the loft style.
Each piece of furniture must be in its place and serve exactly its purpose.
Furniture
When arranging the hallway, use simple and not too pretentious furniture, without unnecessary decorative elements. The corridor is mainly furnished with wooden or plastic objects. A spacious room is equipped with a spacious wardrobe for outerwear, and for a small room they prefer to install a chest of drawers and shelves for shoes.
In the photo, the built-in wardrobe provides a lot of storage space, and the chest of drawers with a mirror emphasizes the brutality of the entire hallway design.
Sometimes the hallway is complemented with a small sofa, armchair or ottoman with natural leather or textile upholstery. Products on wheels are very convenient and mobile.
A functional detail of the loft interior will be a floor box with a seat. The design does not take up much usable space and, thanks to a special compartment, organizes convenient storage of various things.
An original element of a loft-style room will be a floor-mounted vintage clothes hanger.
Furniture with rectangular outlines, as well as items decorated with handmade elements, will fit most harmoniously into the decor of the hallway. For a loft-style corridor, it is not advisable to choose furniture designs in bright colors, which will disrupt the calm atmosphere.
The photo shows the interior of a hallway with a wooden chest of drawers, the walls are decorated with brickwork in gray tones.
Decorative design
For the hallway, as for any other room, accessories and decor should be selected carefully. The main purpose of these elements is that they should emphasize and remind of where the loft style originates.
Stylish lamps on colored wires - suitable decor for the hallway
A hint of industrialism can be given by the inscriptions “Enter” / “Exit”, light bulbs, black and white paintings or photos, and the like. Any antique items, be it large mirrors with plaque stains, vinyl records, pipes with decorative rust, will also fit perfectly into the interior.
In order not to turn elegance into bad taste, it is necessary to carefully select each decorative element
Where is the best place to place it?
The correct arrangement of cabinets in an apartment with this interior will help emphasize the features of the style.
Pay attention to the following nuances when planning a place for furniture:
- It is better to place a cabinet for a loft-style kitchen along a short wall; opposite it is a bar counter or a massive wooden table for dining;
- in the interior of the living room, you should not clutter the room with a tall cabinet - it is better to install it opposite the sofa;
- For the bedroom, choose models with a large mirror surface - it will help expand the space visually;
- For a bathroom, a small loft-style cabinet is suitable - it is placed near the sink and bath accessories are stored inside;
- a loft-style children's room requires a minimum of furniture, but the closet will come in handy: if you place it in front of the window, you can randomly scatter soft chairs around;
- For the hallway, a sliding wardrobe is necessary - it can be hidden in a niche, framing the facades with imitation white brick.
Hallway
The most obvious and predictable option is installation in the hallway. The corridor is what all guests see first. Therefore, it should also be beautifully designed. The loft-style hallway looks stylish and modern. A massive wardrobe would be appropriate in it. Stylists advise giving preference to furniture with strict shapes, made of rough material.
The hallway, as a rule, is small in size. Therefore, it is better not to install a massive cabinet there. Choose a compact built-in version or a coupe. The structure installed in the hallway is convenient for storing outerwear and shoes. Once it's all neatly tucked away, you'll be able to save space.
As for the color scheme, it is better to choose neutral colors for the hallway - white, gray or brown.
In the bedroom
It is more convenient to store actively used clothes in the bedroom. There you can install different furniture options.
A compact freestanding cabinet is one of the most common options. There are even models equipped with wheels. The cabinet mounted on casters can be moved from place to place if necessary. It's convenient and practical.
A cabinet with a mirrored door also looks good. This is a convenient option because you can see yourself in full height. The appearance of such a product is also pleasantly pleasing, since it fits perfectly into a modern interior.
The depth of the closet that is installed in the bedroom, as a rule, does not exceed 40 centimeters. This is enough to store most of the most necessary things. A similar two-door wardrobe can easily be placed in any room.
Living room
You can install a stylish loft-style bookcase in the living room. Such furniture will not only be a good storage for your books, but also a stylish addition to the interior. Its showcase can be decorated with all kinds of souvenirs, figurines and other details.
Wall decoration
When it comes to a loft-style hallway, you should forget about wallpaper once and for all. They are completely uncharacteristic of this design. Among the materials for wall decoration in such an interior, the following should be highlighted:
- Wooden boards. Gives the room warmth and comfort.
- Brick finish. Both standard shades and gray or white are suitable. Give the room a.
- Plaster. Preferably matte. Will add a touch of brutality to the room. It will look more interesting if you draw characteristic streaks on it.
Metal on the hallway wall is a bold and very unusual solution, completely in the spirit of a loft
Finishing: tips for choosing materials and colors
We have already spoken above about decorating the hallway with brick or plaster, and the aesthetic function of these finishing materials can hardly be underestimated. But what about those who count every penny? Then you can use less expensive options, such as wallpaper or simple painting in a matching color.
Note: you can use either non-woven or vinyl wallpaper. By the way, the latter will look great in the form of small bricks with sconces.
In addition, when choosing decoration for the hallway, you also need to decide on such points as:
- Shape and area of the room
- Location in the apartment
- General style of the apartment's interior
If everything is clear with the first and last statements, then for the second a reasonable question arises: how could there be a hallway somewhere in the middle of the apartment? Maybe if it’s not just an entrance hall, but a passage corridor. Of course, in this case, you will have to take into account both the level of traffic and the level of dirt, and based on these points, select the type of finish. Another important point when choosing a finish is the presence of a window opening (although this applies for the most part to houses and passage corridors with windows). If there is a window in the corridor that looks out not into the apartment/house, but onto the street, then it makes sense to consider not only the light colors of the wallpaper, but also the decoration of the walls and floors in general.
As for color schemes, everything remains only at the discretion of the apartment owner. Perhaps the only thing you should pay attention to is the color scheme of the chosen shade. Basically, “natural” colors are used to decorate a loft-style hallway - brick, wood, plaster. And it is advisable to even choose lighter wallpaper - in small hallways there should be as many light shades as possible.
Lighting rules
Like everything related to the loft style, the light in the hallway with such an interior should be extraordinary and functional.
I use any industrial design devices, spotlights and vintage products as lamps
This design is characterized by the use of several lighting sources at once. The following lighting options fit perfectly into the style:
- Pendant lamps. One of the most recognizable types of industrial design lighting. Their advantage lies not only in their originality, but also in functionality. You can easily adjust their height. In addition, they amaze with their diversity.
- Floor lamps, or, in other words, floor lamps. This type of lamp gives a feeling of coziness and comfort. For loft design, floor lamps of various fancy shapes and brutal in texture are suitable.
- Magic light. Today, this type of lighting is very popular and is often used in almost every style. Fluorescent or LED lighting is perfect for a loft-style hallway. It gives the effect of light floating in the air. It looks very beautiful and interesting. In addition, such lighting visually increases the space of the room.
The darker the hallway decoration, the more lamps you will need for comfortable lighting.
How to choose a color scheme
Classic loft involves the use of colors such as:
Hallway design in loft style, made in white tones.
- White. The color is suitable for a small narrow hallway. They can be used to paint walls and ceilings.
- Grey. The shade of this color depends on the area of the room in which it is used. The smaller the hallway, the lighter the shade should be. Gray goes well with white. It can be used for artificial aging.
- Brick. The color can be used in any size room. But, if the hallway is too small, you need to take care of good lighting to make it look more comfortable.
Black color is also used in design projects. However, its use should be insignificant, since pure black was practically not used in industrial premises.
Color contrast
Bright color is considered a departure from the classic loft, but its presence enlivens the interior. When using contrasts, you must adhere to two main rules:
- There is only one bright color. It may not be a shade of the main tone. For example, if the hallway is painted light gray, the shade of the door will be dark gray or bright orange.
- It is advisable to use small accessories in a color chosen as a contrast. This could be posters or a clothes hanger.
Loft style with a brick wall in the interior
Popular loft style colors for 2020 are turquoise, emerald and mint shades, as well as golden chrome. However, the loft style will not change its basic colors, such as red, mustard, white, gray and brown. Also, trends for 2020 include copper and brass, geometric patterns. The 2020 trend for dusty shades such as spicy honey, powdery rose, and dusty sulfur will be on trend for another year.
The color of the brickwork can be any depending on the size of the hallway and lighting
The loft style combines simplicity and minimalism. The main concept of this style is a harmonious and smooth combination of old and new, rough and soft, brutal and cozy, warm and cold. The details of the room with a loft design are designed as simply as possible, but at the same time creatively, and are also distinguished by their functionality. It is ideal for creative people looking for functionality.