Loft-style apartment interior: 215+ Design photos of unlimited space for Self-expression

Do you like the loft style in the interior? Photos designer lofts cause delight? Then decide and create a cozy space.

Actual industrial design in the interiors of lofts appeared relatively recently. It is found in converted office or residential premises. Initially, they were built as industrial facilities (warehouses, hangars, garages, etc.).

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Often in the urban style trim penthouses of elite high-rise buildings with access to the roof. Also for this purpose are abandoned buildings with ceilings from 4 meters, large windows and a spacious layout without partitions.

Loft in the interior

Loft in the interior

Designers turned uncomfortable buildings into comfortable studios. Where it is possible to receive guests, to carry out perfomens, to equip comfortable corners for creativity and rest.

In the origins of the appearance

The first loft apartment appeared in the 50s in the United States, during the crisis. It all began at a time when many entrepreneurs were forced to move their production out of the city due to high rent. Uninhabited, abandoned attics, printing houses and workshops of the production area began to be removed by people of creative professions. Large areas with six meters ceilings suitable for organizing showrooms or workshops.

The first loft apartment appeared in the 50s in the USA

The first loft apartment appeared in the 50s in the USA

Artists, architects and other owners of such "apartments" did not pay attention to the interior. They just needed a place to work, hold exhibitions and events. Therefore, in the arrangement, they often left walls, floors, and ceilings without finishing.

Inside, only the necessary furniture. The lack of decor was filled with copyrighted works of art. Gray concrete, brick or the walls lined with boards served as the basis (exhibition stand) on which art objects looked good. And large windows together with high ceilings made the room quite bright and spacious.

Actual industrial design in the interior

Actual industrial design in the interior

Over time, these studios began to be used as residential apartments. For this they were equipped:

  • a bathroom. The only area that was closed by partitions or walls;
  • cooking zone. Kitchen often fit in one corner of the room. It consisted of a small corner headset, bar counter therefore took up minimal space;
  • a place to rest.

Lofts were in demand among bohemians, as well as young people who appreciate minimalism in the interior.

For this style, suitable buildings with ceilings from 4 meters, large windows and a spacious layout without partitions

For this style, suitable buildings with ceilings from 4 meters, large windows and a spacious layout without partitions

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What is the difference?

From English loft translates literally as: "dovecot", "attic". Now so called spacious rooms without partitions with a minimalist design in the style of industrial. Although this interior resembles the upper floor of an industrial building, it still attracts with its original ideas and comfort.

Minimalist industrial-style room without partitions

Minimalist industrial-style room without partitions

Now Lofts will learn thanks to features such as:

  • openness of space;
  • high ceilings with beams;
  • panoramic or just big window;
  • brick or concrete walls without plaster;
  • cement or wood floor;
  • unclosed vent or water pipes;
  • dominance white colors in the finish;
  • designer functional furniture.

But still the main feature of modern loft is the originality of the idea, because Art is one of the main components of such interiors. Cope with this role:

  • art canvases;
  • author's sculptures from different materials;
  • pin-up posters;
  • vintage furniture.

As well as other objects of classical art, which go back to modernism, should be present in the interior.

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What should be the living room?

If you are lucky and you own apartments with high ceilings and open layoutthen you can easily create a comfortable loft. For this you need to spend a little time and effort. And all because the basis for the interior you are almost ready, and it only needs to be supplemented with furniture and decor. Living room must:

  • Combine different architectural solutions. The interior should combine elements of antiquity and innovative solutions. Old antique furniture and modern appliances. Exquisite decor and lack of decoration on surfaces, etc.
  • Be performed predominantly in light shades.

  • Have mixed lighting. The lack of curtains on large windows and many different types of lighting make the living room quite bright.
  • Ceilings up to 6 meters high allow you to create two-level structures with by stairs. On the second floor in the living room you can arrange a recreation area or a bed.
  • Have comfortable large furniture with a modern or classic design.

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The walls and ceilings of the living room must appear rough and unworked. If you are going to paint them, then take light shades.

Many people make a mistake and level up the walls before painting, and then apply textured plasters and other materials. This makes them uneven. If the walls are brick or concrete, then they can simply be covered with white or gray paint.

The floor in the living room can have any coating. Wooden parquet or planks, laminate, bulk or concrete.

Floor covered with carpet will be misplaced. Also in the lofts do not use large outdoor carpets. It is better to replace them with natural sheepskin or skins.
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Furniture

Simple design and gigantic dimensions are the hallmarks of loft-style furniture. One of the central items in the living room is sofa. Unlike other furniture, it acts as a bright accent. Leather or textile upholstery should be uniform and rich. Black, red, white or gray - looks good in the interior of the loft.

Furniture acts as a bright accent.

Furniture acts as a bright accent.

You can not imagine a living room area and without audio and video. Big television It should be installed or mounted on the wall opposite the sofa. To do this, use the cabinet or brackets.

In the living room, which combines with the dining area, a large table. The design and size of the model should be selected in accordance with the dimensions of the room and other objects. Massive table top may be of different forms.This can be a saw cut of a thick tree trunk or several knocked down boards, which are attached to metal supports.

In the living room there are open racks of wood and metal, bulky pedestals, dressers, armchairs and hanging shelves.

Interesting design using swing

Interesting design using swing

Wooden furniture can have a beautiful design or, on the contrary, have a rough, slightly sloppy finish. There are also the author's items made from scrap materials. Models made of wood, leather, textiles, metal look more familiar, less often plastic, glass, etc. are used.
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Decor

Do not forget about the decor. Art objects are an indispensable part of living room design in the Loft style. Choose original items made from scrap materials or original works. The decor will serve:

  • big clock on the wall;
  • vases;
  • light fixtures different forms;
  • plaster or metal figurines;
  • paintings;
  • posters.

Loft-style apartment interior: 215+ Design photos of unlimited space for Self-expression

Art objects are an indispensable part of Loft style living room design.

If you want to create a unique interior, then supplement it with designer or designer jewelry in the Loft style. They can be made or bought at flea markets for almost nothing.
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Bedroom interior

Bedroom It is considered the most comfortable place in the house and the seating area in the spacious Lofts is no exception. It can be protected by sliding partitions, and if the ceiling height permits, then simply move to the second floor. In this case, order or build yourself a comfortable staircase made of wood, metal, stone or concrete.

The walls in the bedroom with modern loft interior should be uneven and covered with white paint. This will visually expand the space and make it brighter.

The bedroom is the most comfortable place in the house.

The bedroom is the most comfortable place in the house.

From the furniture in the bedroom install:

  • Large comfortable bed. Model choose, depending on the size of the room. Often establish high functional beds with capacious niches under a berth. This saves space and makes the interior ergonomic. The bed can be made from scrap materials or have a refined design.
  • Open shelving. Such storage systems put in place bulky cabinets. They fit well into the interior and allow you to lay out decor, clothes, shoes, cosmetics on the shelves. At the same time, racks are used as objects for zoning a room. They are installed near a wall or in another convenient place.

  • Hinged shelves are found in different sizes, shapes and from different materials. On the shelves it is easy to lay out and store a home library, decorative figurines, vases, photo frames.
  • Thumbs Such items have a very unusual shape and concise design. As bedside tables used chests, rare luggage, designs made of wood or metal in the shape of the letter "P" and others.
  • Chairs. If there is a lot of space, install a comfortable and original armchair in the bedroom. The model can be made of different materials.

Choose a large comfortable bed

Choose a large comfortable bed

To make the interior look complete, take care of lighting and textiles. Create a comfortable intimate setting, you can use roller shutters, curtains or Roman curtains from monophonic coarse fabric. And in order to make the bedroom light and cozy, it is worthwhile to install chandeliers, lamps and lights.

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Fireplace

A fireplace will fill the bedroom with warmth and it will become more. Such a solution to appeal to all who do not like free planning. And it is not necessary to use this fireplace. You can install a false fireplace or make it imitation. The main thing is that it fits well into the interior in shape, color and size.

Fireplaces also look good in a recreation area or living room.
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Bathroom and bathroom no frills

Although it is not customary to divide lofts into separate rooms, this “rule” does not apply to bathrooms and the bathrooms rooms Often these rooms are closed with partitions of different materials.The most convenient location is the bathroom and restroom near the bedroom or zones recreation.

Bold bathroom solution

Bold bathroom solution

If the room has high ceilings, then in the bathrooms it is worthwhile to mount the panels and make the ceiling lower. It should be done so that the room does not resemble a well in form. Gray concrete or loose brick will look organically. Ceramic floor should be used. tile a design that resembles mosaic, stone or planks.

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If there are windows in the room, hang them. curtains or roller shutters. And to make it light, use at least two lamps or chandeliers.
Gray concrete or exposed brick will look organic

Gray concrete or exposed brick will look organic

To make the style of the room more expressive and bright walls should be left uneven. But for this, use textured ceramic tiles that mimic brickwork or a concrete wall.
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Mobile furniture

So that the interior does not seem empty, install original furniture in the bathroom. For example:

  • wooden bench;
  • low vintage cabinet;
  • shelving, hinged locker.

Original sink top

Original sink top

Such wooden furniture makes the living in the bathroom habitable and comfortable.

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Plumbing

In the bathroom and toilet lofts used in plumbing in style high tech. Often also found rare models with an unusual design.

Non-standard option

Non-standard option

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As a decor it is inappropriate to use trinkets in bathrooms and bathrooms. Exceptions are art objects.
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Loft-style kitchen

The Loft-style kitchen is distinguished by its rough wall decoration, ergonomic furniture, appliances, and layout. Often this is not a separate room, but one of the combined functional areas in a studio apartment. For the delimitation of this zone are used:

  • pieces of furniture;
  • backlight;
  • different types of wall decoration;
  • multi level floor.
Loft-style kitchen features a rough finish

Loft-style kitchen features a rough finish

Kitchen does not take a lot of place, but it convenient and ergonomic in use. This layout is suitable for active people. The ergonomic interior of the kitchen perfectly reflects this attitude and way of life.

The difference between such a zone is a concise design, the newest technology and ergonomic space. For the decoration of the walls of the room and the manufacture of furniture using different natural materials. This reduces the cost of repairs and creates a cozy atmosphere.

Usually this kitchen is combined with other rooms.

Usually this kitchen is combined with other rooms.

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Lighting

There should be several sources of lighting in the kitchen. In addition to daylight, there should be:

  • spotlight fixtures;
  • LED backlight;
  • chandeliers;
  • pendant or ceiling lights;
  • sconces or spots.

To make the space open and bright, make sure that the light from the window gets into the room. It does not curtain curtains or curtains, sometimes closed with shutters or blinds. To preserve privacy, use Roman blinds.

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Textile

Textiles in kitchens with modern loft interior are rarely used. Tables are not covered with a tablecloth, but if this is uncomfortable for you, then it is better to choose models from natural fabric with coarse fibers. It may be:

  • sackcloth;
  • homespun cloth;
  • linen;
  • matting, etc.

The material should be well combined in color with other objects.
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Kitchen apron

The wall near the stove, sink and desktop always get dirty quickly, and its surface must be washed frequently. To make the process easy it is worth using suitable materials for finishing. Kitchen apron can be in the form of:

  • masonry;
  • concrete;
  • wooden boards.

To make the process easy, you should use suitable materials for finishing.

To make the process easy, you should use suitable materials for finishing.

In this case, the wall is protected by a panel of transparent tempered glass. It will protect the apron from contamination and is easy to clean. But it is more practical to use for finishing ceramic tiles, made under concrete, brick or board.

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Set and other furniture

Headsets for the kitchen, choose the corner and functional. They should be solid, stylish and ergonomic. Often set the bar, which is also used for zoning. Chairs and pendant lights are selected for it. These items are made of wood, metal and stone.

In other embodiments, the stand can be replaced by island pedestals, which are used both as a dining table and as a place to store dishes.

Such models from the massif are well combined with other pieces of furniture, namely:

  • with lockers;
  • stools or chairs;
  • shelves.

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Decor

For the design of the kitchen, many designers choose paintings or sculptures of modern authors, create graffiti on one of the walls or attach posters made in the style of pin up. Author's sculptures made of metal or wood, a frame with photographs or items from a flea market look appropriate.

The technician should pick up made in a metal case or skillfully hide it behind metal, as well as wood panels. Refrigerator, dishwasher and other equipment skillfully masked slate self-adhesive.

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Hallway area

Equipping Loft, pay special attention to the zone the hallway. Since it is not marked with walls, take care to draw boundaries with functional furniture, multi-level floor walls or other stylistic elements.

Pay special attention to the hallway area.

Pay special attention to the hallway area.

The hallway should be done in light shades. The walls of the room are not aligned, but left textured. They can be painted if the surface is lined with bricks or tiled with tiles made for laying or concrete. The floor in the hallway can be wooden, self-leveling or covered with laminate.

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Furniture

The openness inherent in lofts does not allow to install bulky closets and dressers for clothes and shoes in the hallway. It is most appropriate to install open hangers and shelves for storage. Well in the hallway look open shelving.

As an exception, in spacious rooms, install built-in wardrobes with mirrored doors.

To lay out things, in the hallway above, open shelves are mounted that resemble shelves in train cars. And already they place roomy suitcases, boxes or baskets for storage.

The hallway should be done in light shades.

The hallway should be done in light shades.

Use open shelves at the bottom to store your seasonal shoes. They are mounted under the open hangers for clothes. The same models are suitable for storing accessories and tools for the care of clothing and footwear.

Shelves are made of wooden planks and metal profiles, as well as thick metal mesh with a chrome-plated or painted surface. In the hallway must be large mirror. The shape and size of the frame should fit into the interior.

Do not install bulky furniture in the hallway.

Do not install bulky furniture in the hallway.

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Loft style loft

Industrial aesthetics are particularly relevant in the decoration of the attic. The room under the roof of a multi-storey building made under the loft will appeal to young people and creative people.

In the decoration of the attic used the same stylistic techniques as for studios or small apartments. But it is necessary to take into account the feature of the room, namely the sloping ceiling. To properly use the space in this area, place a bed or furniture for storage there.

The presence of a large window allows you to organize a bright living room. Since the room should be bright, the curtains do not hang. On the window sills or racks near the window, place a lot of living plants. Green flowerpots and beautiful pots enliven the interior and serve as a bright accent.

In the attic living room area it is worthwhile to install a large corner sofa, and on the contrary to organize a video area with modern equipment.

The kitchen is better to install in the corner. To do this, they install a corner set, modern technology and complement it with a bar or island pedestal. If space permits, then next to it is to install a dining table.

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Industrial style chandeliers

Chandeliers for Lofts have an author's design and are made of the following materials:

  • metal;
  • tree;
  • glass;
  • ceramics;
  • plastic;
  • concrete, etc.

The design of the models surprises with unusual shapes. They are square, round, zigzag or resemble an irregular geometric shape.

There are also chandeliers from water pipes, hangers, glass jars, etc.The rooms use several types of lighting to make them brighter.. Pick up the chandeliers so that they look good together.

Design of models surprises with unusual shapes.

Design of models surprises with unusual shapes.

Suspended chandeliers on metal chains with adjustable height are used as one of the main sources of light. They can be fixed to the ceiling or beams and adjust the height.

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Choose design models of the original form.
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Curtains

Spacious and bright interiors saturated with the spirit of creativity and freedom can do without curtains and curtains. But in the bedroom or lounge there are classic curtains.

If there is a need to curtain the windows with curtains, then use curtains made of a single-color fabric with natural fibers. These can be linen, cotton or burlap-stitched models without patterns and patterns. As for the colors, they should be light and well combined with the style.

The most practical curtains will be gray, white or beige shades.

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Home decor and home decoration

In lofts do not use unnecessary items. Every detail is selected based on its functionality. This rule applies to the decor. Often the interiors are decorated with original works. Such art objects are made of scrap materials.

No extra items in lofts

No extra items in lofts

The style should demonstrate freedom and lack of any framework. Therefore, the interior may be objects with an unusual and bold design. Therefore, as a decor, they use things created with their own hands.

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Pallet furniture

Wooden pallets are used to make furniture. From them you can make:

1Luxury bed frame for bedroom

To make it need a few wood panels. If the bed is low, they should be placed on the floor in a single layer and fasten together. If you need a high bed, lay another one over the bottom layer and put them together. On top of the frame it is necessary to put a ready-made orthopedic mattress, pillows, bedding and a blanket or blanket.

Bed their pallet

Bed their pallet

2Corner sofa for the living room

The design of the pallet in the shape of the letter “G” and soft pillows are the basis of the sofa for the living room area. For production you will spend several wooden pallets, 4 meters of fabric, foam rubber roll and 3-4 hours of time. Pallets are easy to fix using self-tapping screws, and in order for the frame to look attractive, it must be painted with light shades.

Corner sofa from the pallet

Corner sofa from the pallet

3Low coffee table in the recreation area

For production will be enough one pallet. It is necessary to attach the swivel wheels of the support to it, and to mount the glass table top from above. Glass should choose hardened and shock resistant.

Mobile Coffee Table

Mobile Coffee Table

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We make lamps ourselves

Not everyone can make lamps by themselves, but everyone who is engaged in a little creativity can cope with lamp shades. For this you can use the available materials:

  • water pipes;
  • hangers;
  • glass jars;
  • wooden or metal objects;
  • textile.
The lamp that you can do yourself

The lamp that you can do yourself

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Original decor

The decoration in the lofts are completely unusual objects for interiors. It:

  • bicycles that are stored indoors on wall or ceiling hangers;
  • open clothes hangers made of water pipes;
  • floor hangers for clothes from felled young trees, without bark. Where each branch is a hook.
  • floor lamps made of metal;
  • interesting photos or collages with wooden frames;
  • snags;
  • designer furniture;
  • animal skins;
  • supports from a metal profile for flowerpots;
  • bedspreads, handmade rugs.

Such designer things with an unusual design will make the housing very attractive and unique.

If the loft was created in a residential building, and its area is large at that, the cost of such housing is quite high.

Loft style

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pros
  • Availability. Premises that were altered under the living room on the basis of abandoned workshops, printing houses and other industrial facilities, are sold relatively inexpensively.
  • Free layout. The lack of walls and partitions in the apartment or studio makes it very bright, spacious, which is a plus. After all, you can use all the free space.
  • Lofts can be used for different purposes. It can be comfortable apartments with a comfortable interior, spacious and bright offices, studios for dancing or other art, as well as even exhibition halls.
Minuses
  • Minimalistic interiors are not for everyone. Many there will be uncomfortable due to the lack of textiles, partitions and decor. This style does not like people who love luxury design.
  • It is difficult for families with children in such rooms: to create a cozy corner for everyone, to ensure intimacy.
  • High spacious rooms require a lot of finishing materials for sound and heat insulation. Therefore, they are impractical and expensive. Heating in the cold season such spacious apartments are not very profitable.
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