The rustic industrial kitchen – sounds like a paradox, right? Sure, but when you break it down, it is an elegantly practical design that is perfect for modern Aussie homes. It is the perfect blend of industrial and natural elements. It combines production-practicality with the earthy warmth of the natural world. It’s the dream combination of modern utilitarianism with timeless welcome that makes the rustic industrial design perfect for Aussie kitchen remodels!
So, how do you create this design for your space? And what materials will be needed to ensure you create a charming, warm design that optimises industrial practicality?
Let’s find out below:
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1. Start with metal
Metal – the ultimate industrial material – must play a key role in your rustic industrial design. Metal is what will give the space its industrial modernity whilst incorporating accents and decor that will last many big nights of cooking.
So, you should consider using metal accents and decor like elegant black kitchen handles, cabinets and even industrial-style artwork for your remodel. This will give your space that warehouse-style design whilst leaving plenty of room for the rustic elements to provide their warm welcome!
2. Speaking of the rustic elements
Rustic elements are the exact opposite of what would fall under the industrial category. And this, after all, is the beauty of the apparently-paradoxical rustic industrial design – combining modern practicality with timeless warmth. You want to find a harmonious balance between the two so that it really gives off that elegantly comfortable vibe.
To do this, opt for natural materials for your beams, countertops, ceilings, tables and more. There are no prizes for guessing what is the optimal natural material for completing the look – wood, obviously! Wood, alongside the likes of jute, rattan and wicker, are some of the best materials to balance out the steels and metals that are going to be used for other design elements.
3. Don’t forget brick & concrete
Brick and concrete are perfect for rustic industrial designs as they can really fall under both categories. After all, both bricks and concrete comprise natural materials like clay, gravel and sand that are then combined through an industrial process.
Therefore, both materials are perfect for your remodel, and the natural element that will create are your kitchen walls. Brick and concrete walls look great in any setting, providing the perfect blend of modern elegance with a sense of comfort.
4. Industrial style lighting
The industrial side takes the prize when it comes to lighting your design. This is because using earthy materials for your lighting (such as jute light fixtures) just looks a bit incongruous in the overall design scheme. Therefore, industrial style lighting is perfect for completing this look of modern warmth.
The styles to consider include metal pendant lights, exposed light bulbs and even vintage light fixtures and lamps. All of these will work perfect for creating a lighting scheme that optimises the sense of cooking in a cosy converted warehouse.
5. Combine rustic & industrial for your finishes
You might like to incorporate aged, distressed and faded metals and woods in your design scheme. This is because they both give off the impression that your stunning new remodel has a few more years under its belt (something which adds to the feeling of homely charm whilst maintaining that industrial chic).
Aged, distressed and faded finishes are simply perfect for finishing off what is sure to be a beautiful remodel for your Aussie kitchen!
