What's Your Style? Industrial.
Inspired by factories and warehouses, industrial-style bathrooms are simple, utilitarian spaces where raw materials and tough fixtures and finishes take center stage. Favoring practical, hard-wearing surfaces, industrial bathrooms find beauty in the way things work rather than in surface ornamentation.
Key features:
- Glass-and-steel shower enclosure
- Exposed raw materials like concrete, stainless steel, brick, and cinderblock.
- Trough and basin sinks
- White subway tile
- Hefty sliding doors
- Exposed pipes and gear-like hardware and faucets
- Minimal details
Color palette:
The raw materials used form the foundation of the color palette in an industrial-style bathroom, with an occasional pop of saturated color.
- Shades of gray. Cement gray, dove gray, slate, and charcoal
- Black and white. Architectural white and matte black
- Saturated colors. Rust orange, brick red, royal blue, and navy
Things you WILL find:
Glass-and-Steel Shower Enclosure
Black-framed shower doors made of aluminum or steel look stunning in industrial spaces. Repeat the black frame color with matte black shower fittings and cabinet hardware for a cohesive look. Enclosures can be complete, with hinged or sliding doors; or they can be made up of glass panels and have a doorless opening.
Freestanding Bathtub
A sturdy freestanding tub in black with visible rivets, makes a striking focal point for an industrial bathroom. Modern freestanding tubs in silver or white also work well.
Trough Sink
Trough and basin sinks are a perfect fit in industrial-style bathrooms. Look for trough sinks made of concrete, white fireclay, porcelain, or enameled cast iron.
Carefully Chosen Details
Exposed pipes and supply lines, gear-like hardware and faucets, filament-bulb light fixtures, and reclaimed-wood shelving are all good options.
Things You Won’t Find:
Industrial style focuses on the way things work rather than in surface ornamentation.
Here’s what you won’t see:
- Delicate fixtures or fussy details
- Light or pastel hues
- Pristine surfaces without any wear and tear
- Elaborate molding, millwork, or wainscoting
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