Get An Industrial Style Dining Room!
20th Apr 2022Posted by Alice Ewens on 20th Apr 2022
An Industrial style dining room is easy to achieve with a few easy-to-follow style tips and some Industrial style furniture. We've got you covered with lots of ideas and inspiration.
What Is The Industrial Style?
The Industrial style in interior design is inspired by the Industrial Revolution period of history and the factories built in the 19th and 20th centuries. The style features a lot of iron, scrubbed wood, concrete and bricks. We also see large, uncluttered spaces to reflect warehouses and machinery rooms with this style. So, for dining rooms, this looks like simple shapes, a mix of brick, wood, black metal and steel, with the occasional pops of green and gold, and pendant-hanging light fixings.
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We'll break down our Industrial style tips and inspiration into a few categories, so be sure to scroll down!
How to Create an Industrial Style Dining Room: Quick Tips
Creating an industrial dining room is all about combining raw materials with simple, functional design. This style is inspired by old factories and warehouses, using elements like metal, wood and exposed textures to create a bold yet inviting space. To get the look at home, focus on these key styling tips:
- Choose raw materials like wood tables, black metal chairs, and concrete or brick-style finishes.
- Keep the colour palette neutral with blacks, greys, and warm wood tones for an authentic industrial feel.
- Add statement lighting such as pendant lights or exposed bulbs to create atmosphere
- Mix textures (metal, glass, fabric) to balance the hard, industrial edges
- Finish with minimal décor and greenery to soften the space and add contrast
By blending rugged materials with warm, practical touches, you can create an industrial dining room that feels both stylish and comfortable.
How to Style a Wood & Black Industrial Dining Room
Mixing warm natural tones of wood with stark black metal is a really striking combination. It creates contrast and drama that will instantly capture that Industrial style! We've got some gorgeous wood-effect and black metal dining tables, which create this look.
Our Kylo wood-effect and black metal table is very Industrial! Here, our customer has paired the Kylo with our slick black faux-leather Corona dining chairs which have elegant, tapered black legs. Shop this look here!
Industrial Dining Room Ideas: Glass Tables, Black Metal & Beige Tones
You can achieve that contrasting look of wood and black by using other warm wood-toned accents along with simple clear glass and black metal. Our cappuccino beige faux leather chairs will add the warmth and contrast of wood, while clear glass will keep a room feeling lighter and airier. Because the Industrial style can often be quite dark, clear glass can be an airier alternative to wood surfaces, and glass with black metal can still capture the Industrial vibe.
The Cascina round glass dining table has structural "folded" hairpin black metal legs which have that Industrial look. Here, @plot_194 has paired with 2 of our cappuccino beige faux-leather Corona dining chairs with black legs.
Bring Life to an Industrial Dining Room with Black & Green Accents
Another colour combination that really screams Industrial vibes with a touch of luxury is combining black wood or metal with green velvet. This also creates a bit of contrast and the velvet adds some texture.
This is our popular Novara design - a round glass dining table, with black metal nested legs in a starburst shape. We've paired them with the black leg green velvet Pesaro chairs to get an airier Industrial look. Shop this set!
Industrial Dining Room Styling Ideas to Mix Materials Like a Pro
Here are some other ideas and products using the colour palettes we've already discussed!
This dining area has opted for a brighter Industrial look featuring more greys and white tones. This open plan area has a marble-effect table with black starburst legs and matched it with 6 of our Corona grey faux leather chairs with tapered black legs. This table is quite similar to our Andria, which would also create this look. Shop the Andria with 6 Coronas here!
Finishing Touches For Industrial Dining Room Styling
The finishing touches are what bring an industrial dining room to life, adding warmth and personality to those raw, industrial materials. Focus on a few well-chosen elements to complete the look without cluttering the space:
- Layer texture with a low‑pile rug or simple table linens to soften wood, metal, and concrete finishes
- Add statement lighting like industrial pendant lights or exposed bulbs to create a warm, ambient glow
- Keep accessories minimal with a large wall clock, metal framed mirror, or bold artwork for impact without overcrowding
- Introduce greenery to bring freshness and balance out darker tones and hard surfaces
With just a few carefully styled details, you can transform your dining space into a warm yet edgy industrial setting that feels effortlessly put together.
FAQs For Creating Industrial Style Dining Rooms
What is an industrial style dining room?
An industrial dining room is inspired by old factories and warehouses, using raw materials like wood, metal, and exposed brick to create a simple, edgy yet functional space.
How do you make a dining room look industrial on a budget?
Start with a wood and black metal dining table, add industrial-style lighting, and use simple décor like mirrors, greenery or wall art. Focus on mixing textures rather than buying lots of accessories.
What colours work best in an industrial dining room?
Neutral tones like black, grey, and brown work best, paired with warm wood finishes and occasional accents like green or gold to add contrast and depth.
