Bright loft in the interior: how to decorate an apartment in this style

Author: Belfan

From this article you will learn:

• What are the distinctive features of a loft
• What shades to choose for a light loft-style interior
• What should be the decoration of a light interior in the loft style?
• What furniture to choose for an interior in a light loft style
• What is remarkable about a bright loft in a kitchen interior

The loft style includes two completely different directions: wealth and poverty. This design combines bohemian and underground into one, resulting in an attractive interior. Let's figure out what is good about a bright loft in the interior and what is characteristic of it.

Style Features

This color definitely adds extra value to this style. Let's highlight several key features of the white loft:

1. If the room is large in itself, white color will expand it even more and you will truly get a sea of ​​space and freedom.

2. Remember that without sufficient lighting white rooms will look bad.

3. White color is the basis of minimalism and visual expansion of space, so it is well suited for small spaces.

4. First of all, the walls and ceiling will be white.

To complete the picture, let us briefly recall the main features of the style, regardless of its color:

1. Industrial (beams and unfinished walls).

2. The desire for space.

3. Good lighting.

4. Basic materials for furniture: glass, wood, metal.

5. High ceilings.

6. Minimum decorations.

Harmony of antiquity and innovation

Loft allows you to expand your consciousness and combine diametrically opposed motives. He is no stranger to the variety of combinations of antiquity and innovation. A progressive telescope aimed at the sky from the window will fit very organically into the bone-deep classic finish with reflections of negligence characteristic of the “attic” style. Why not? In addition, the loft boldly draws ideas from golden antiquity: Roman columns in a decoration bordering on modernism look extremely successful.

Despite stereotypical ideas about lofts, well-chosen light curtains can only add light, air and space to the interior, and not at all destroy its style

A variety of art objects, wall paintings and more are the most organic companions of this style. This visualization is based on Moooi's famous "Horse Lamp"

Pristine wall decoration, bearing traces of many, many years, is a stunning backdrop for any ensembles of vintage and ultra-modern pieces of furniture and decor.

White brick

Basically, everyone associates a loft with red brick walls, and preferably with pieces of cement, as if they decided not to finish the renovation and live just like that. But white color for brick is as natural as red. It does not stand out as much and attracts less attention, but at the same time it is less authentic and does not retain the atmosphere of factory premises. A combined option is also possible - leaving one of the walls according to the canons of the style.

White brick for the apron, and the walls are red

You don't have to use real brick. You can buy “brick” blanks or a special roller at the store to create the appropriate texture. This is a good option if you are doing a purely cosmetic renovation and do not want to “disassemble” the wall.

An all-white bedroom will look beautiful : a wall decorated with white brick, a snow-white ceiling, bedside tables, a chest of drawers, a desk and a light beige bed. Floors can be covered with natural wood of the appropriate species. Additionally, the interior will be decorated with black and white paintings and some unusual lamps.

White brick in the bedroom

See also loft options with a white brick wall in the video:

Nuances of finishing a light interior in the loft style

To renovate a small apartment, it is better to use natural materials, for example, brick, wood, etc. A light loft in the interior will be well complemented by structures made of glass and metal. Brick walls look best with wooden window frames, and concrete walls look best with metal-plastic ones.

The floor can be finished with either natural wood or regular laminate. If none of these coatings suits you, use a cement screed, self-leveling floor or lay ceramic tiles and don’t forget about electric heating.

In a small room, it is better to paint the ceiling white or whitewash it. This technique will allow you to slightly lift it visually. If the ceilings are high, finishing should be minimal.

Additionally, suede, leather, natural stone or crystal can be used to decorate the apartment. The use of finishing materials such as synthetic plastic or vinyl is also allowed, but in small quantities: they should not dominate or attract a lot of attention.

What is good about a bright living room?

A white interior creates space (especially in combination with good lighting), which is very useful in small spaces, and is also fully consistent with the canons of the loft style. This is a neutral color and goes well with any other, it does not irritate or attract undue attention, it is pleasant to be in such a living room.

We have also prepared a lot of material on living rooms in this style, you might be interested.

White living room expands space

Photos of interiors

For inspiration, we have selected for you some more interesting light options in the best traditions of style.

White walls and wood floors

Wood, metal and plastic

Bright details fit perfectly into a white interior

Sofa set and large mirror

Abundance of light and space

Lots of windows and lamps

Lighting

We have already mentioned several times the importance of high-quality lighting, which should be in abundance, since it is not only a functional piece of furniture, but also its decor. The open space should be well lit both naturally and artificially.

The more windows and the larger their size, the better. The more light there is on the ceiling, on the floor, on the walls, and any lighting for placing accents, the better. In addition, light is used to zone the space when, for example, you need to divide one large room into a kitchen and dining room or into a living room and work space.

What is especially convenient is that there is no need to hide wires from devices, of which a huge number can accumulate in the room. All of them can be part of the interior or their decor. The main thing is to carefully place them along the walls or under the ceiling so that they are not the main focus of attention. As for the design of the lamps themselves, a laconic style would be appropriate - metal pendant lamps, but ordinary light bulbs without shades are also suitable. If the choice is made in favor of a glamorous or bohemian option, then you need to rely on the originality of light sources, which can be crystal chandeliers, glass or fabric shades and some original floor lamps.

Kitchen

And again, white is perfect, since a person spends a lot of time in the kitchen and the colors of this room should be as neutral as possible. Walls, cabinets and apron are usually made white . The kitchen in a loft is often combined with a living room, and renovations in this style can be done even if you have a small area or even a Khrushchev-era apartment.

White brick apron

Furniture, walls and cabinets are white

Bright loft in the kitchen interior

• Color and finishing materials.

If such rough materials as concrete, brick, stone, etc. are used in decorating an apartment, you simply need to make the apartment “alive,” and household items will help you with this.

Industrial design now provides for the presence of modern finishing materials in the room, allowing for a rough finish in compliance with all hygienic requirements for the dining area.

There are no strict rules for selecting shades. However, usually, due to the specifics of finishing materials, basic light colors are always present: gray, white and brown. Furniture and accessories are usually yellow, red or blue.

• Kitchen.

The kitchen set is the most important in the dining area. A bright set of furniture will look good against the background of neutral walls.

If the walls, flooring, furniture and ceiling are of restrained shades, in this case it is permissible to have a large number of accessories in rich colors.

The lower and upper facades of the set may well differ. In such an interior, mezzanines will be superfluous; you can use shelves instead.

It’s up to you to decide whether the facades will be classic or modern.

• Apron area.

A light loft in the interior suggests that the kitchen apron can be decorated:

• tiles in the shape of “hog” bricks;
• MDF panels, chipboard;
• glass coating;
• ceramic tiles;
• masonry;
• light artificial brick treated with special water-repellent agents.

• Kitchen area.

A wooden table and chairs with a soft high back will fit perfectly into a bright, spacious kitchen designed in a loft style. Also, the industrial style involves the use of upholstered furniture with a carriage frame, although we are accustomed to seeing it only in a classic interior.

The kitchen area can be complemented with bar stools, leather chairs or plastic stools.

• Light and decor.

The bright interior in the loft style is distinguished by numerous rich details and decorative items.

Curtains are of no use here, and if you also have large panoramic windows, they will definitely be superfluous. But if you can’t imagine your apartment without curtains, use those made from thick or natural fabrics; roller blinds or Roman blinds are also allowed; regular blinds are also suitable.

You can decorate the room with posters, paintings or photographs in original frames; forged objects, candlesticks and glass holders will look great in such a bright interior.

A bright loft in the interior involves the use of pendant lamps, which are similar to street lamps or industrial lamps. Nowadays, in stores you can find a huge variety of chandeliers suitable for such a bright interior; for example, there are products in the form of a simple light bulb that can be hung from the ceiling on a long wire.

The loft style gives freedom of choice: it allows you to use high-tech elements and decorative items hinting at the Middle Ages.

To create a bright loft-style interior in a small kitchen (in Khrushchev), pay attention to our recommendations:

• Minimalism is best.

When renovating a small kitchen, adhere to this principle throughout. Although industrial motifs are present, there will not be much decor here. There are also significantly fewer accessories, but each of them will be noticeable and unusual.

• The kitchen set should be either straight or L-shaped. Mezzanines - no, shelves - yes.

• If the kitchen is square, then an L-shaped furniture set is ideal. Using a corner area will help add functionality to the room.
• If the kitchen is rectangular, the set should be straight or linear.

• Compact dining area

It is best to make a bar counter and complement it with compact chairs or build a table on the windowsill - this will allow you to make the most of the space by the window.

When decorating a bright loft-style interior for a family of two, simply place a small square table in the corner. This will solve the problem of small space.

• Redesign if possible.

If the wall is not load-bearing, then it can be demolished, then the living room and kitchen will be combined (just don’t forget to legalize the redevelopment in the BTI). In the end, you will end up with a studio apartment, and it is best to decorate the interior in the loft style.

Your new combined kitchen-living room is perfect for realizing all your ideas. In such a room it will be easier to create a bright loft-style interior.

In addition, the redevelopment will make it possible to install two dining areas: one large one for friendly meetings, and a smaller one for a quick snack.

Table

A white table in a loft style is not a table made of plastic ; without curves; devoid of any elegant decoration; on straight legs. In the living room it can be rectangular glass with a metal “frame” or a white wood frame. The same can be a square bedside table.

White wooden tables

In the kitchen, the table can be either glass or purely white wood (egger oak or pine). It's good if the wood texture is visible.

Light wood table

Furniture for a light loft in the interior

A bright loft-style interior will allow you to use both an old table and long-forgotten chairs in your room if you combine all this with modern furniture. Built-in elements are completely useless here; they are best left for other design directions.

A book sofa or an accordion sofa will fit perfectly into such an interior. Regular rectangular and classic cabinets will also look wonderful in such a room. You can decorate your room with hanging flower shelves.

Antique furniture or any other furniture that you find in your attic or flea market will help add luxury to the atmosphere. Beds and chairs with forged parts look ideal.

In order to add a touch of glamor to the room, you need to choose the right furniture. Classic will fill the interior with bohemianism. It will make the atmosphere more refined. Industrial design is characterized by minimalist furniture with a geometrically correct shape. For example, it is acceptable to have a rectangular bed, table and chairs, but there is no need for a closet here; open hangers in such a room will look much more interesting.

In addition, the furniture allows you to zone the room, because this interior does not imply the presence of any partitions. The sleeping space is allocated with a bed, and the dining area is separated by a table and chairs. It is better to separate the bathroom and toilet with walls.

When creating a bright loft in the interior of a small apartment, you first need to decide what items you will need. Naturally, you can’t do without a sleeping area. A bed or sofa can serve as a sleeping place. If you choose a bed from all the options, raise it to a special podium, which can then be used to store clothes and other items.

The bar counter will fit perfectly into a bright loft and can pass for a dining area. This is a very original solution, which also saves space by separating the kitchen and living area. Things can be stored in the wardrobe. The list of other items you need should include: stools or chairs that can be folded, a table, shelving, ottomans and chairs on wheels to be able to move them.

The loft style has two completely different principles in the selection of furniture. It can be simple shapes (cubes, parallelepipeds, etc.) or have unusual shapes. When attaching shelves to the walls of your apartment, remember that “closed” facades are not acceptable here, everything should be as open as possible.

“Boar” tiles in the bathroom and kitchen

A “hog” is a tile that looks like a brick, and is laid in such a way that two tiles touch where another tile in an adjacent row is in the middle. In the kitchen, you can make an apron from a “hog” (it’s easy to wash).

Cubes If you want a more brick-like look, we recommend using matte white.

White kitchen with boar tiles

White tile kitchen backsplash

The bathroom can be finished with such tiles almost completely, or by “dividing” the wall into two parts and finishing only the lower part with a “hog”. In this case, it is better to take a large square tile for the top one.

White boar tiles in the bathroom

Which chandelier is better to choose?

For a white loft - a white chandelier. Here the style allows your imagination to run wild. A good chandelier is one with an industrial, unusual look. A pendant “closed” lamp surrounded by a geometric metal structure or an unusual structure of “open” lamps without shades, which, by the way, are typical for this trend. But don’t forget about the main thing - it should provide good lighting .

Many lamps in metal structures

Original white chandelier in the shape of a flower