Industrial, modern design is known for its efficient, sleek and minimalistic features – just like the designs used for many of our exclusive porcelain pendants.
The kitchen photographed above was originally posted on Emma’s Design blog; later, it even caught the eye of Apartment Therapy editors as well! Throughout the daylight hours, the rear of the kitchen is brightened by sunshine from the large window and sky light – crisp white walls and ceilings help as well. But once the sun sets, the room relies on two sleek porcelain pendants positioned above the Mid Century style seating. Their glossy finish gives them a contemporary yet vintage edge when paired with the black cabinetry and displayed cookery. A mixture of vintage and contemporary styles can give rooms the desired ‘lived in’ feel – many of these simple designs are taken from quaint, European cottages.
If you’re looking for lighting styles centered around vintage porcelain shades, our newest addition to the porcelain family is the Ivanhoe™ Union. Starting at only $149 each, this porcelain pendant lamp offers a mid size 14 inch warehouse shade – just slightly smaller than similar styles like the Ivanhoe™ Aero and the Ivanhoe™ Dino. By combining the tall, stacked neck design of the Aero with a traditional warehouse shade base, the Union has the best of both worlds! Under the stylish pendants you’ll find a wooden industrial table with thick butcher block top. You can find utility carts, mobile work stations, and sofa tables with a similar surface in our industrial furniture section online.
This Scandinavian inspired look can be achieved by investing in core pieces like cabinetry and seating with clean lines and solid colors. Exposed shelving, vintage seating and durable appliances maintain a practical and unfussy feel, while subway tiles, modern farmhouse sinks and sharp looking faucets keep this style up-to-date.
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