Contemporary Industrial Living & Dining

Residential Interior Design | Open-Plan Living | New Build Home

The Brief

The client was looking for inspiration and guidance on how to furnish and make the most of the generous open-plan living, dining and kitchen space within their newly built home.

With the architectural finishes already in place, the focus was on furniture selection, spatial planning and creating a cohesive design that would complement the existing interior.

The client was drawn to contemporary industrial design, favouring warm, earthy tones, natural textures and statement furniture, whilst maintaining a light and airy atmosphere throughout.

Rather than incorporating a traditional television area, they wanted to create a comfortable and inviting space dedicated to relaxation, reading and entertaining.

The Design Approach

The project began with exploring how the large, elongated space could be used effectively whilst maintaining a natural flow between the different areas.

Through a series of moodboards, furniture selections and proposed layouts, we explored several design concepts, giving the client the opportunity to visualise different arrangements and consider how each would work with their lifestyle.

One of the key considerations was creating a sense of definition between the living and dining areas without compromising the open-plan feel.

To achieve this, I proposed introducing an open room divider, providing a subtle visual separation between the two spaces whilst maintaining a connection between them. This also allowed natural light from the large garden-facing window to continue flowing throughout the room.

The divider introduced height and architectural interest, breaking up the long proportions of the space and preventing the furniture from feeling lost within the open layout.

The Concept

The final design direction embraced a contemporary industrial aesthetic, balancing clean lines and industrial-inspired furniture with softer textures and warm, earthy tones.

The aim was to create a welcoming and considered interior that felt contemporary without being stark, allowing the living and dining areas to have their own identities whilst remaining visually connected.

By carefully considering furniture proportions, placement and the relationship between each area, the design demonstrated how a large open-plan space could become a collection of inviting, functional areas without the need for structural alterations.