2019-06-23
Author: Belfan
From this article you will learn:
- How the loft style originated
- What are the characteristic features of loft style furniture?
- Why is it profitable to produce loft-style furniture today?
- What are the stages of loft furniture production?
- What pieces of loft-style furniture are offered by manufacturers today?
The arrangement of residential premises that were not originally intended for this, for example, attics, warehouses, abandoned factories, is becoming increasingly popular. This served as the development of a new direction in interior design - the loft style. How is loft furniture produced and what factors are taken into account? You will learn about this from our article.
The history of the origin of the loft style
This style owes its origin to the first half of the 20th century. Based on reference literature, we can conclude that the term “loft” means the conversion of former warehouses and factories into residential premises. This word has English roots and if translated with maximum accuracy, it means the top floor or attic space.
The reason for the emergence of this style was the transfer of a large number of industrial companies producing various raw materials outside the cities. This was done due to the deterioration of the environment and the health of citizens, but as a result, many large empty premises were left. Naturally, they were not empty for long, as enterprising townspeople quickly figured out how to use them. They started renting them out for housing.
What kind of person in their right mind do you think would want to live in an industrial building? At first glance, this is true, but the main advantage of such housing was the high ceilings, large windows that let in a lot of light, and low rent. Such housing mainly attracted creative people.
But to carry out a major overhaul of such a room was too expensive, so it was left in this form, supplemented with new decorative items and furniture. As time passed, the loft style gained popularity, and some people were already remodeling their homes in this way.
By the 1950s, the loft style had become so popular in America that exhibitions of popular artists began to open in former factory premises, where production was still booming just a couple of years ago. For example, a striking example is the Factory gallery, which was owned by Andy Warhol.
Naturally, rich Americans could not ignore this direction. Thus, the loft seeped into the highest circles of society. The rich hired designers to remodel their premises to suit this newfangled style. Or they simply bought available empty industrial sites. The production of loft furniture as a business began its development precisely from this period. It was at this time that small enterprises were opened to produce suitable furniture.
At the moment, loft refers to the industrial style of the room: raw brick walls, protruding pipes, uncovered supports. The fashion for this trend came to Russia much later, but even now the popularity of this style does not decrease. It is now popular not only in the design of residential premises, but also in offices. And, naturally, there are a huge number of furniture manufacturing companies suitable for this area.
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Sofas and armchairs
Loft is free of unnecessary details, so choosing a sofa is a particularly important task. It must not only complement the interior, but also competently divide the room into certain zones. This way the studio will not be burdened with bulky partitions and will be able to reveal its full potential.
Modular kits are especially popular now. They are versatile and extremely functional, making them an excellent choice for an attic space. From such a set you can build a corner sofa or distribute elements over the entire area to give each of them its role in the form of an armchair or pouf.
Our assortment includes four modular collections in loft style.
Fly has an amazing airy shape and smooth curves that seem to envelop the person sitting. Choose a bright color and boldly use it in a glamorous loft. Cubus and Jared are two more interesting options. They resemble soft cubes and stand out for their versatility in use.
A separate topic for discussion is Vento, an amazingly functional and technological collection. Sofas and armchairs have removable armrests that can be removed from the frame and become full-fledged floor ottomans. Also, when transforming into a sleeping place, a roll-out Eurobook mechanism is used, and the PPU filler has modern memory foam technology. Relaxing on such a sofa is a real pleasure, as it will take the shape of your body and improve the quality of your sleep.
As an addition, you should pay attention to the designer Egg and Swan chairs. They are remembered for their appearance, because their shapes truly make you fall in love with them. And metal bases are the very detail that fits perfectly under loft.
Characteristic features of loft style furniture
The main problem with the production of interior items in this style is non-standard rooms - both in size and in design, so it is very problematic to cultivate them and create the design you need, or rather, it is almost impossible. Therefore, manufacturers set themselves the goal of creating unique furnishings.
Manufacturers of loft furniture strive to make it so that it is ideal for placement in rooms that were once attics or factories. To make it, it is better to use:
- geometric details;
- old wood: it can be either truly old or artificially aged;
- metal structures such as meshes, rods or plates;
- utilitarian household items, such as pallets, barrels - in general, any things related to industrial production;
- fabrics such as canvas, canvas;
- glass: it is used for decorative inserts to create the feeling of an old room and feel the atmosphere of America in the 1960s.
Designer furniture in the loft style harmoniously combines with unfinished walls and rough plaster and adds even more charm to the room.
A little history
The loft style originated in the 1940s. At that time, factories, factories and warehouses were closing en masse in the center of New York, as rental costs began to rise rapidly. Then the idea spontaneously arose to use abandoned manufactories as living quarters. Just 10 years later, this has become not just an interesting find, but a truly fashionable trend among Americans.
Loft translated from English means “attic”. This name is completely justified, because it was precisely that part of the ordinary industrial buildings that was transformed into a stylish apartment or artist’s studio. Such unusual spaces stood out with their high brick walls, large windows and an extraordinary atmosphere that many liked.
This became a kind of beginning of the post-industrial era and, like a magnet, even famous filmmakers, writers and other creative people were drawn into such a bohemian life. And in the 1960s, the style became a full-fledged architectural design direction, which allowed it to become famous throughout the world and gain the status of luxury housing.
What a real loft furniture manufacturer should have
Thanks to the popularity of this style, more and more entrepreneurs are appearing who are producing loft furniture. Let's try to figure out what a true furniture manufacturer in this unusual style should be like.
An entrepreneur who produces loft furniture should also be well aware of the intricacies of producing furniture in other styles. After all, this is an indicator of his skill. For example, I.K. Aivazovsky was not only a magnificent landscape painter, he could also paint portraits and still lifes freely, which showed his skills in competently constructing a drawing. Likewise, a true craftsman must know all the intricacies of furniture production in order for his enterprise to develop and prosper.
Production is a labor-intensive process, and not everyone can make something unique. True masters, as they say, know each other by sight. But the main measure of professionalism will be the work of a specialist and rave reviews from his clients. This will encourage him to further develop his skills in his business.
Features of a modern loft
An industrial loft has many characteristic features. The most important thing is the brickwork of the walls. Of course, ideally it should be real, so if it is possible to implement this, it is better to clean the walls down to the bricks. But imitation is also accepted, but it is important that it be of high quality.
Wires, pipes and other communication elements give the loft a special ambiance and atmosphere of industrial enterprises. What is hidden in other styles at the renovation stage is proudly displayed in the loft. Rough finishing and slight sloppiness are welcome.
If possible, all partitions should be removed. A loft-style room should be as free and spacious as possible. To zone the space, you can use properly placed lighting, different wall decorations, or even divide the space using furniture. The windows should be large, and the lighting, as a result, should be as natural as possible.
Why is it profitable to produce loft-style furniture today?
The main advantage of this style is that it does not have specific production rules or features. Therefore, manufacturers can mix styles and add uncharacteristic colors. This is beneficial when arranging loft-style rooms: they will all differ in both size and shape. Each furniture model is made to individual dimensions. And the master takes into account all the features of the room and the wishes of the customer in order to satisfy even the most spoiled clients.
What are the main advantages of ordering loft-style furniture from quality manufacturers? First of all:
- The production project is individual, based only on the client’s wishes. Moreover, craftsmen who have experience working with metal and wood will take part in its development.
- The furniture pieces will be sized to fit your decor and be of high quality.
- When producing furniture, all the features of the premises are taken into account, for example, they can make something special, for example, for your bathroom.
- They will produce original furniture with an aged effect especially for you, or you can get a new luxury item.
- A unique interior that you will not find anywhere else.
The main goal of the loft style is to turn a non-residential space into a comfortable place to live or work, but for this you need to choose the right furniture.
Tables
If we mean dining items, then most often wood is used to make such products. It is environmentally friendly and most accurately reflects the loft style with its natural naturalness. Such tables may be large and rough in appearance, but in such an interior they look as authentic as possible. We can recommend that you check out three options – Taller, Sydney and Brut.
We have a whole collection of loft coffee tables. It contains round, square and rectangular products of different heights. Their main feature is metal supports, which can be made in white or black. But the tabletop is made of veneered MDF. This combination of materials complements each other perfectly and fits harmoniously into this style.
Stages of production of loft furniture
Let's talk briefly about the furniture production process. It consists of the following steps:
- Wood processing. Preparation of logs for further production.
- The wood is carefully selected. The types of wood used are pine, oak, ash, birch or linden.
- Before drying the wood, the logs are spread to the required sizes, this ensures their uniform drying.
- Wood processing begins after drying. To give the desired shape, it is planed and turned.
- Next, the wood is sorted by texture for each type of furniture. This allows us to achieve high quality in manufacturing.
- Metal processing. Before use, the seams are rubbed and prepared for painting:
- The metal must be cut into the elements necessary for the manufacture of the product.
- Next comes the assembly of the frame.
- After the required frame is made and adjusted to size, it is processed: the seams are rubbed down, welding fumes are removed and polished.
- Then comes the painting stage, but before that the metal must also be prepared, otherwise the paint will not adhere well or begin to bubble.
- At the final stage, the wooden elements are installed on the metal ones and their adjustment takes place.
Who is a modern loft suitable for?
As already noted, loft is characteristic of creative people who value large space and freedom. The room is perfect for housing all the works of art and can even turn into an artist's studio.
Loft can be used to decorate studios and offices, art studios and restaurants. For example, a lot of space is simply necessary for conducting dance classes, and the atmospheric atmosphere in public places will make the room a favorite place for visitors. In addition, the original loft will become an excellent photo zone for clients. People will want to come to your cafe, if only because they can take beautiful pictures there! And, of course, the loft is suitable for lovers of everything unusual, new and creative.
