Urban Jungle: When industrial style meets the power of nature
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Imagine a dining experience where the coolness of industrial style meets the oasis of greenery. Just like in the iconic Friends series, New York is not just a city, but also a symbol of friendship and everyday stories. Let your table also tell a story about the harmony between raw materials and the life that pulses within them. Create your own version of Urban Jungle with black matte plates and matte cutlery.
How the industrial style was created
Exposed brick, untreated wood, visible pipes and concrete floors. If the first thing that comes to mind is a factory, you've hit the bull's-eye. In New York City, specifically in the Soho district, artists, bohemians and hippies noticed abandoned industrial buildings in the 1960s. They seized the opportunity and, with their own creativity, breathed life into these raw spaces. They started the rise of an industrial style that has spread around the world. If you're feeling brave, take inspiration from our industrial selection and treat yourself to a small change in your kitchen that will have a big impact.
Even Andy would have chosen black
Does the black colour of the plates look „raw“ to you? Appearances can be deceiving. The food stands out much more intensely on them, which not only increases the visual impression. After all, you'll enjoy even a simple vegetable salad more than if it were served on a classic white plate. Surely Andy Warhol would have reached for them and served his favourite burgers at parties at his iconic studio The Factory.
Imperfections are welcome
The industrial style is inseparable from loft apartments. That's why its stamp in the kitchen, dining room and on the table in general looks natural. The Calgary cutlery with its matt look or the black Faro model blend in perfectly with the overall atmosphere.
When form follows function
As Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the last director of the Bauhaus, said, „Less is more.“ The principle of simplicity and well-defined geometry plays an important role in this style. Keep decoration to a minimum so that the inner beauty of the materials and design can shine through. This honesty creates a sense of calm and clarity in the scenery of the table and makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. The faux leather placemats, black slate trays and recycled cotton napkins in neutral tones are undoubtedly the right choice.
Big glasses for big pleasure
Natural elements in the form of fragrant herbs to large houseplants and plenty of light will ensure a unique mood in the spirit of Urban Jungle. It's clear to us that high ceilings and large windows, which are among the most sought-after elements in modern industrial design, aren't something you just order overnight. But the tall 21st Century Glass Lunasol Bar, which will quench your thirst for once, will.
While some may see the industrial aesthetic as cold, it is the embracing of imperfections that makes it popular across the board. If we've inspired you to bring industrial elements into your dining, stick to the principle of authenticity and you'll playfully achieve a cosy and harmonious aesthetic.
