Industrial Strength

i have been noticing more and more, items that are either reclaimed wood from railroad scraps, furniture inspired by factory elements and other various materials re-purposed. 

perfect example of industrial. modern. chic.

 

via cb2

this first desk made me literally gasp when i saw it in person at crate & barrel.  the detail on the table top was amazing and i loved the modern shape juxtaposed by the rustic nature of the materials. 

made from reclaimed telephone poles

crate & barrel $1299

classic warehouse lighting

z gallerie $299

reclaimed wood from factories, mills and warehouses. 

i've seen this style of coffee table at a couple different stores.

z gallerie $599

reclaimed antique doors create this tabletop

wouldn't this be great as a kitchen table with modern chairs?

restoration hardware $895

galvanized steel-enough said.

{i would love to pair this with a traditional pedestal table in a dark finish}

crate & barrel $199

crank and steel= industrial

empiric studios $1225