Space, freedom, rebellious spirit - that's whatone of the most popular styles of modernity is associated. Good news: you can create a loft interior even in a small standard apartment. This will help you a few tricks, which we tell in this article
Just some 5-7 years ago loft was perceivedas something unsuitable for the life of our man in the street, because it was hard for many to see the beauty in a bare, exposed brickwork or wiring. However, now the situation has changed dramatically: with every day more and more people are gravitating toward making their own interior in industrial style. But what elements are better to use, in order to save space in a modest in size space and so that the loft does not lose its industrial aesthetics, few know. Our article and the opinion of a practicing designer will help you to understand all the subtleties. 
Alena Timofeeva, designer:- The loft style came to Russia quite recently and is just gaining momentum. Everyone knows that it originated in America, during the Great Depression, when inexpensive rental areas of ruined factories and factories were mastered. Ideally, a loft-style interior needs an original space, but you can make a cool imitation in a small apartment as well. This style has a lot of advantages: it is very decorative, it allows you to use the pieces of furniture available in the arsenal and all sorts of tricks to save space. And if you get tired of the loft style, you can always supplement it without resorting to high costs. Glass partitions
If we talk about real factory lofts, thenthey mean a single, undivided space in which each corner is seen. However, only units will be really comfortable to be in such a "naked" environment. You can, of course, and fence off, but, as you know, the walls are not the most profitable solution for the loft, because they contradict his very philosophy.
A compromise option in this case may beglass partitions from floor to ceiling, which, in combination, are also excellent "allies" in the fight against the problem of small spaces. They not only create boundaries and pass natural light, but also visually expand the room, keeping it airy. Especially spectacularly look deliberately stern specimens with a black metal frame. A very good alternative to glass partitions can be glass blocks. 
Open wardrobe
There is not enough space for a dressing room ormassive cabinets hamper an already small room? Stop in the open wardrobe! It does not matter whether it's an stand-alone stand on rollers, metal bars attached to a ceiling or a wall, or an integrated storage system with lots of shelves, hangers and drawers. In any case, an open wardrobe will perfectly emphasize the stylistics of the loft and at the same time relieve the space. 
Barn doors
Another characteristic detail of traditional loftsare sliding barns that look incredibly expressive and create the atmosphere of an old industrial space. But the main thing is that they look great on a small living space, because, unlike their swing counterparts, barn doors perfectly save valuable square meters. In fact, it is not so easy to find a good barn door in Russia in the spirit of a loft, which will not only delight with its appearance, but also last for many years. So far, production is at a very rudimentary level, and an order from the States or Europe will cost a pretty penny. But do not despair, because gradually, in the vastness of our country, workshops begin to appear that are engaged in the production of barn doors. Vladislav Rudnitsky and Alexander Malakhov, Doors Brothers Manufactory: - In the workshop, we create each door by hand, although this does not allow us to make hundreds of them at a time. But in manual work there is always a piece of the master's soul, and you certainly will not find the second such door from anyone, which is also a great exclusive plus! 
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Using reflective surfaces forvisually expanding small spaces is a pretty overused trick, but it doesn't stop being incredibly powerful. For a loft, vintage of a variety of shapes and sizes, "dug up" at flea markets or in antique shops, are ideal. Take a closer look at the large floor-standing models, makeup mirrors with retro lights, and those that come with patina, aged wood frames, or with metal inserts. Moreover, it can be either a single mirror or a whole composition that creates an interesting play of reflections. 
Multifunctional items
It does not matter, loft or apartment in any other style,multifunctional items are indispensable helpers for everyone who is cramped in square meters. Therefore, certainly use these options in your home. A bed with secret compartments, an ottoman with a hinged lid, transforming jobs - all this is just the tip of the "multifunctional" iceberg.
And what about a vintage chest that does notonly a bright loft element and a storage place, but also, for example, a coffee table, a footrest or a bedside table in the bedroom? Everything depends only on the flight of your imagination. 
"Sly" home office
Not sure where to place your work area?Get rid of the old boring and modify it into a full-fledged workplace! You will not only wonderfully settle in a well-lit place, but you will also be able to get rid of the now unnecessary table, and use the freed up space for other purposes. By the way, several compact shelves next to the window and a couple of drawers under the window-sill table will obviously not be superfluous. And in order not to overheat from work in the literal sense, it is advisable to put a temperature regulator on the battery. 
The editors thank Alexander and Vladislav Rudnitsky from Doors Brothers Manufactory for their help in preparing the article.
