insideKENT Magazine Issue 29 - August 2014 | Page 126

INTERIORS Interior trend alert: industrial pendants THIS SUMMER, INTERIOR TRENDS FOCUS ON BOLD, BRUTAL SHAPES AND UNFUSSY DESIGN, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON DULL METALS SUCH AS COPPER AND BRASS. E-BOUTIQUE, ALEXANDER & PEARL, OFFERS A RANGE OF BEAUTIFUL PENDANT LIGHTING, RANGING FROM MASCULINE WIRE FRAMES THROUGH TO MIRRORED SHADES AND SMOOTH, COATED METAL. INDUSTRIAL LIGHTING LOOKS BEST COMPLIMENTED BY RAW, UNFINISHED MATERIALS LIKE METAL, WOOD AND BRICK. HANG YOURS OVER A DISTRESSED DINING TABLE WITH DARK TOLIX CHAIRS, OR PERHAPS IN A ROW AGAINST A STRIPPED BACK INTERIOR WALL. COMPLETE THE LOOK WITH EDGY THRIFT SHOP FINDS, SUCH AS VINTAGE DECORATIONS, SECOND-HAND SEATING AND OPEN-FRONT STORAGE. Loft Wood & Copper Industrial Pendant (Large) A great industrial copper light fitting, this large pendant will make a bold statement in a kitchen or warehouse-styled interior. £195 New Jersey Industrial Caged Downlighter An industrial dark bronze metal cage pendant, this downlighter will add a rustic, chic touch to any room. £120 Mallard Black & Copper Industrial Metal Pendant An elegant pendant light featuring a black braided cable, this metal favourite will prove a superb add-on to an industrial-inspired kitchen. Made in the UK, it is also available in a bespoke colour. £155 126 Loft Caged Wooden Pendant Light A striking wooden pendant light, complete with a cage and metal accents, the popular Loft pendant will add a raw, industrial touch to your home. £200 Rydell Copper Pendant Finished in antique copper with a matching ceiling plate, this vintage-style light pendant would work well in multiples over a dining or drinking area. £90