# Converted Warehouse Homes This Home Features a Folded Steel Staircase and an Industrial Interior By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-11-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-interior References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/11/16/sadie-snelson-architects-conversion-clapton-london-warehouse-photographer-home-workspace/) & [ssarchitects](http://www.ssarchitects.co.uk/) 'Sadie Snelson Architects' recently transformed an old warehouse into a functional living space with a chic industrial interior. In urban areas such as London, there are few places left to construct entirely new buildings. As a result, many architects have figured out innovative ways of [transforming old buildings into new spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-sofia). Prior to the renovation, the 'Clapton Warehouse 'was utilized as an industrial space. In order to turn the warehouse into a function home, the architects removed dividing walls and gave the home an open-plan arrangement. By doubling the height of the main room, the architects were able to add a mezzanine that is accessible via a folded steel staircase. Despite the major renovations, the architects left several original features visible such as [unpainted walls and structural I-beams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gowanus-loft). The industrial interior is balanced by the oiled oak flooring, which adds a warm and homey touch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Warehouse Conversion:** Opportunity for architects and designers to transform old warehouses into functional living spaces with innovative design and preservation of original features. - **Industrial Interior Design:** Rise in demand for chic industrial interior design, blending raw and exposed elements with warm and homey touches, creating a unique and trendy living space. - **Open-plan Living:** Growing preference for open-plan arrangements in homes, providing a spacious and flexible living environment that encourages social interaction and a sense of freedom. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architecture firms can capitalize on the opportunity to specialize in warehouse conversions, offering innovative design solutions that transform old industrial spaces into functional and stylish homes. - **Interior Design:** Interior design companies can cater to the demand for industrial-inspired interiors, combining raw industrial elements with cozy and inviting design elements to create unique and trendy living spaces. - **Construction and Renovation:** Construction and renovation companies can offer specialized services for transforming old buildings into open-plan living spaces with a balance of industrial elements and warm touches, meeting the growing demand for versatile and modern homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Madrid Warehouse Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio.md) - [Remodelled Staircase-Centric Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobalt-coach-house.md) - [NYC Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-loft.md) - [Industrial Loft Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-casa-mrgt.md) - [Warehouse-Transformed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-many-faces.md) - [Paris Stable-Transformed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garibaldi.md) - [Adaptive Family Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-ordinary-house.md) - [Textile-Transformed Parisian Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isabelle-heilmann.md)