The polar opposite of all those country, coastal and cottage kitchens, the industrial-style kitchen has a charm all its own. Usually so-called because of the presence of restaurant-style fittings, open shelving and generous amounts of stainless steel, industrial kitchens aren’t to everyone’s tastes. They are however a wonderful space in which to work, and if these photos are anything to go by, beautiful to look at too.

I love this space from house to home. The white tile and steel island are set off beautifully by the pendant lamps and industrial fixtures:

The Kitchn recently featured this industrial-style space. It’s from Martha Stewart‘s NYC kitchen in the 1980′s, but I think it looks surprisingly modern:

From Canadian House & Home, this kitchen is what I’d call “vintage industrial”, and proof that not all industrial spaces have to be all metal, all the time. I’m loving the professional-style range hood and green light fixtures:

I like this kitchen from Marie Claire Maison, which despite its utilitarian leanings, has a charming country feel:

I guess the French like their industrial style, because this room is from the same source. With all the hanging pans, shiny surfaces and professional appliances, this place has a real “pro chef” vibe: