Industrial design finds its roots in the world of production and mass manufacturing. Functional forms, robust materials, and honest construction define this movement, which is closely linked to workshops, factories, and ateliers.

Furniture in this style is characterized by steel, wood, and leather, with a distinctly utilitarian aesthetic. Designers such as Jean Prouvé, and later contemporary studios, translated this functional language into durable and characterful pieces that are both practical and visually powerful.