If you’re a hopeless steampunk geek who salivates over coppery, nailhead-studded, steam-powered, exposed-gear anything, read on – this post is sure to set you on a redecorating binge.
For all you non-steampunk enthusiasts, steampunk is a literary sub-genre characterized by Victorian- and industrial-inspired fixtures reimagined on a futuristic angle. Inspired by literature by Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, steampunk features historical fixtures with a sci-fi slant.
Steampunk’s distinctive style is similar to industrial style, with inventive differences. Some of the hallmarks of steampunk decor include:
- bronze and copper finishes, paired with black
- gears and gauges
- pipes
- dirigibles, hot air balloons, steam engines
- raw, exposed materials
- Victorian and industrial elements with an imaginative twist
To get an idea of what steampunk decorating looks like, check out these homes (designed by or for true devotees):
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![](http://st.hzcdn.com/simgs/50617ca90e21f0a2_8-3548/industrial-bathroom.jpg)
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Are you a sci-fi geek? Which genre’s your favorite?