HOW TO WORK THIS LOOK

l Exposed brick walls are the key element for creating this look, but you don’t need to start stripping plaster off if you want to keep your revamp low key. High-quality, digitally printed wallpapers give the impression of exposed walls without the DIY and dust. If you’d prefer a more tactile effect, try brick slips instead. These tile-like slices are glued to walls and the gaps filled in with mortar for a realistic look that’s worthy of any NY loft space.

l Pair rustic brick walls with other distressed finishes for a lived-in feel. Concrete-look wallpapers add an extra dimension and weathered floorboards complete the effect. Cover part of the floor with a large-scale rug to prevent the room feeling echoey and cold.

l Let the vintage-style walls and floors take centre stage by choosing no frills, industrial-style furniture. Choose paredback pieces with subtle detailing for a perfect loft-living look.

Modular Fulton 3 shelf wide shelving unit, £180, Dunelm Liquorice, Ditto fabric in £36 per m, MissPrint Regal select matte paint in Mars Red, £24.50 per 0.94L, Benjamin Moore Fusion mineral paint in Hazelwood, £23.99 per 500ml, Claire’s Craft House Brick slips tile blend 3, £28.79 per 0.6m, Travis Perkins Cotswold Scandi bed frame, £499; Azzate round side table, £99, both Furniture Village Grandeco Tempera Blue concrete effect wallpaper, £18 per roll, Homebase