It is gorgeous. If it were me, I would dress up those columns in red brick or, if not, I would do the kitchen wall and entrance in red brick. Delightful. I would put my bed up on that mezzanine floor you have going on over there and in that space underneath...well, that'd be where I put all my consoles...kind of like my gaming cave.

I would actually build on my living room and move the TV so it is mounted next to that window on the wall. Then I would move the sofa so that its back is to that huge wall (which is killer btw) maybe build rustic shelving by using old scaffolding planks (metal or wood) and use a thin metal to put it all together.

It is all in the details so I would make sure that you focus on really great lighting and elements that you love.

What am amazing space! We should all have such problems. ;) Agree with craftyoldman about breaking up the wall space with something like shelving. Perhaps paint a lighter color as well. Keep us posted.

Very cool looking space! Think I would put a house plant that would hang down over the end of the wall cabinets next to the door…I wonder if the door could change to something else..maybe faced with another material….would also get a large rug to create a little warmth where the sitting area / couch is...

This is a great space. I like the way you have the living area set up. I'm unclear on the location of the loft, and wonder where you sleep since you seem to have a sectional up there. I'd like to see the other half of the room. Is there another bank of windows in the space behind the sofa?

If you entertain, it might be nice to have a dining area, too.

I think the space just needs a bit more furnishing. It's appropriate to keep it pretty minimal though. If you'll upload more photos that show the parts we haven't seen, we can help you with that.

Some dining options with an industrial table and chairs (or replicas) by Cherner, Eames, and Saarinen:

It's a great loft, and I like the colour of the main wall. You need some soft furnishings and a decor 'theme'. Is there a particular style that you like? For example, are you influenced by a Japanese, Swedish or Parisian aesthetic? Do you like driftwood and metal? Do you prefer more casual contemporary, over formal and traditional? A Loft can be anything you want it to be when you decorate, beyond the industrial hardscape. Once you know what colours & theme you gravitate towards, then you can look to buy some art, sculpture, area rugs, throw pillows, storage solutions, home office items [desk/chair/lamp, etc.] that suit.
http://www.houzz.com/photos/products/japanese-style-house-design
http://livewellnetwork.com/Steven-and-Chris/episodes/Good-Better-Best-Loft-Style-Dining-Room/8891276?pid=8891271

http://vrayworld.com/index.php?section=members&project=jaroenruangkit-sittijet-loft-style

After taking a look at your idea books, it looks like you already have a good sense of what you like. Perhaps you need help sourcing the items and pulling it all together. You can hire a professional on Houzz that offers eDesign or Staging services. Rather than shopping at only high end places, you can 'copy' the looks you like by trying to find items at HomeGoods that resemble the furnishings that you admire. Enjoy the process! http://dressedbystyle.com/tag/rue-magazine.

We have done a few loft spaces. One thing that looks like it could really make a difference for you would be to introduce some better lighting in there. Another thing we are often brought in for is to introduce a few warmer materials, like wood. Depends on your personal outlook on that one, though.

You can help create "rooms" out of the bigger area by segregating the space using flooring. Whether you put an area rug, or something else- it may help to make the individual areas feel a little more comfortable.

I'd think about how to maximize that island area to be more of a feature.

It can be overwhelming when you have collected 150 photos for one area you wish to tackle. Break it down by identifying the elements in each space that attract you to it. Then decide your priorities and make a list to give you somewhere to start your search for that perfect item to complete your vision. Hope this helps:

Layering:
Floor covering / area rug
Window treatment / blinds
Main furniture / sofa, tables, chairs
Cushions + throws
Lighting / lamps and overhead
Accent furniture pieces / storage ottomans, etc.
Wall / prints, canvases, photos
Accessories / bowls, sculpture, vases, etc.
Natural elements / driftwood, fresh flowers, sea shells
Personality / hobbies, family treasures, favourite books

Plus you need to decide budget. $500, $5,000 or $50,000? Is that for each piece, each area, or the entire project? Will you stagger the project over a number of years, or do you want to complete it all at once? Answering these questions will determine whether you are shopping Craigslist, Walmart or Design Within Reach. ;)

Awesome space! I agree with the above comments to think about creating "rooms" by defining the sofa/tv area with an area rug or using a really tall bookcase against the wall between the sitting and eating areas or installing a big hanging light at the dining table. With such a big space, you need large scale furniture and accessories. The worst thing you could do is clutter up the space with lots of little stuff. Get a 8' tall houseplant/tree. Buy a bigger table and maybe add two wingback type leather chairs to the dining table. Invest in a really big piece of art - bring a photo of your place to local galleries and ask for suggestions. It won't be cheap, but it will really make the space feel complete. Have you checked out http://www.dotandbo.com/? They sell a lot of large scale lighting and loft appropriate furniture. Good luck!

Definitely doing an industrial heavy looking table would really help the space. I do like the idea of putting a big piece of art on the wall maybe over where the tv is.

Awesome space bro!

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The first goes live on February 3, 2015

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I hope it provides a lot of answers for you..