An industrial, pastel chic hostel with plenty of ideas for home bathrooms and bedrooms

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Not all hostels look as good as Long Story Short. This hostel, located in Olomouc, Czech Republic, is in a beautiful brick building from the 17th century, so designer Denisa Strmiskova decided to add contemporary touches without losing too much of its original history. Check out the brilliant designs you can use in your own home.

Photos: Josef Kubicek

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The arched ceiling gives the common area a cosy ambience, while its raw texture add an edgy vibe.

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The reception counter is clad in a rippled shipping container surface. A cool idea for the kitchen island!

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We love the steel stairs leading up to the mezzanine level.

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The hostel has a running theme of steel and wood -- very industrial chic!

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Instead of glass walls for the mezzanine level or room partitions, why not white mesh railings?

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The open-concept bathroom is demarcated with a different tile.

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The powder coated steel fittings and exposed bulb -- usual elements of industrial style -- is pared down with smooth countertop surfaces and minimalist silhouettes.