Authentic Industrial Loft Above Working Battery Recycling Facility w/ Vintage Detroit Terroir
Hosted by Russ Kelbick
SuperHost · 9 years hosting
Acid fumes · Lead recycling below · Industrial access 24/7 · Eye irritant possible
Russ converted this Detroit loft himself and says the industrial vibe is completely authentic because it genuinely is industrial, not just aesthetically. The recycling facility below hums pleasantly at night and the faint acidic tang he calls vintage Detroit terroir — you don't get that in a boutique hotel. Ventilation is a feature, not a bug, which is why he put in two extra fans. He says the views down onto the facility floor through the factory windows are unlike anything on the platform.
What this place offers
House rules
- · Keep fans running — Russ is clear on this
- · Do not lean on or open factory-floor windows
- · Facility staff have access to shared stairwell 24/7
- · No eating on the facility side of the apartment
Hosted by Russ Kelbick
SuperHost · 9 years hosting
Response rate
100%
Response time
within 30 minutes
Languages
English, Fluent in liability waivers
Russ converted this Detroit loft himself and says the industrial vibe is completely authentic because it genuinely is industrial. The recycling facility below hums pleasantly at night and the faint acidic tang in the air he calls 'vintage Detroit terroir.' Ventilation is a feature, not a bug — he put in two extra fans.
4.77 · 7 reviews
Todd & Wendy H.
Grand Rapids, MI
The vintage Detroit terroir is absolutely a real thing. Exposed brick, industrial windows, and a pleasant metallic tang in the evening air. Russ built something special here.
Fiona
Brisbane, AU
The industrial vibe is completely authentic because it genuinely is industrial and I appreciate that honesty. The fans are effective. Great stay.
Marcus Q.
Brooklyn, NY
Legitimately stylish loft. The floor hum from the recycling facility is rhythmic and actually helped me sleep. Russ is quick and helpful.
Sterling C.
Chattanooga, TN
This is the Detroit loft aesthetic without the artificially distressed furniture. Everything here is actually distressed by actual industry. Authentic.
Derek A.
Phoenix, AZ
Russ's extra fans are noisy but they earn their keep. The air quality by morning was totally fine. The exposed brick is beautiful.
Denise W.
Sacramento, CA
Taste of something metallic in the mouth from arrival to departure. The loft is genuinely gorgeous and Russ was very responsive with suggestions for mouth rinse.
Response from host
The ventilation is certified and the metallic taste is very mild on low-activity processing days! I've added a note about processing schedules so guests can plan accordingly. Great guest, great feedback.
Celeste R.
New Orleans, LA
Perfect urban retreat. The hum is real, the brick is real, the grit is real. Russ is warm and the price is unbeatable for the space.