You’ll often find – likely, in your own home as well – that ceilings tend to be overlooked. Commonly, a nice chandelier is as far as we go with their design.
However, if there’s one thing you can note about truly opulent interiors – let it be the fact that a lot of effort was put into the ceiling.
If your own interior lacks that something to really pop off, look up. Your ceiling may just be the answer.
In the meantime, here are 22 lovely ceiling ideas to consider!
1. Delft Inspired Ceiling
If you plan to design yourself an elegant interior with blue accents, then Delft decor is a must-have.
Though it’s often met in the shape of pottery, why not take it up to the ceiling? You’re sure to end up with a timelessly beautiful design.
Warning: You may need to start handing out neck pillows to any guests.
2. Sunroof Imitation
Have a sunroof imitation painted on your ceiling for an intricate yet breezy effect.
This kind of artistic approach has the potential to bring a lot of personality to your space.
3. Round Ceiling
Give your interior that medieval cathedral vibe mixed with Mediterranean rustic.
In our day and age, we really don’t get to witness round ceilings very often, ensuring complete uniqueness of your interior if you do get one.
4. Ceiling Tiles
Ennoble your space with some vintage elegance by incorporating intricate ceiling tiles.
5. Optical Wallpaper
Search for geometrical and illusionary wallpaper designs to upscale your ceiling.
Make sure they match the vibe of your interior overall.
6. Romantic Design
For true romantics, a floral ceiling will just hit the spot.
The right design will make the room appear both softer and more dynamic. Just be careful about your choice of colors.
7. Metallic Accents
Add metallic accents to your ceiling’s design for retro appeal.
8. Downward Spiral
When choosing ceiling lights, go for the most unique option.
Your regular flat ceiling with a nice chandelier just won’t cut it in some interiors.
9. Soft Shade
For your outdoor living area or patio, look for ceiling solutions that won’t completely block the sunlight.
Depending on the climate you live in, you may need to add a protective layer of glass to the porous ceiling. Either way, the end result is a pleasant, spa-like atmosphere.
10. Extension of a Wall
While you’d commonly have the walls designed to be in harmony and the ceiling standing out, how about you switch things up?
Choose one wall that will match the ceiling. This can make for a truly unique interior.
11. Sectioned
Choose a section of your interior that’s going to get a round ceiling and watch as it transforms the entire space.
It’s best to have this section right above the central parts of the room – such as the bathtub if we’re talking bathroom, the bed, the dining table or an accent piece in the lounge.
12. A Unique Baldachin Solution
Though some baldachins are suspended on the bedframe, the vast majority actually come down from the ceiling.
Create an alternative baldachin solution to make your bedroom truly unique.
13. Styrofoam to the Rescue
We’re so over wires and cables ruining the vibe of our pretty ceiling lights.
Styrofoam ceiling decor is a simple, budget-friendly, and above all decorative solution. It can singlehandedly make an ordinary ceiling become elegant and put-together.
14. Vibrant Lights
Use various light solutions – especially neon lights – to create a strong contrast in the design of your ceiling.
This is ideal for homeowners who like a little futuristic edge in their interiors.
15. Ceiling Beams
The vibe is vibing in the above living room thanks to the homey appeal of the wooden beams.
You can use them to make your interior appear more dynamic, warmer, or rustic. And in certain designs, they may even promote the industrial appeal in the space.
16. Antique Inspired
Incorporate various carving and painting techniques into the design of your ceiling panels to give them the old-fashioned appeal.
17. Wooden Ceiling
For organic modern, Wabi Sabi and Japandi spaces, linear wooden panels are an ideal addition to the ceiling.
It’s yet another way to blend traditional materials with modern design.
18. Harmony of the Space
For an entirely harmonious interior, keep the walls monochrome, including the ceiling.
19. Create a Theme
Create sections in the interior that will each carry a theme that extends to the ceiling.
20. Black Ceiling
A black ceiling is a whole vibe on its own.
Whether it supports the running theme in the interior or provides contrast to the white wall, a black ceiling is an unusual and effective choice.
21. Add Levels
To make the interior appear more dynamic, add levels to your ceiling.
For instance, lower the outer edges and install small lights into them. This makes the inner part of the ceiling and subsequently, the chandelier stand out much more.
22. LED Tape Supremacy
LED tape is everywhere and it’s for a reason.
Use it to highlight sections of your ceiling and make it a true accent of your room.
In Conclusion
Much like the floor needs a rug and a trim to appear more put together, so does the ceiling.
Although you may not look up to your ceiling very often, it still affects the overall appearance of the room – and not in a shy way, to quote Frank Sinatra.
Choose one of the various existing trends and techniques to turn your ceiling into the accent it deserves to be.