Creating a Modern Vaulted and High Ceiling Design
It is important to develop a sense of warmth and comfort when designing the interior of a vaulted or high-ceilinged vault, while at the same time maintaining a sense of proportion. For room size, tall windows, exposed wooden beams, architectural features, and statement lighting can draw the eye to the top and open up and lighten a room.
Neutral colors like white, beige, grey or warm brown can help keep things open. The ceiling-mounted large artwork and curtains, greenery, textural walls, and interior furnishings all help to fill the vertical space, while not overwhelming the interior.
Vaulted and High Ceilings: A Balance of Space and Style
Vaulted ceilings and high ceilings can create a dramatic focal point and increase the spaciousness of living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and other interior rooms. Furniture needs to be sized properly for this extra ceiling height to ensure that it doesn’t look too small under it.
Large pendant lights, chandeliers, recessed lights, and wall sconces can provide warmth and help to establish areas. The use of exposed beams, ceiling panels, tall shelving, and matching materials can also add to the architectural character, while maintaining balance and cohesion in the design.
Why This Design Works
- Increases the size, light, and airiness of a room.
- Uses architectural articulation and scale.
- Allows tall windows and large-scale lighting fixtures.
- Complements exposed beams, textures and neutral colors beautifully.
- Perfect for bedrooms, open-plan living rooms, dining & living rooms.
