Wood Beam and Plank Ceiling Ideas for Stunning Interior Design

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Designers often call the ceiling the “fifth wall.” Look up in the room you are in now and you’ll notice how much of the visual field the ceiling occupies. Beyond the safe choice of white or a bold painted color, the ceiling is an opportunity for architectural interest. I love architectural details—do you?

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When you add a major ceiling treatment that will always be above you, think carefully about how it affects the whole room. Consider ceiling height, the home’s architectural style, the visual weight of beams or boards, their width and finish, and whether they will be stained or painted. Those choices should complement the floors, windows, walls and other elements in the space.

Below are a variety of examples showing how wood planks and beams bring character to different rooms. These ideas range from rustic to refined and demonstrate how ceiling treatments can define a space without overwhelming it.

John Lewis