A ceiling with a pop of color, a stylish ceiling fan or detailed trim work can give a room personality and character. Ceiling décor can also add drama to an otherwise dull space, giving the illusion of height in a compact room, or can increase the feeling of intimacy in a large room.

Here are some ideas straight out of this year’s GRO Parade of Homes to consider as you build or remodel your home:

  • Fun with Paint – Contrasting ceiling and wall colors give a room modern appeal. Builders and interior designers recommend using deeper shades, like eggplant or cocoa, to make a large space cozier. Softer shades (white included) can be used to make a smaller space feel larger. Wallpaper has made a comeback with many selecting elaborate or bold patterns to spice up the space to suit their unique styles.

DESIGNER PRO-TIP: Avoid using the same color or pattern on both the walls and the ceiling. Doing so tends to make a room feel small and closeted.

  • Structured Design – When it comes to custom ceiling design, the only limit is the imagination. Popular options in this year’s show include coffered ceilings, which feature a symmetrical grid of painted beams; tray ceilings, which give off a recessed look; and ceilings featuring various woods or exposed wood trusses. Detailed trim work and ceiling medallions also add flair to a room.
  • Specialty Lighting – Specialty fixtures can complete any room. Whether it involves a custom-made or a store-bought fixture, designers are finding ways to showcase lighting as a piece of art rather than just serving functional purposes. Recessed lighting, pendant lamps and chandeliers are being paired with other ceiling details to make a statement.
  • Keeping Cool in Style – Among decorative home features, ceiling fans stand out as the most wanted item, with 88 percent of buyers rating them essential and desirable, according to the latest What Home Buyers Want survey by the National Association of Home Builders. In fact, ceiling fans have consistently remained the number one home décor feature over many years. Though in high demand for both their aesthetic appeal and practical application, when it comes to style, it’s all about personal preference and comfort.
  • Out of Sight Height – Ceiling height makes an instant impression. Though ceilings that are 9 feet or taller are falling out of favor due to concerns about energy efficiency, high ceilings on the first floor are still desirable, particularly among Millennials. Ceilings that are too high, however, can make a room feel cold and uninviting. That’s why GRO Parade of Homes builders and designers recommend the use of light fixtures, ceiling beams and paint to better define a space or make it cozier.
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