Wooden beams add interest to high ceilings.
Without a doubt, tall ceilings and windows add a sense of drama to a room. The "wow" factor that these architectural elements present also comes with a decorating challenge. But if this describes your den, embrace these features and make them a highlight of your room that family and friends can enjoy.
Instructions
Decorating Ceilings
1. Add texture and definition to the ceiling by installing beams, especially for high ceilings that have a pitch. Align wooden beams in a horizontal pattern on flat ceilings.
2. Paint the ceiling in a color that complements the walls and ties the room together. Keep in mind that semi-gloss paints make a ceiling look even higher, so you may want to opt for a flat finish.
3. Use low-hanging chandeliers or pendant lights to brighten the room and to draw the eye down from the ceiling.
Decorating Windows
4. Hang pictures and artwork up to the height of the window to put focus on the accessories rather than the height of the window.
5. Install built-in shelving up to the height of the window to store books and to display accessories and collections.
6. Outline windows with decorative molding, and finish with ornate cornice pieces that are painted in a contrasting color from the wall.
7. Hang curtains from a rod spanning from the top of the window, and let the fabric cascade to the floor.
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