Recently I was looking for a specific light fitting for a room with a low ceiling, but I got side tracked and totally worked up with the nonsense advise I found on the internet. Bad opinions and misconceptions about what you should do with your low ceiling are abundant and sometimes shocking to say the least.
Not all low ceilings are equal, and not all rules apply to all rooms with low ceilings – the size and shape of the room, the windows, natural light, architecture, purpose and personal style all plays a role.
However, there are a few basic things you can do to create the illusion of height that will work almost everywhere.
Before you rush out and spend money and effort to rectify your low ceiling, beware – there is a lot of crap on the internet. Hiring a professional to look at your specific scenario is definitely worth it.
Here is what I’ve learned over the years:
If you want to make the right choices form the start AND love your space, contact me for an online or in-person consultation
Over to you – what’s the worse interior advice you’ve ever received?
And have you’ve been wondering what you can do to give your room a fresh look?
Maybe you have plenty of ideas, but you just need to bounce them off someone with experience.
That’s exactly what a Design Jumpstart Session is for. Together we’ll be looking at your space, talking though what isn’t working, and exploring practical ideas that suit you home and the way you live.
Sometimes all you need is a fresh pair of eyes, or a new perspective to move your project forward.
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If you feel stuck with your own design, or have a question about your room layout, ask me a question here. I love the challenge of a good design dilemma!
Cheers for now
Mia
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Hello, I’m Mia
For more than 20 years I’ve been guiding clients just like you, and I still love that moment when faces light up as the design elements start coming together, and a space begins to feel just right.
Having designed homes across Europe, Africa and now the Pacific Northwest, I bring an international perspective, and my approach is always personal and practical. I believe a home should not only look beautiful; it should feel good, function well and make everyday life a little easier.
Through In Form Design, I help homeowners sort through the possibilities, make informed decisions, and gain peace of mind knowing it’s done right from the start.
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