Asked on Jan 16, 2012
The FIFTH wall:
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What is the fifth wall? It is your ceiling. So often we take care of floors, furnishing and windows but leave a project incomplete. Your ceiling is an integral part of the "emotional envelope" that we are trying to create. . . it is the FEELING we want to evoke the minute you enter a space.
You have already seen 2 key elements of the redesign of this dining room: the walls ( http://www.hometalk.com/activity/114791) and the columns ( http://www.hometalk.com/activity/93928). Now here is a close look at the third element. . . the ceiling!
This home had beautiful carvings on the ceiling and an elaborate medallion. We needed to show them off. They were painted with many tones of bronze and gold that were inspired by tones in the light fixtures and window treatments. To tie it all together, these same colors were used on the capitals and bases of the columns.
Very few of us have ceilings with such elaborate details. But the addition of a color other than white and a simple ceiling medallion is a cost effective way to draw your eye up and complete a space.
You have already seen 2 key elements of the redesign of this dining room: the walls ( http://www.hometalk.com/activity/114791) and the columns ( http://www.hometalk.com/activity/93928). Now here is a close look at the third element. . . the ceiling!
This home had beautiful carvings on the ceiling and an elaborate medallion. We needed to show them off. They were painted with many tones of bronze and gold that were inspired by tones in the light fixtures and window treatments. To tie it all together, these same colors were used on the capitals and bases of the columns.
Very few of us have ceilings with such elaborate details. But the addition of a color other than white and a simple ceiling medallion is a cost effective way to draw your eye up and complete a space.
BEFORE. . . details are barely seen.
AFTER. . . the harsh contrast of white is gone and the raised details come alive. The remaining trim acts as an outline to punctuate the space.
Blended with the columns and fabrics.
The raised carvings come to life and tie in with the top of the columns.
BEFORE. . . can you even see it?
Now it becomes a grand feature and focal point of the space.
Doesn't the elegant fixture look even BIGGER and more important.
29 answers
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That's a great point you have there Wallstreat. You did a great job!
Dan's of Central Florida, Inc.
on Jan 16, 2012
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I most certainly agree, it is definitely the 5th wall! I always do something different whether making it a lighter color, or adding a design.
Faidra at CA Global Inc
on Jan 16, 2012
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Yes, in most homes this is an overlooked element in the design! You bring up a very good point!
Yamini LEED AP at Urbanmotifs
on Jan 16, 2012
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This is exquisite. No other words.
Miriam Illions
on Jan 16, 2012
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With that beautiful ceiling treatment, you just made the other walls jealous!
SawHorse Design Build
on Jan 16, 2012
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The trim in here was beautiful and you made it gorgeous! I absolutely love this ceiling!
MJN & Associates Interiors
on Jan 16, 2012
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How pretty. I like seeing color on ceiling. I'm over hearing it makes our giant rooms look too small. It's cozy (-; Way to go Kass. Every house a painted ceiling. After seeing these pics, I think I'll start a ceiling painting company, if my neck can bear it any longer. CP
Peace Painting Co., Inc.
on Jan 16, 2012
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Thank you everyone. MJN, I have you to thank for this. You pulled this design together and gave me great direction. I know our client loves it.
WallsTreat Studio/ Kass Wilson
on Jan 16, 2012
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Peace, I feel your pain! If I am up on a ladder or scaffold, I can easily work 10-12 hours. But, on a ceiling, 6 is about the max I can stand. . . then I get cranky!!!!!
WallsTreat Studio/ Kass Wilson
on Jan 16, 2012
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...and we don't want a Kranky Kass !!! ;-) Love this !!
Amazing Improvements and Garages
on Jan 17, 2012
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what a nightmare of a job. I wonder how long it took you?
Marg C
on Jan 17, 2012
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Each project, the walls, columns and ceiling had different layers that had to dry in between. So, I would go from one to the next and then the next. By that time the first one was dry and I could start with the next layers. That is why "bundling" projects is much more cost effective than trying to do each element individually. All total, I blocked out a week to complete the decorative painting on everything.
WallsTreat Studio/ Kass Wilson
on Jan 17, 2012
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I'm a retired carpenter and that's very nice work
Bill B
on Jan 17, 2012
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Amazing work!
Jennifer T
on Jan 17, 2012
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That is absolutely beautiful. Everything is in scale, not overdone, completely in harmony with what I can see of the rest of the photo. It's too elegant for my life style but I surely see the beauty in it! Good job!!!!!
SHARON W
on Jan 17, 2012
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This looks beautiful. I love the ceiling.
Melissa L
on Jan 17, 2012
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That is beautiful !!!!
JP S
on Jan 17, 2012
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Here are pictures of the wall mural and Fiber Optic Lite Star Ceiling in the Serenity Room!!! Clarence "Tulips"
Clarence N
on Jan 17, 2012
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Hey Kass, Love this room-- You guys did a great job! Love the columns!!!
Designs by Paisley { At Home with Paisley- Radio Show }
on Jan 17, 2012
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OMG, Paisley!!!! Welcome to Hometalk. Give me a call. . . we need to catch up.
WallsTreat Studio/ Kass Wilson
on Jan 17, 2012
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Will do!
Designs by Paisley { At Home with Paisley- Radio Show }
on Jan 17, 2012
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Nice the most neglected "wall" of the house given the royal treatment .KUDOS!!!!!
Jane C
on Jan 18, 2012
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Bronze Details Are Great. To bad the Wall Color killed the whole mood of the room
Najwa S
on Feb 10, 2012
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This person has a right to he opion, but I think it's the best. i would love to know how you did it. Please let my know of you'r plans at debbyfain2010@hotmail.com. i am going to do one also. THANKS
DEBBY F
on Jun 08, 2012
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I like both. ;0)
Andrea S
on Oct 04, 2015
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Me too, I like both. But the bronze gives a whole other dimension on the place, royal. With the walls redone, you could be very easily impressed while walking in there. More like a museum than a living place. Don't get me wrong, everybody has their own taste. This room is not for me. I would start whispering...
Swinnen Lisette
on Jun 10, 2016
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Well, the color is perfect for a formal home in the south. It would not work in a Ca home or a french home. Geography does play a role in decorating. The title of this project was the 5th wall. Not the 1-4 walls. The entire room is lovely. I love the faux finishes I see!
Stephanie corley
on Sep 22, 2016
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Finally, somebody who believes in "decorating" the ceiling as I do! I really dislike plain white ceilings. This is an elaborate beauty; thanks for sharing this work of art!
Carole White
on Sep 26, 2016
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I like the original one....
Car7449182
on Oct 24, 2016
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