At M. Ferrari & Company, we believe that every surface tells a story. With over 30 years of experience in bespoke boutique interior design, our philosophy blends timeless elegance with modern livability; crafting interiors that are deeply personal, quietly luxurious, and exquisitely curated.
One design element making a bold return? The ceiling. Often referred to as the “fifth wall,” the ceiling offers untapped potential to transform a space. And one of our favorite techniques for adding depth, texture, and style overhead is the use of wallpapered ceilings.
Designing from the Top Down
In today’s curated residential interiors, ceilings are no longer afterthoughts; they're becoming visual centerpieces. Wallpapered ceilings offer a contemporary alternative to traditional treatments like coffers or plaster, bringing layered texture and personality into a room in an unexpected way.
From soft metallic sheens to botanical motifs and woven grasscloths, ceiling wallpaper introduces a sense of completion, turning overlooked planes into elevated design statements. For our team at M. Ferrari & Company, it’s another tool in the art of balancing bold and subtle - where even the ceiling contributes to the soul of the space.
Why Wallpaper the Ceiling?
This elegant design move is about more than just aesthetics. Wallpapered ceilings provide both form and function:
Create Height & Drama
By drawing the eye upward, wallpaper enhances vertical space - making rooms feel taller, airier, and more refined.Introduce Texture & Warmth
Especially in minimalist rooms, a textured ceiling offers dimension without overpowering the space. Materials like grasscloth, silk, or matte metallics add quiet richness.Define Spaces in Open-Concept Homes
In homes or boutique settings with open layouts, wallpapered ceilings help delineate zones - lending intimacy to dining areas or lounges without physical partitions.Enhance Architectural Details
Tray, vaulted, or domed ceilings become focal points when treated with wallpaper, highlighting architectural features with intention and grace.
Where We Love to Use Them
This refined technique works beautifully in both residential and hospitality interiors. Some of our favorite applications include:
Dining Rooms & Living Rooms
A wallpapered ceiling creates a sense of enclosure and sophistication - perfect for entertaining spaces that aim to impress.Bedrooms & Retreat Spaces
Subtle patterns above the bed provide a cocooning, calming effect ideal for relaxation.Luxury Boutique Interiors
High-end retail or hospitality spaces gain distinction and branding personality through artful ceiling design.Powder Rooms & Bathrooms
These smaller, often windowless rooms are perfect for bold ceiling statements that transform the space into a jewel box.
Timeless Elegance, Tailored to You
At M. Ferrari & Company, every project begins with our clients’ vision and evolves through thoughtful craftsmanship. Whether it’s a softly layered bedroom ceiling or a striking boutique installation, our custom interior design services are rooted in balance, beauty, and livability.
Looking for more ways to transform the unexpected corners of your home? Check out our Bonus Spaces feature, where we reimagine small nooks, pass-throughs, and auxiliary rooms as opportunities for high-impact design. Just like wallpapering a ceiling, giving love to these often-overlooked areas adds a layer of thoughtfulness and luxury that elevates your entire home. From jewel-box powder rooms to whimsical hallways, we believe every space deserves its moment—and the ceiling is just the beginning.
Let’s design something extraordinary, together.
Contact Melissa M. Ferrari, Principal
M. Ferrari and Company
209 Tennyson Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412.760.5105
melissa@mferrariandcompany.com
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