Exposed ceiling beams are a rare and exciting feature to have in your home — one that should elevate your existing space and personal style. However, selecting the right shade for your ceiling beams ...

No matter the look of a room’s interior or the style of the decor, exposed ceiling beams can add depth and warmth to a home’s ambiance. The trend is more than a decor choice. Starter homes with ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It might be easy to overlook the ceiling — what designers call the "fifth wall" — when revamping a room, ...

When Jim and Jennifer Sergent bought their home in suburban Arlington, Virginia, two years ago, they appreciated its modern look — the exposed wood beams and the nature trail that passes in front of ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Megan Buerger, Special to The Washington Post Lusting after exposed brick walls or a ceiling punctuated with rustic wood beams? Here’s an idea: Fake it.