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Hide the blemishIn this home, a ceiling in poor condition was made over with wallpaper. In a tall room like this one, using a dark paper that makes the ceiling appear lower isn’t an issue and can even make the room feel more intimate.Bear in mind that the problems with a ceiling need to be purely cosmetic if you’re going to use wallpaper in this way to improve its looks. Call in a professional if you need to check the structure, and be aware there’s only so far you can go to disguise uneven surfaces – replastering may be required.
Choose sculptural piecesLiving room lighting should always be chosen for its good looks – but don’t assume it has to match or even coordinate. These table lamps are placed on a mantelpiece (in itself an unusual spot); there are two of them for pleasing symmetry, and they’re show-stoppingly, eye-catchingly unusual. Plus, they hold their own effortlessly against the over-the-top-fabulous ceiling pendant.
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