Because crown molding has existed for hundreds of years—in one form or another—there is a tendency to believe that our eyes have become accustomed to it. For those who have not fully perused the myriad of options that exist, when it comes to crown molding, the assumption is that it is tired and outdated. Nothing could be further from the truth. Not only has crown molding established a certain timelessness—in its flatter, less robust styles—but has also come to adopt new and vibrant forms. For those who continue to have their doubts, the following information is meant to show you four unique designs that may be the perfect addition to your home. If you are hoping to add structure, height or intrigue to your wall’s surfaces you just may find that crown molding is the way to go.
Deep, Rich Crown Molding
Since its inception, crown molding has achieved the most popularity in lighter colors. This is largely because crown molding has long been conceived of as a decorative finish meant to bring a room together; a finish meant to blend in rather than stand out. And of course, rich neutral creams and stark whites have allowed this finish to do just that.
In recent years, however, interior decorators have placed a new pressure on crown molding. This pressure has been to be more than just a subtle finish but rather one that creates emphasis and intrigue in a space. Accordingly, one unique crown molding design involves an unconventional coloration. Today, crown molding can be purchased in rich brown and even stark black tones. These crown moldings look beautiful—and more importantly, stand out—in old world rooms and office spaces. By framing a room in such a dark, masculine way you suggest a sense of ownership and control over the room. By implementing crown moldings with these unconventional colors, you aptly create a confident atmosphere within your abode.
Geometrically Interesting Designs
If you are hoping to incorporate an intriguing crown molding into your home, it is well worth looking into those with geometrically interesting designs. Traditional crown moldings are ornate and decorative: carrying with them a Victorian aesthetic. In recent years, more contemporary crown moldings have entered the scene. These contemporary fixtures tend to be clean and simple. In essence, they are long pieces of wood with exterior curves and perhaps one or two details.
If you want to integrate a fresh kind of crown molding into your home, consider using one with a design that moves away from either of these two options. More and more crown moldings make use of more intricate designs: like vines or other popular emblems. By using these unconventional designs, you advance a unique statement.
Layer, Layer, Layer
One incredibly unique approach to crown moldings is that of layering them. The layered approach consists of laying a more ornate cut of crown molding atop a simpler design. This technique works especially well in tall rooms which can accommodate this thicker—and thus more substantive use—of crown molding. By layering crown moldings, you are able to juxtapose and combine different design aesthetics. Accordingly, you reinforce an eclectic approach to aesthetics. This technique works especially well in rooms that privilege multiple styles; for example, contemporary and Victorian. By mixing and matching your crown moldings, you reinforce this eclectic approach to interior design all while creating a sense of cohesion in the room. The takeaway here is that layering works well in many different contexts and can be carried out masterfully in subtle doses. Crown moldings are a subtle enough finish to be able to create a beautiful marriage between styles.
Using Your Crown Moldings In A Fresh Fashion
Last but not least, you can render crown moldings unique in your very approach to them. In other words, they become unique not only in their own designs but in virtue of the ways that you use them. Instead of simply creating a border around your ceiling, you might want to consider making a border one third of the way up your wall. This will create a more prominent and emphatic sense of boundaries and structure in your room. Another unique way of using crown moldings is to create a border around your cabinetry. This will create a sense of richness and depth to these wonderful features, which might otherwise get lost in your room.
All in all, crown moldings are far from being a boring or outdated interior finish. If you like the idea of crown moldings but want to use them in the most inventive way possible, you can use the above design ideas to make a positive difference in the look of your home. Even if you do not want to pursue any of these design options exactly, they can serve as a source of inspiration for other design wonderful design ideas.