Don’t Forget the Fifth Wall! Why Your Ceilings & Floors Deserve Just as Much Love

When most people start designing a room — or building a home from scratch — their mind immediately goes to the walls, the cabinets, the furniture, the paint colors… all the “usual suspects.” And hey, those things are important! But can we have a real moment?

The two largest surfaces in your entire room — your ceiling and your floor — are usually the most overlooked.

Yep. The literal biggest design opportunities in your home often get ignored, rushed, or just painted white and called done. But if you want a room that truly feels finished, elevated, thoughtful, and full of personality, you cannot forget the Fifth Wall (your ceiling!) and its best friend down below (your floors!).

Let’s talk about how to use both of these major surfaces to totally transform your space.

Floors set the tone for your entire home. They’re the first thing your feet touch every morning and the start of your design. And they do so much more than most people realize.

Here’s how to use flooring to tell your design story:

Not every room needs the same surface! Switching materials — hardwood, tile, stone, carpet — gives each space its own vibe and purpose.

Want a cozy bedroom? Carpet can bring warmth.

Need durability? Tile or luxury vinyl works great.

Looking for flow? A consistent hardwood throughout is stunning, but you can still get creative in specific zones.

Tiles aren’t just “tile.” They’re puzzle pieces for art on your floor.

Consider:

These instantly give your room character and create incredibly eye-catching spaces (especially entryways, laundry rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and mudrooms).

Rugs soften a room, anchor furniture, and bring so much visual depth. Layering a rug on wood, tile, or stone adds warmth and dimension, while adding a rug over carpet defines the room. And mixing patterns or textures in your rug selection can completely shift the energy of the space.

Carpet doesn’t need to be beige… unless beige is your thing.

Patterned carpet, tone-on-tone designs, subtle geometrics, stripes, or even fully saturated colors can absolutely elevate a space. Think:

Carpet can be fun. Let it be fun.

Oh, the ceiling. The underappreciated surface of the century. This is the spot where you can bring extra magic into your home without overwhelming the room. A statement ceiling is an instant way to elevate your entire design.

Consider:

These aren’t just cool features — they change how the room feels.

A painted ceiling can:

From a soft warm beige to a bold charcoal to a dusty sage, paint can make your ceiling part of the design instead of just a white afterthought.

Wallpaper on the ceiling? Absolutely.

Especially in:

Florals. Texture. Murals. Metallic prints. This is where you get to be brave and creative and add that “wow, I never thought of that” moment.

Wood slats, paneling, geometric trim layouts — all of these add texture and dimension. They can go modern, traditional, rustic, or completely custom depending on what fits your home.

Ceiling design is one of the fastest ways to instantly elevate your room and make it feel intentionally designed from top to bottom.

The real beauty comes from the balance between these two surfaces. Think:

When you let every surface participate in the design, the entire space feels cohesive, layered, and professionally put together.

Listen… the options are endless. And that can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in!

Our design team knows how to bring all five walls together plus the floors, so your space feels intentional, beautiful, and totally you. You don’t have to guess. You don’t have to fear making the wrong choice. You don’t have to design your ceiling in a vacuum.

You just need the right guidance, the right eyes, and the right designer.

Hi, it’s us.

We’re here to help you make your floors and ceilings look and feel just as amazing as the rest of your room.