If you're not enamored with that exposed basement ceiling, you might want to consider an inventive DIY to transform the space ...

David Bromstad is an advocate for color on the ceiling. However, if your ceilings reach a specific height, that opens the ...

Traditional coffered, or box-beam, ceilings feature deep beams that work best with higher ceilings — but the same geometric look can be achieved with molding at a standard ceiling height.

And then there are those who go for the more dramatic, like painting a ceiling a dark blue or rich deep red. Where do you stand? Take our poll and let us know. Add a comment if you'd like.

Q:I have a 23-year-old condo in San Francisco with medium-size rooms and low ceilings. My painter is recommending painting the wall and ceilings one color to create the illusion of height.