The free spirited nature of the modern-day loft juxtaposed with antiques and open brick; highlighted with extremely large windows and tall ceilings, has made this one of the most up-to-the-minute lifestyle movements in the twenty something bunch across America.

Once chosen by artists and other creative community, loft living has taken on a soul of its own, and is considered to be a pretty prestigious way to live. Numerous lofts are situated within a renewed warehouse or old fix up factory. However, in some cities, new condo or apartment developments are being built that are committed to loft spaces or which have the penthouse floor units as desirable lofts. New condo buyers and renters alike long for each of these.

What a beginning loft resident doesn’t appreciate are the many challenges that come with beautifying and furnishing a expansive, airy loft home. It can be quite a challenge to turn out areas without cramming or boxing in the natural flow of space. You want all spots to be visible to the high ceilings and massive windows to gain from the natural light.

A few tips for accentuating your high ceiling space…

1.    Use big, oversized ceiling fans made from warm woods and shiny metals, to guide the eye up and circulate the air. At once it is practical and inspiring.

2.    Leave all the substantial custom wood beams, mantel corbels, oak newels and original pipes exposed. If you are going to plaster over the most unique facets of your loft space, you might as well relocate to a condo.

3.    Think ENORMOUS when you are selecting lighting for your ceiling in the central living space. You want the lighting to be effective and exciting. Large drum shades and large chandeliers can be exceptional choices.

Many lofts have a unique stairway that ascends to the master bedroom area that is not a bedroom – but simply an fashionable sleeping space that has open views to the living space below. This design layout can also offer challenges but proposes the best chance to accentuate the high ceilings. For your hand railings, choose either natural solid wood that is stained to work with the inviting exposed brick, or use cast iron which is in keeping with the roots of the building. For the baluster parts, definitely consider made to order wrought iron that come in straight or curved, decorative or basic, large or chic balustrades.

If you are fortunate enough to be the owner of a loft, you already know that you have somewhere very exceptional to live. Now be unafraid in your decor decisions and make it the most stunning space it can be. You chose an alternative home style – why settle for ordinary in interior design?

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