Often referred to by designers as the fifth wall in a room, the ceiling is a great place to experiment with color, pattern, design and more. Consider redoing your own ceilings in the new year to bring more life into your home.

To learn more about the types of ceiling design styles that will be important in 2025, we spoke to a few interior designers who share their best predictions, below.

High gloss paint

Don’t let your ceiling go unnoticed—draw attention to it by painting it with a high-gloss paint, says Gray Joyner, founder of Gray Joyner Interiors. Joyner explains how it’s a great way to add a touch of color and drama to a space. While the ceiling could technically be painted with any type of finish, Joyner notes that high gloss is the best choice because of its reflective nature and ability to bounce light around the room.

When choosing a paint color, the direction you go in is entirely up to you. Joyner says you can go for matching looks or even mix and match finishes if you want.

“A shop with semi-gloss walls would look very chic with the same high-gloss color on the ceiling,” adds the designer.

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Background

According to Joyner, the popularity of wallpaper on the ceiling has increased in recent years and will continue to remain in fashion in 2025. The color and pattern you choose is entirely up to you; go subtle or bold depending on your personal design style.

Besides looking chic, sticking wallpaper on the ceiling and then painting the remaining four walls of the room can be an inexpensive design tactic, says Joyner, noting that many wallpaper images are quite expensive.

Jennifer Laouari, co-founder of Morgan Madison Designs, likes to cover an entire room with wallpaper when possible, even when square footage is lacking.

“In smaller spaces like foyers, bold wall-to-ceiling wallpaper creates a completely immersive experience,” she says. “No surface is left untouched, ensuring that every angle feels considered.”

Hand painted murals

Hand-painted murals and frescoes, although by no means a new technique, continue to be a favorite of designers well into the 21st century.

“The timeless elegance they offer brings a breath of European grandeur to even the most contemporary spaces,” explains Kara Childress, founder of Kara Childress Interior Atelier. “These intricate designs allow for a highly personalized statement that transforms a room into something truly extraordinary.”

Sculptural plaster works

Another classic option is sculptural plaster, which will add plenty of ornate detail to any ceiling in the home and is experiencing a resurgence in the design world, according to Childress.

“These classic, handcrafted elements add a level of artistry and depth that elevates the ceiling to be just as stunning as the rest of the room,” she says. “It’s a perfect nod to the past while embracing the present.”

Tiled Ceilings

Laouari says tiled ceilings will soon take the design world by storm. Laouari explains that coffered ceilings are a common trick that’s quickly gaining popularity, so it won’t be long before it becomes a signature feature in homes everywhere.

Natural materials

Consider bringing the outdoors in as it relates to your ceilings, says Childress.

“Natural materials, especially stone and reclaimed wood, have long been favorites of mine for their underlying, organic qualities,” she says, adding that incorporating these features into the ceiling will result in a warm, timeless environment.

Joyner is all about wood ceilings and predicts they will grow in popularity in the coming years. She explains how wooden ceilings instantly bring warmth and richness to a space.

“It’s a great way to give texture and interest to a room that’s designed to feel more neutral,” Joyner explains.