This patio is almost an outdoor room, with a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and rustic brick. Modern furniture plus outdoor appliances, like a mini fridge and TV, help the area function as an ...

Wooden beam ceilings have always been a classic element of home design. Not only do they add warmth to a room, but they are ...

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The bedroom itself has a vaulted ceiling with a reclaimed ridge beam, while the flooring is French oak planks in random widths. The adjacent bathroom has a modern, spalike feel.

The 2,900-square-foot luxury estate boasts vaulted post-and-beam ceilings, new white-oak floors, a living room with a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, and a chef's kitchen with high-end appliances.

The vaulted great room, with its floor-to-ceiling windows and atrium doors, brings the outdoors in. The central fireplace adds warmth, while the deck invites easy access to fresh air and scenic views.