ceiling roses

Ornamental light mounts

Ceiling roses are decorative circular ornaments mounted where a light fixture meets the ceiling.

Traditional versions are plaster with ornate molding in classical or Victorian styles; modern ones may be plain discs that simply cover wiring.

Also called ceiling medallions in American English.

The original ceiling roses were painted over but still intact.

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geometric patterns · ornamentation · home renovation · heritage restoration · centrepiece · pendant light · minimalist decor · light fixture · medallion · cornice · plasterwork · plaster cast · metalwork

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Opposites
vertical architectural placement

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Trim covering wall base

skirting boards · floor tiles · floor registers

architectural function

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Horizontal beams supporting overhead surfaces

rafters · girders · lintels · trusses

design elaboration

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Secondary ceiling hung below

acoustic tiles · exposed concrete

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Timeless · Concrete · Rated G