Nate Berkus Shares Stunning Design Inspiration That Has Us Looking Up

When it comes to elegant interior decor details, you can count on designer and HGTV star, Nate Berkus, to offer a variety of unexpected design inspiration. Specifically, the star of TLC's "Nate & Jeremiah by Design" has offered a unique ceiling design choice: By adding ornate details to a ceiling, you get a look that's as sophisticated and put together as it is chic. In a post on X, he shares images of three ceilings that include intricate molding details, similar to that of a coffered ceiling, which create stunning visual interest.

While they're often overlooked, ceilings are actually a crucial part of your home's overall architectural design. (They're not called the fifth wall for nothing.) Plain, basic ceilings, for example, can lack character and ultimately cause a space to feel flat, even if the rest of the space is dressed to the nines. But when you add sophisticated details, as shown in Berkus' post, it instantly creates drama, depth, and dimension. Not only that, but the look also helps tie the entire space together, drawing the eye upward for a surprising yet elegant twist – Nate Berkus proves that one simple change can turn a basic ceiling into a statement. 

At first glance, Berkus' design looks straight out of a Victorian mansion, so it makes sense to assume that it would be a complicated feat to add this to your home. However, according to Berkus' post on X, "A detailed ceiling isn't as hard to create as it looks, and adds so much depth and character to a room." You can employ molding to achieve this charming round ceiling.

A detailed ceiling isn't as hard to create as it looks, and adds so much depth and character to a room. Here are three spaces that show the transformative power of architectural details. Do you agree? pic.twitter.com/JXAabUmNMr

— Nate Berkus (@NateBerkus) March 25, 2025

Berkus makes a strong case for adding this stunning design to your home by sharing details alone. Textured details add plenty of value, making the space feel more dynamic while also creating the illusion of higher ceilings. Plus, the opulent details may also increase the actual financial value of your home.

But when it comes to styling the space, the possibilities are endless. With round details as shown in the second photo of the post, consider pairing it with additional trim details throughout the base and crown of your ceilings for added texture. Built-in cabinets with complementary trim along the walls can create cohesion. Following the image Berkus shared, you can also install a modern chandelier or pendant lights in the middle of the molding, and incorporate rounded furniture in the space to complement the circular details.