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Ceiling domes are hemispherical structures -- the hallow upper portion of a sphere -- which extend into a ceiling. Essentially, a dome is an arch rotated around its axis. Because of this, a dome is structurally sound and strong. Aesthetically, a dome adds a unique accent to a room, providing a stunning focal point. Ceiling domes can also open up a room, yielding height, space, and natural lighting. Smaller ceiling domes first appeared in India and the Middle East. It was not until the Roman Empire that the large scale domes like those of monuments, popular churches and important buildings were introduced. These domes were constructed of masonry and they required strong supporting walls because the weight of the dome experts thrust around its circumference. Today's contemporary domes for the home, office, and meeting place are smaller in scale than the classic giants, and more about style than support. Ceiling domes can be obtained in many circular and elliptical depths and designs to suit your needs. A tall dome gives a sense of height, while a shallow saucer dome gives the appearance of horizontal space. A ceiling dome can be painted to match the color of a room, or its interior painted with frescoes, like those of the famous Baroque and Renaissance churches. The domes of churches were often painted with the peasant artistic semi-illusion of cloud and day or night sky. A decorative rim with receeded lighting can add ambiance to a room. A dome works well on its own, or with other accents, like recessed wall niches and moldings. When used with ceiling medallions or panels, an attractive contrast between recesse and extruded spaces if achieved.

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