8 Design Ideas for Double-Height Living Rooms to Wow Your Guests

Soaring ceilings, elevated style.

No architectural element adds drama quite like a double-height ceiling. As its name suggests, it’s twice as high as regular ceilings creating a spacious feel. For some, double-height interiors are the pinnacle of elegance, evoking luxury and grandeur.

If your house is blessed with this type of architecture, here are some ways you can take advantage of these open and airy interiors to create amazing spaces that maximise natural light, add depth, and elevate the overall aesthetic.

1. A hotel lounge-style living room on the East Coast.

This living room feels bright and airy thanks to the double-height ceiling and large window panel that create a feel of sitting in a hotel lounge. Blaine Robert Design installed floor-to-ceiling motorised drapes to cover the windows, allowing the homeowner to control the amount of light that enters the room.

Visitors' attention is drawn to the draperies, prompting them to look up and admire the timber paneled ceiling and the exquisite pendant lighting. Meanwhile, the turquoise and bright orange chairs offset the neutral tones of this space.

2. A mezzanine with stunning outdoor views in Shah Alam

Nestled in the serene Eco Sanctuary, this 1500 sqft condominium boasts a double-volume ceiling that floods the open-plan living room with plenty of natural light. The lofty ceiling provided Interior Hunters with a unique opportunity to creatively enhance the space. They added a mezzanine facing the double-volume window, to provide a perfect spot to enjoy the stunning outdoor views.

Furthermore, the designer cleverly incorporates hidden drawers on the steps, maximising storage space while combining flair and functionality.

3. A cosy and laid-back living room in Setia Alam

This living area has a cosy and warm atmosphere thanks to the double-height ceiling and french glass windows that open up the space and connect it to the outdoor environment. The tall ceiling is adorned with geometric iron pendant lights, which keep the area from looking empty and unfinished.

The choice of soft and neutral tones makes the room appear inviting and creates a sense of harmony in the space. Surface R also added low furniture to foster comfort when relaxing in the living room while accentuating the sheer height of the space.

4. A bright and airy kitchen in USJ

The double-height ceiling in this dining area and kitchen immediately draws your attention, flooding the space with natural light and creating a bright and airy atmosphere. As the highlight of the home, it sets the tone for the open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living room and dining area.

Meanwhile, the minimalist design, with white walls and neutral-toned furniture, enhances the sense of spaciousness, making the home feel both inviting and elegant.

5. A modern living room with breathtaking outdoor scenery in Batu Kawan

This double-height living room in Penang comes with a breathtaking outdoor view. Tall windows and massive glass panels maximise natural light flow into the room, and the windows (with no heavy frame or tinted glass) allow the homeowners to enjoy views of their garden from the comfort of their living room.

Another eye-catching detail found in this living room is the gold-accented chandelier, which sticks out against the white ceiling and gives an opulent touch to the room.

6. A classic European-styled living room in Ampang

The semi-circular staircase disrupts symmetry and adds unique architectural complexity to this double-height living room. It looks up into a small balcony that leads to the mezzanine floor above.

The entire room features a matching yellow gold and maroon tone and classic European design that lend a sense of cohesiveness to the space. A key highlight in this space is the crystal chandelier. It draws the eye upwards, fills the vertical space, and sets this living room apart from the rest.

7. A modern living and dining area in Shah Alam

Located in Shah Alam, this 5300 sqft bungalow has been tastefully renovated as a tranquil sanctuary home with earthy tones. The common area is graced by a luxurious double-volume stone effect feature wall, embellished with wood paneling, that serves as the centerpiece and adds depth and character to the space.

In addition to the living room, the dining area also boasts a double-height ceiling that seamlessly complements the living area. The minimal window treatments enhance this effect by allowing abundant natural light to flood the area, while also promoting better air circulation, ensuring the space remains cool and comfortable.

8. A unique A-shaped living room in TTDI

What truly makes this living room stand out is its distinctive A-shaped ceiling, which not only adds height but also introduces a dramatic architectural element that enhances the overall sense of space. The tall ceiling’s peak draws the eye upward, making the room feel more expansive and giving it a unique character that sets it apart from typical flat-ceiling designs. It also helps to visually demarcate the living room from the adjacent dining area, creating a subtle division between the two spaces without the need for a physical wall.

To add warmth and personality to the predominantly white space, the designer incorporated vibrant paintings and rich, dark oak furniture. These elements serve to break up the monotony of the white walls, tiled floors, and ceiling, injecting colour and texture into the space.

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