Stained glass ceilings: types of designs, shapes, patterns, backlit stained glass

What are stained glass windows?

Stained glass ceilings are a suspended model consisting of glass panels that can be decorated with any kind of pattern and pattern.

Interior Design Features

A number of features for successful decoration:

• The drawing of the stained-glass window should be made in the colors that are present in the main interior decoration.
• Such ceilings are not advisable to use in small rooms with an excessive amount of decor, otherwise a feeling of congestion will be created.
• The stained-glass window, located along the entire ceiling plane, is more suitable for spacious rooms, and for small ones a partial arrangement of inserts will be appropriate.

Varieties of ceilings

The main types of stained glass ceiling structures.

Outboard

They are made on a special metal frame, and then with the help of pendants they are attached to the ceiling.

Cassette

They are pre-prepared tiles that are inserted into the ceiling frame.

The photo shows a stained-glass cassette-type ceiling.

Tension

Suitable for stained glass inserts that are mounted on a metal frame of a certain shape.

Shade

A round type of ceiling that can have absolutely any size. The stained glass window is a very bright element of decor.

Combined

Stained-glass window in combination with drywall is very popular in the design of various interiors. Stained glass elements make it possible to lighten and embellish structures made of gypsum plaster.

In the photo, a combined plasterboard ceiling with a stained glass element.

Caisson

Such models with decoratively designed indentations look very impressive and creative.

Types of stained glass by the method of creation

Several techniques and methods used for manufacturing.

Tiffany

Fragments of this stained-glass window are created by wrapping with copper foil, using a blowtorch. Thus, a single design is obtained, which can have either a flat or any other geometric shape. This technique is quite complex.

Sandblasting

They can have a matte or multi-colored surface, which is created using flowing sand, which is under pressure.

Fusing

Allows you to create both flat and convex glass fragments, baked in special ovens.

The photo shows a stained-glass ceiling made using the fusing technique.

Classical

These models require a special, flexible and durable frame in which glass elements are inserted.

Jellied

Contouring technique is a drawing made using polymer paints, which can be produced either manually or using computer equipment.

Using mural

Using acrylic painting and a pattern applied to the ceiling plane, an imitation of stained glass is created. This view has a special visual appeal.

In the photo there is an imitation of a stained-glass ceiling created using murals.

Etching technique

Allows you to get a relief matte and rough image with the original play of light and shadow. This effect is achieved by treating the glass with a paste with special acid.

Photo printing

A film with photo printing in the form of a simulated stained-glass window perfectly replaces glass and is less expensive, but at the same time new-fangled interior solution.

Photo of backlit ceiling stained glass

The backlight makes the stained glass window more weightless and gives the image depth and expressiveness.

• Central lighting. The lamp located in the center of the ceiling allows you to highlight a specific part of the stained glass structure, create a bright accent in the middle and make it a very interesting interior solution.
• Around the edges.This lighting option makes the center of the stained glass window more darkened and the edges bright and clear.
• Point. Well-positioned spotlights take into account the meaning of the whole composition and perfectly complement the overall picture of the stained-glass window.
• Inside the stained glass window. Light bulbs add vivacity and make it more voluminous and original.

Various built-in lamps gently scatter light that interestingly shimmers in the glass and brings fabulousness and magic to the atmosphere.

Design and drawings on the ceiling

Allow to create various effects on a stained-glass window.

• Sky.
• Flowers and other vegetation.
• Geometric figures.
• Patterns and ornaments.
• Abstraction.

In the photo a stained-glass ceiling with a picture in the form of a flower.

Properly thought out art composition of a drawing or pattern allows you to create stained glass, which perfectly fits into any interior.

Ceiling Shapes

These models are divided by form into the following types.

Round

It is an unusually attractive ceiling decor that looks sophisticated and light.

Rectangular or square

This standard form is perfect for decorating almost any room, regardless of their size and purpose.

Around the perimeter

Perfectly decorates and harmonizes the interior of the room, emphasizes its shape and visually corrects the space, making it more clear and organic.

In the photo there is a stained glass insert located around the perimeter of the ceiling.

Dome shaped

Such a complex structure can take many different forms, from a regular hemisphere to a multifaceted and prismatic dome. This ceiling decoration is more suitable for spacious rooms.

Non-standard forms

The original forms of the stained-glass window are a rather atypical design decision.

Interior Design Ideas

With the help of a stained-glass ceiling, the interior of any room can be transformed beyond recognition.

Corridor and hallway

For the corridor or hallway, both restrained options and more expensive design techniques are suitable. They will make it possible to give this building status and elite.

The photo shows a stained-glass cassette ceiling in the interior of the hallway.

Bathroom

Plexiglass with colored patterns or mosaics will make the interior truly unique and modern. The stained-glass window attracts attention and becomes the main center and an integral part of the entire composition of the bathroom.

Kitchen

This ceiling design forms an elegant decor and in combination with various lighting fixtures, creates a soft diffused light, visually increases the space and makes the environment in the kitchen more comfortable.

Living room

Such models significantly transform the living room space, bring sophistication, luxury and originality to it. Stained glass creates interesting highlights that play beautifully on different surfaces.

In the photo there is a living room with stained glass round inserts on the ceiling.

Bedroom

Stained glass models bring to the atmosphere of the bedroom lightness, airiness and unique chic. Unobtrusive, not too bright patterns will create a particularly warm atmosphere in the room.

Photo gallery

The stained-glass ceiling is a delicate and very elegant decor. It brings a warm and mysterious atmosphere of comfort to the room, emphasizes the exquisite taste and just perfectly decorates and transforms the entire interior.