Are Ceiling Roses Old Fashioned?

Once dismissed as dusty remnants of Victorian grandeur, ceiling roses are making a serious comeback in 2025 interiors. The question isn’t “Are ceiling roses old fashioned?”—it’s “Why did we ever stop using them?”

From minimalist homes to maximalist mansions, designers are rediscovering how these decorative ceiling medallions can elevate lighting fixtures, frame modern pendants, and add texture to otherwise flat ceilings. Spoiler: They’re not just for chandeliers anymore.

Let’s bust the myths, explore the modern trends, and show you why Decormania UK’s Ceiling Roses Collection might just be your new design obsession.

Short answer: Nope. Long answer: They’ve evolved. While traditional styles still exist (hello ornate scrolls and floral motifs!), today’s ceiling roses also come in sleek, geometric, and ultra-minimal designs.

Take the Ava — a clean, circular medallion that pairs perfectly with contemporary lighting. Or the R1517, subtle and small but totally chic. On the flip side, you’ve got timeless elegance with options like R14 ARSTYL® or R8 ARSTYL®, which nod to period homes without feeling heavy.

In fact, ceiling roses are now being used in:

• Scandi interiors with simple white plaster finishes

• Industrial lofts for contrast against raw concrete ceilings

• Boho flats with layered, vintage touches

• High-ceilinged modern homes as a focal point

• Minimalist Medallions – Simple rings and flat profiles work in clean, modern interiors.

• Oversized Roses – Big impact with large-scale models like R74 for open-plan spaces.

• Mixing Old & New – Pairing antique-style roses with modern, matte black or brass light fittings.

• Ceiling Layering – Using coving + ceiling rose for a coffered effect (hello, NMC synergy!).

• Painted Accents – Some designers are colour-washing roses to match walls or contrast lighting.
  
  

Whether you're going full Regencycore or keeping it cool and contemporary, there’s a rose for that.

Ceiling roses aren't limited to lighting! Designers are getting creative:

• Framing ceiling fans in eclectic interiors

• Using multiple roses in long hallways for a rhythm effect

• Combining with LED strip lighting around the edge

• Painting them in bold colours as sculptural accents

• Layering them under ceiling beams or pendant clusters

• They're no longer just trim—they’re ceiling statements.

Not at all! While they look amazing in lofty Victorian townhouses, modern designs make ceiling roses practical for lower ceilings too.

The trick is to pick the right proportion. Compact medallions like R15 ARSTYL® or R8 are ideal for small spaces or lower ceilings, adding subtle detail without overpowering the room. Meanwhile, in open-plan layouts or loft conversions, larger roses like R64 ARSTYL® offer dramatic contrast and balance out wide ceiling voids.

Ceiling roses are less about ceiling height and more about impact and style harmony.

1. Yes—and especially the lightweight polyurethane ones sold at Decormania UK.

   They’re:

   • ✅ Lightweight (no ceiling collapse fears!)

   • ✅ Paintable

   • ✅ Durable and moisture resistant

   • ✅ Compatible with modern pendant or ceiling lighting

2. All you need is adhesive and a bit of planning. You can even paint them to match your ceiling or go bold with contrast.

Honestly? Anywhere with a ceiling. But they’re especially great in:

• Living rooms: Add detail around a pendant light

• Bedrooms: Frame a soft fabric lampshade

• Hallways: Surprise visual detail in narrow spaces

• Dining rooms: Above round tables for symmetry

• Commercial spaces: Boutique hotels, cafés, salons

•  MILENIA R9 ARSTYL®  – Clean and versatile, works in modern and classic spaces.

•  ANDRINA R70 ARSTYL®  – Large and minimalist with presence.

•  LAURA R24 ARSTYL®  – Elegant fluting with a heritage feel.

•  IMELDA R74 – Understated and architectural.

Explore the full collection here

Ceiling roses aren’t old fashioned—they’re timeless. Whether you’re aiming for elegance, edge, or something in between, Decormania UK’s ceiling rose collection has a medallion waiting to frame your next design move.