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The simplest definition of a vaulted ceiling is a self-supporting arched structure to cover a space. This technique was used extensively during the Roman Empire and the Middle Ages but fell into disuse with the advance of other building solutions that became more practical. However, many contemporary projects still build these elements or highlight the original structures in renovations because of their powerful impact on the building design.
Vaults are already very powerful architectural elements when seen from the outside, but from the inside, we can really grasp their rich sensorial effect because of the rhythm created by the structure and the impacts on lighting in the built environment. We have gathered here 21 examples of these arched solutions in different programs and materials, demonstrating how vaulted ceilings can provide a very unique design for each building.
Bewboc House / Fabian Tan Architect
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High Park Residence / Batay-Csorba Architects
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Vault House / Olimpia Lira
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Rodney House / BAAG
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Wildernesse Restaurant / Morris+Company
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Office of Multidisciplinary Design / Roman Izquierdo Bouldstridge
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Pharmacy in Omori / MAMM DESIGN
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Tapestry Museum / CVDB arquitectos
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Casernes House / CAVAA Arquitectes
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Municipal Archive / Aulets Arquitectes
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Loft Renovation in Font Honrada Barcelona / Forma
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PENTHOUSE / P-M-A-A
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Home in Mitre / Bajet Giramé
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Apartment in the Heart of Poblenou / m-i-r-a architecture
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School of Dancing Arches / Samira Rathod Design Associates
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Loft MdP / FFWD Arquitectes
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Sala Beckett / Flores & Prats
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Refurbishment of an Apartment in Barcelona / Allaround Lab
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Ter House / MESURA
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Alcantara Apartment / Studio Gameiro
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Carner Barcelona Perfumery / Jofre Roca arquitectes
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Editor's Note: This article was originally published on April 15, 2021.