If you don't have too big a budget, opt for a Plaster Of Paris ceiling. It costs about Rs.35 to Rs.40 per sq. ft.

Include fancy spot lighting and moulded borders. You could paint the borders in a contrasting colour.

If you think that is too simple go for the Plaster Of Paris suspended ceiling. Like the name suggests, it is about 6 inches to a foot below the actual ceiling. You can have concealed coloured lighting.

Another option is a gypsum board ceiling. It costs about Rs.60 per sq. ft. but the quality, strength and finish is much better.

Whether it is fancy moulding or a dome shape, both Plaster of Paris and gypsum board ceilings can be uniquely designed.

Peaceful Cocoon

If you have a home theatre room, you might want to have an acoustical tile ceiling. It is a great way to soundproof the room.

These tiles are generally available in a 2 ft. by 2 ft. size and are modular. It costs approximately Rs.100 to Rs.350 per sq. ft.

You could choose either fibreboard or aluminium perforated tiles.

Dazzling Beauty

Don't you just love the coloured neon lights in a discothèque? A glass ceiling is all you need to give your home that dazzling look.

Choose an interesting patterned stained glass supported by wooden rafters or brass studs. You could have frosted or etched glass too.

Don't forget to include bright lighting from the inside to create that stunning effect. You could have disco lights too, if this ceiling is for the bar area or dance floor.

Depending on the kind of glass you choose, you could land up paying anywhere from Rs.60 to Rs.400 per sq. ft.

(With inputs from Ketan Chavan, Architect and Interior Designer, KCL Design and Architecture and Pinky Saha, Interior Designer, Design and Concepts and images from Woods and Associates)