How to make stucco in an old building a real eye-catcher

Stucco in old buildings: setting the right scene for elegance and charm
One thing is certain: stucco in old buildings creates an unmistakable, elegant flair and gives every room its own special charm. This is why apartments with stucco are more sought-after than ever. However, in order to exploit the maximum potential of stucco elements on ceilings, walls and stucco moldings, the most important thing is to set the right scene for the ceiling decorations in old buildings. We explain how to do this below.
How do you set the scene for stucco in an old building?
A wow effect thanks to the right staging of stucco elements
As timeless as stucco is in old buildings, its history is just as long. The sculptural decorative ornaments have been a popular design element since ancient times, adorning walls, columns, vaults and ceilings. Fortunately, there is not much that can be done wrong when it comes to caring for this material made of plaster, lime, water and sand. True to the motto “less is more”, occasional dusting is completely sufficient. However, caution is required when painting. If stucco is painted too often, the intricate ornamentation quickly disappears under a thick layer of paint, which can only be removed with the help of a restorer.
What are the advantages of stucco in old buildings?
In addition to its beautiful appearance and ease of maintenance, stucco has a very practical benefit in terms of its effect. For example, stucco elements at the transition from wall to ceiling automatically draw the eye upwards, making even small rooms appear larger. To make the most of this advantage, the stucco should be accentuated accordingly.
How do you set stucco highlights with indirect light?
As stucco is a phenomenon typical of old buildings and the ceilings are usually correspondingly high, it is important that the entire room is used. With the right placement of pictures and furniture, the eye can quickly be drawn towards the stucco and the spaciousness of the room emphasized.
Light installations installed close to the stucco strips can also emphasize the elegant wall and ceiling decorations. Furthermore, stucco rosettes, if present, are even more effective if the ceiling is in a muted gray, for example. This allows the white stucco to really shine. The interesting thing here is that stucco elements never stand alone, but enhance the appearance of the entire room. The more beautiful and well-maintained the stucco is, the more stylish and sophisticated the overall ambience of the home will be.