Some pieces and patterns are easy to use again and again without feeling tired. We asked three designers to share their go-tos.

An Elevated Look
“I love using pedestals in my projects. I feature them as functional pieces in different sizes and finishes to display books, accessories and oversize vases for floral arrangements. On the decorative side, a pedestal can be the focal point in an entry, and I’ve used them in bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms to display sculptural art. I’ve also placed a lamp on a pedestal to create a feeling that’s a bit chunkier and more substantial than a standard floor lamp. Pedestals are cost effective for what I think is a really cool impact, and they add a lot of dimension if you’re trying to fill a gap in a space. I buy all of my pedestals from Pedestal Source—their pieces are made to order and sturdy, and I love the ability to customize their products in so many shapes, sizes and finishes.” —Kesha Franklin, Halden Interiors, New York and New Jersey

Kesha Franklin uses pedestals to create a subtle separation between living and dining areas in open-concept spaces.Keith Williams

Whether a space leans traditional or contemporary, Billy Ceglia often paints ceilings in Benjamin Moore’s Patriotic White, giving the room a subtle lift and a sunny outlook.Brittany Ambridge

Left: Kesha Franklin uses pedestals to create a subtle separation between living and dining areas in open-concept spaces. Keith Williams | Right: Whether a space leans traditional or contemporary, Billy Ceglia often paints ceilings in Benjamin Moore’s Patriotic White, giving the room a subtle lift and a sunny outlook. Brittany Ambridge