To me a ceiling is very utilitarian. It's painted white and something to look up at when you're bored. When vaulted it's hard to put crown molding up, which I love. When too high, it's hard to change recessed lights, repair ceiling fans or change batteries in smoke detectors. I've live in several homes with vaulted ceilings and while they give the illusion of space, I find they make the space cold and impersonal.
That said, I've also seen some beautiful ceilings . . . in cathedrals and castles in Europe, in the St. Peter's Basillica, in the mansion in Newport, RI, and a lodge in the mountains. In my current home I have a tray ceiling in my bedroom painted with a mural.
I'll admit, that thinking about the ceiling is something I'll have to make a conscious effort to do.
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