18 Awe-Inspiring Homes With Barrel-Vaulted Ceilings

In China’s Fujian Province, Beijing-based Vector Architects employed barrel vaulting to provide protection from extreme weather. The ocean and rain had caused erosion and water seepage, dooming the original building’s structural integrity. Vector Architects stepped in with a solution—a 4.72-inch-thick wall of concrete arching over the top and sides of the home’s existing brick masonry. This allowed for a reconfiguration of the interior spaces, so living areas and the master bedroom could be situated on the sea-facing side for an abundance of natural light, the best views, and better ventilation. The new, structurally sound walls allowed the team freedom to design creative and modern interior spaces.