Exposed...

I love exposed wooden beams. I think it brings a rustic and cozy feeling to a home. Here are some examples of them really looking fabulous....

This picture from April's House Beautiful doesn't do it justice (need to
practice the art of scanning)! But this living room is beautiful. The wooden beams really work here with these light and purple colors....so fun!
Wow

I don't love the modern steel cabinets in this kitchen...but I do really like the beam action going on!

* Check out Elements of Style today...I just saw that she has a bunch of amazing photos (per usual), that also feature wooden beam ceilings.
Images courtesy of April's House Beautiful and the amazing designer, John Saladino