How to See a Structural Column as an 'Oh-Wow' Moment, Rather Than an Obstacle

Modern dining room with patterned sheer curtains, a round white dining table with leather chairs and a pendant hanging overhead, a structural column that's been tiled, timber floors, a timber console with lamp, books, and decor.

While most of us bemoan the boring 'white' box, others are out there dealing with much bigger inconveniences in their interiors: structural columns. Yes, they're difficult to live with, but in most cases, impossible to live without (literally), so it's worth finding ways to see them as a feature rather than a flaw in your home.

So, how do you cover, conceal, dress, or disguise structural columns imposing on your modern living room? Or wherever they fall. In most cases, it's about making them feel intentional — like a considered design element you chose to include, rather than one you couldn't remove.