Wall Treatments
Raised Panel
Raised panel walls feature paneling where the center panel projects forward from the surrounding frame, creating dimensional, formal character. This traditional millwork treatment signals quality and architectural investment in classical, colonial, and traditional interiors.
The raised panels cast shadows that add depth and visual interest, responding to light throughout the day. While labor-intensive to create, raised panel walls make powerful statements in dining rooms, libraries, and formal living spaces.
Key Characteristics
- ✓Panels project from frame
- ✓Dimensional, formal character
- ✓Traditional millwork
- ✓Casts shadows
- ✓Investment craftsmanship
- ✓Classical heritage
Types & Variations
Traditional raised panel
Cathedral raised panel (pointed)
Applied molding raised panel
Full wall raised panel
Wainscoting raised panel
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Reserve for formal spaces where the investment is appreciated—dining rooms, studies, formal living rooms. Works as full wall treatment or wainscoting. Typically painted.
💡 Pro Tip
Full raised panels are expensive. Achieve similar effect with flat panels and applied molding—the shadow lines read similarly from viewing distance at significantly lower cost.