coffered

American  

[kaw-ferd, kof-erd] / ˈkɔ fərd, ˈkɒf ərd /

adjective

1. (of a vault, ceiling, or soffit) having coffers.

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Etymology

Origin of coffered

First recorded in 1580–90; coffer + -ed ³

Example Sentences

The seven-bedroom main residence is Mediterranean in style, with a dramatic entry atrium, high coffered ceilings, expansive living and entertaining areas, covered loggias and a club-style game room and billiards lounge with a full bar.

From The Wall Street Journal

Here, Williams deployed coffered ceilings, ornamental ironwork, stained-glass windows and colorful tile across two stories and nearly 9,000 square feet.

From Los Angeles Times

Inside, the ballroom is all white and gold like a czar’s summer palace, with coffered ceilings, gold-trimmed moldings, and crystal chandeliers.

From Slate

Ten bedrooms, 14 baths, nine fireplaces, two-story central hall, intricate stained glass skylight, hand painted tiles, formal dining and gathering rooms, extensive woodwork and coffered ceilings, 60-foot indoor swimming pool with full bar and dressing rooms.

From Washington Times

Four bedrooms, four baths, formal dining, family and living rooms; expansive fieldstone fireplace, coffered ceilings, gourmet kitchen, parlor; 3,862 square feet.

From Washington Times