Dear Jim: My children have finished school and left, so I want to remodel for more openness and energy efficiency. I plan to knock out some walls and add ceiling box beams. How can I install the box ...

Dear James: We are empty-nesters and plan to combine rooms for a more open floor plan. Box beans would look nice for some separation. What are some tips for adding box beams to the ceiling? -- Nick K.

Exposed beams are a well-known ceiling design that can make your small rooms look way bigger, and they bring a certain je ne sais quoi to any space. Of course, exactly what kind of pizzazz they bring ...