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63 Fireplace Ideas That Make a Statement and Dress Up Any Room | Architectural Digest

Are you currently in search of fireplace ideas? Nothing feels more inviting and enviable than a stylish and statement-making hearth in your living room—or in any other space in the house, for that matter. After all, a good fireplace design can anchor any room, all the while offering the practical benefits that come with the cozy centerpiece. “The fireplace is another opportunity to connect the architecture of the house with the decor,” says Louisville, Kentucky, interior designer Bethany Adams. “The fireplace surround and mantle can be used to incorporate new colors, textures and patterns to your overall decorating scheme.” 

With these thoughts in mind, we reached out to top interior design pros and took a dip into AD’s own archive to uncover 63 truly stunning rooms, all of which feature a beautiful place in which to build a fire. The homes of Anne Hathaway and Diane Keaton are included, as are other abodes with noteworthy fireboxes, stone fireplaces, and eye-catching modern designs any homeowner would love. Whether you take inspiration from these design concepts to recreate your own rendition or hire an interior designer to help you along the way, you certainly won’t be lacking in exciting fireplace ideas for long. Now, you just have to stay on top of cleaning these beauties.

1. Cannon balls in the hearth

Take a page out of Marie Flanigan’s book, The Beauty of Home: Redefining Traditional Interiors, when it comes to a new way of looking at the firebox.

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“I love the use of fireballs because it adds a bit of unexpected and architectural intrigue to a fireplace,” says Marie Flanigan, principal of Marie Flanigan Interiors. “A firebox typically doesn’t allow for too much design variation, but including small changes like fireballs and a tiled herringbone pattern still makes a gorgeous statement.”

2. Crystals instead of firewood

Designer Benjamin Johnston crystalizes the idea that a fireplace is as versatile as ever.  

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Skip firewood altogether. During the summer months, Houston-based designer Benjamin Johnston fills an unused fireplace with selenite candle holders in the living area. “You can get that warm glow without the heat,” Johnston says. “We swap these out in the fall when they are ready to light the gas fires again.”

3. Copper all the way

Designer Jen Samson uncovers a diamond in the rough in a Palm Springs living room.

Photo: Chad Mellon/Studio Mellon

This copper fireplace was an incredible discovery in a 1960s home by Ira Johnson, an understudy of Famed architect William Cody. When Laguna Beach, California, designer Jen Samson first saw the fireplace in the great room of this midcentury home, it was so oxidized that it looked painted. That is, until a small sliver of copper at the edge of chimney peeked through. It took Samson’s construction team hours to remove the tarnish and restore the masterpiece to its natural state. “It has since been sealed and will require very little maintenance,” she says. “A good reminder to always look to see what is beneath the surface before you decide to demo.”

4. Abstract shapes

Designer John McClain believes that the mix of small, medium, and large patterns is key in allowing the decor to play well together. 

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John McClain’s Los Angeles bungalow is proof that you should try to “add one piece of interesting dissonance to every room. It should be a piece that feels slightly out of place and makes everyone stop and take notice.” Here, the fireplace was inspired by a 1970s anthropomorphic tapestry. “I admired how the imagery had been distilled down to its basic shape components,” he says of the modern fireplace set against white walls. “This practice can also be seen in the Tony Curry art piece Femme Fatale where a woman’s silhouette and stilettos are represented in their geometric essence. ”

 5. Delicate details

Jamb brings history back in style.

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Take note of art history with a Jamb collection piece which embodies mid-18th-century English architecture and ambiance with its sleepy grandeur of a Country House sitting room. A perfect spot to cozy up and get lost in a Charles Dickens classic.

6. Wall hangings above 

Jen Samson makes art part of the fireplace landscape.

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For a fireplace that is off center, minimize the overall impact of the firebox itself. Samson opted to treat the wall with Roman Clay and keep the trim of this gas fireplace as slim as possible since it didn’t need an imposing mantel or hearth. The setup allowed for a showstopping piece of fiber art above to replace the thought of a grand chandelier. “This lends itself beautifully to a modern home in which the focus is on the furnishings themselves,” Samson says.

7. Museum-worthy wit

Test your creative muscles when dreaming up a fireplace design, like this wonder by Job Smeets, founder of Studio Job.

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Unconventional doesn’t begin to describe the wood stove surround of this Studio Job interior. Play into the carnival-like ambiance by further expanding on the whimsical elements throughout the rest of the interiors. Even the flue is eye-catching.

8. Delft dreams

In Kim Jones’s bedroom, a painting by Duncan Grant matches the Delft-tile-covered mantelpiece. 

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The Sussex, England, farmhouse of Kim Jones, Fendi’s artistic director of women’s collections, is an escape for sure. As is this Delft-tile fireplace surround that adds just enough soothing color to the cottage aesthetic. 

9. Golden touch

Anyone lucky to find a gilded wood stove is bound for design greatness.  

Photo: Stephen Johnson

This Berkshires farmhouse designed by Brooklyn architecture and design firm Sachs Lindores melds eclecticism in a cozy way. You simply can’t go wrong with a shiny brass wood stove and a colorful armchair. 

10. Mosaic madness

Adorn a nonfunctional fireplace with a kaleidoscope of mosaics.

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The Brooklyn home of designer Ellen Van Dusen shows that even a nonfunctional fireplace can be on fire, figuratively speaking. The patches of vibrant mosaics awaken the otherwise expected surround. A bold choice for the Dusen Dusen founder—whose brand is known for its bold, original prints.

11. High contrast

Designer Anne Hepfer sticks to sleek and simple, but still impactful. 

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North York, Ontario, designer Anne Hepfer shows that even a simple white fireplace can stand out when set against a vibrant background. The high-gloss sapphire paint of the built-in bookshelf completely transform a study from something routine to a jewel—with the fireplace as a supporting player.

12. Wallpaper allover

Thanks to the seamless wallpaper application, the fireplace blends into the background in this Hayley English–curated space.

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For a traditional yet approachable interior, Hayley English, founder and principal designer of Hayley English Interiors, looks to bespoke drapery and upholstery for a one-of-a-kind fireplace presentation. “I’m always inspired by the most prominent colors in nature, blue and green,” she says. “Here the goal was to provide a home office that sparks creativity. Beautiful hand-printed wallpaper helped achieve that idea along with an unexpected punch of Farrow and Ball’s new Bancha paint on the fireplace surround. Paint is an easy way to bring new life to an otherwise underappreciated feature in a room. ” 

13. Marble with custom inlay

Designer Hilary Matt used marble to mimic the millwork.

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A clean and sleek fireplace will never go out of style. New York designer Hilary Matt opted for a chunky and simple surround in this Hamptons home. “We added a custom inlay element into the marble to mimic the millwork detail that is above the fireplace, this kept the marble from reading too modern and ties it in with the aesthetic of the rest of the family room.” 

14. Sleek steel and travertine

Black steel is an undependable draw, as seen in this Sarah Stacey Design project.

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Designer Sarah Stacey enhanced this steel, minimal fireplace by adding two vein-cut travertine slabs. This further drove the black-and-white color palette to work with the other natural elements: beige tones in the form of limestone, travertine, and warm woods. “The steel-and-stone fireplace demands its presence and creates a focal point,” says the Austin designer.

15. Horizontal stripes

A project by Ownby Design reaches new heights.

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A tall black stack with horizontal lines is perfect at camouflaging the TV—yet it contrasts nicely with a medley of geometric stones in the background. 

16. Fluid function

The black marble fireplace, part of this Gillian Segal Design project, looks like it has always been there.

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Sometimes a fireplace doesn’t actually have to be the focal point of a room; instead, let it fit seamlessly with the rest of the design. In this Gillian Segal–designed family room that doubles as a formal living space, the fireplace is merely part of decorative panels above that conceal a TV.
“High-contrast materiality also helped complimented the clients art collection without competing,” adds the Vancouver-based designer.  

17. Artsy accessories

Handmade fire tools by French artisan Franck Evennou will elevate any fireplace.

Photo: Courtesy of Bernd Goeckler 

An ornate fireplace can be a piece of art, but you can also enhance a humble hearth with ornate wrought iron tools by French artist Franck Evennou, who transformed polished bronze into stylized feathers that make something of an objet d’art. “Good design is a lifestyle,” says Katja Hirche, of Bernd Goeckler. “One’s well-designed home requires not just beautiful decoration, but also beautiful utility objects.” Sold exclusively through Bernd Goeckler in New York. 

18. Tiled touch

A Benner Landscape Design project uses the outdoor fireplace as if it is part of a secret garden.

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Los Angeles–based landscape designer Patricia Benner worked around the cerulean tile as inspiration for the rest of the outdoor design, giving the backyard patio a touch of mystique.

19. Unexpected curves

Impress with an irregular-shaped fireplace like this beauty in a Samuel Amoia-designed project. 

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New York and Los Angeles designer Samuel Amoia took a new approach to the fireplace surround by adding irregular curves with a gray marble slab. To ensure that the monumental focal point wasn’t overshadowed by a grand chandelier, he chose an airy pendant from Volker Haug Studio that added intrigue with brass conical stacks that complemented the stone without distracting.

20. Sleek slab

The hearth of the fireplace is dressed in a leathered-black Marquina quartzite slab by Terrazzo + Marble Supply, selected by PROjECT. and Marmol Radziner.

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For this modern lake house in Middleton, Wisconsin, PROjECT. and Marmol Radziner were enlisted to create a California-cool vibe with a neutral color palette and high-contrast decor. To ensure the focus stayed on the lake views, they dressed the hearth of the living room fireplace in a leathered black marquina quartzite slab by Terrazzo + Marble Supply to contrast with the softer tones of the surrounding sand-blasted limestone and Rodolfo Dordoni sectional. “This home is surrounded by green and trees on all sides,” says PROjECT. owner and visionary Aimee Wertepny. “And then you enter into this glass, stone and wood box with insane lake views. Our aim was to not distract from the setting, but to accentuate it at every turn.”

21. Airy steel rods

A PROjECT. and dSPACE Studio peek-a-boo fireplace that is anything but childish.

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In the center of this Chicago home designed by frequent collaborators PROjECT. and dSPACE Studio, the gas fireplace is visible from the family room, dining room and even the kitchen. Open on all sides and wrapped by steel rods with blackened-oak panels above, this stunning feature centers the open-concept space in a bold way. “Maximum design that appears minimal, like the fireplace, is a common theme throughout the home,” Wertepny says.

22. Marble on marble

Designer Ben Johnston implemented black marble on a fireplace to complement the white marble with deep veining that adorned the kitchen island and backsplash.

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Consider a story in contrast. “Marble is back with a vengeance,” Johnston says. “The dark stone on the fireplace gives the room depth and dimension, whereas the white Calacatta Monet Italian marble in the kitchen offers that clean and classic look.”

23. No nonsense design

Le Whit design studio shows that an all-white fireplace is simply serene.

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Don’t mess with minimalism. “The smooth, plaster-finish fireplace upstairs was all painted white, and acts as a modern monolith to serenely root that open living area,” says Liza Curtiss, interior designer and principal at Brooklyn-based Le Whit.  

24. Vibrant art against black brick

Dark paint is in, as Le Whit attests with this black brick facade.

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The same residential project in Seattle that has an all-white fireplace upstairs [see image above] plays a game of contrast with a moodier, more tactile one downstairs. “The basement was designed as a cozy den, so the fire itself can become the centerpiece, versus the actual architecture of the room,” Curtiss adds. A colorful art piece above keeps it from skewing too drab.

25. Mimic art

Marble on marble? Yes, please. 

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Washington, DC, designer Zoe Feldman played up a classic marble fireplace by placing marble-inspired artwork above—just the right touch for the living room of Susan Tynan, founder of Framebridge, a custom framing brand.

26. Raised marble hearth

Elevate the fireplace design with a raised hearth, as seen in this Benjamin Johnston setup.  

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What makes a fireplace stand out? Dimension by way of a multilevel approach. This beige marble beauty becomes the ultimate perch thanks to a raised hearth, a perfect spot for accessories, or maybe even a mug of hot cocoa. 

27. Adorn with stone

A natural stone ledge adds interest to the otherwise minimalist hearth.

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A handful of pebbles in a firebox provide just enough interest without bringing the outdoors in too much. 

28. Maximalist marble

Sumptuous Calacatta Monet Italian marble in a Benjamin Johnston interior.

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Leave it to Johnston to employ an heirloom stone in a sitting space full of pattern and texture. The Calacatta Monet Italian marble only recently returned to production, he says.

29. Traditional fireplace tile

Charming traditional tile illustrations work with the rest of the home decor, put together by Gray Walker.

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Both the velvet couch and the upholstered armchair work with this tiled fireplace surround that is echoed by the ceramic side tables. Both the velvet couch and the upholstered armchair work with this tiled fireplace surround that is echoed by the ceramic side tables. "The tiles of the surround are hand-painted delft and original to the home,” says Charlotte, North Carolina-based designer Gray Walker. “I wanted to pay homage to the blue-and-white of the tile and decided to infuse the emerald green to modernize the color scheme. The painting above the mantel was part of the homeowners existing art collection. I placed it there to further pull the color scheme together. My design philosophy is rooted in honoring special architectural details when I have the opportunity in old homes."

30. Glossy wonder

Benjamin Johnston uses polished marble in more contemporary spaces.

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The reflective quality of polished marble, especially when paired with a mirror panel, opens up the space, even as the variegated taupe veins anchor the room with their own unique typology.  

31. Sunken space

A wood stove pairs well with wood paneling inside the dwelling of Dan John Anderson and Genevieve Dellinger.

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Create a rustic enclave with a stone surround that hugs a wood stove, then extend the area with wood paneling to further embrace the natural vibes. Custom quilted pillows add to the charm that melds cabin with cozy. 

32. Herringbone pattern

Leah Ashley embraces the herringbone backsplash as an asset to the rest of the design.

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In this Leah Ashley designed formal living room, the eye-catching fireplace was made to feel traditional and timeless. The beige brick, set in a herringbone pattern works to tie in all the creamy and brown elements. By using simple materials like a cast stone surround this fireplace is an instant classic.  

33. Display fireplace

A perfectly (pale) pink bedroom anchored by white marble mantle.

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Who says a fireplace has to be working to be chic? The classic marble one seen here, in the Fort Greene bedroom of fashion designer Ulla Johnson, was included in the September 2019 issue of AD. The round mirror is a custom piece by Rogan Gregory, while the rug is a Swedish flatweave piece. The artwork seen on the left is by Billy Lynch. Reflecting on the home in general, Johnson mused at the time, “We wanted something warm and welcoming—of a human scale.” 

34. 3D sculptural hearth

Large-scale sculptural pieces of furniture dominate this space, with a clay fireplace at the center.

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It’s difficult to imagine what could rival the late Wendell Castle’s Black Widow chairs and monumental standing lamp, all of which are seen in the studio gallery of the sculptor’s own home. Nonetheless, a clay fireplace by Roy Cartwright is equally compelling. Reminiscent of bronze metallurgy worthy of the Norse gods, it’s the perfect addition to Castle’s Scottsville, New York, abode, which was included in the April 2018 issue of AD. The decor element also feels in line with Castle’s pursuit to “elevate furniture into the category of sculpture.”

35. Take it outside

Sometimes the best rooms are outside, as this Hatch+Ulland Owen Architects project attests.

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Outdoor fireplaces don't have to be all rustic. A chic black fireplace surround works well with the rest of the design elements in this backyard space. This home designed by Hatch + Ulland Owen Architects and Meredith Owen Interiors feature an exterior living and dining area that showcases a simplistic approach to fireplace design. A simple stucco surround and brick hearth let the fire be the main attraction in this relaxing outdoor haven.  

36. Blend in

The carved surround of this Artistic Tile fireplace gives it depth.

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Interior design doesn’t have to be complicated. Even a traditional white marble fireplace can have an impact in a subdued way when paired with a corresponding wall paint color. 

37. Stone chimney

Anne Hathaway’s California country home is—somewhat surprisingly—inspired by a Swiss Chalet.

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Leave it to Anne Hathaway and AD100 firm Studio Shamshiri to deftly meld Alpine notes with those of the surrounding, more temperate California landscape. A chief example of where this dual vision comes perfectly together is this terrace. Perfect for indoor-outdoor California living, its stone fireplace brings a sense of chilly ski slopes home. 

38. X-Large Tile

Designer Shelley Cekirge is all about going grand.

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Why not take up the entire wall with a fireplace? Let it star in your space by having extra large tiles go all the way up to the ceiling.

39. Strokes 

Strokes of genius exemplified in this Artistic Tile fireplace facade.

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Look for marble with organic veining reminiscent of brush strokes for a distinctive pattern that will have guests complimenting your abode.

40. Black marble frame

A Jamb fireplace allows the rest of the decor to come front and center.

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Rich black marble surround outlines the fire for an eye-catching effect that doesn’t deflect from the rest of the room design. 

41. Wood look

Colonial cannon balls for a gas vented fireplace keep this Avery Cox project contemporary.

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While you wouldn't actually have a wood surround, tile that evokes wood planks gives the fireplace a cozy feel. The modern fireplace is balanced by the pattern play and punchy upholstery in front. "This living space allows our furnishings to really stand out, and provides a good modern backdrop to some more traditional furniture and fabrics selections," says Avery Cox of Avery Cox Design in Austin. 

42. Add a side table

 The traditional fireplace is a grounding element of the room designed by Bethany Adams Interiors.

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Even a simple hearth can be elevated when the rest of the room design reflects its elements. Here, a brass frame is the connecting thread, enhanced by sculptures, a circular side table, and the sheen of the golden chair upholstery. “There is the very human urge to gather around it whether it's a working fireplace or not,” Adams says.  “You can take advantage of this natural tendency by using the area above the fireplace to highlight your favorite artwork [in this case, a series of original Josef Albers portfolio pages] which, in turn, can inform the color scheme of the room. ” 

43. Double fireplace

Gas fireplace built in stonewall with two hearths.

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For a back patio space, a tall gas fireplace may be just the right addition for entertaining. Adding in pebbles gives it an au naturel aesthetic.

44. Monochromatic style

New York City design maven Emily Del Bello knows a thing or two about maximizing color.

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Allowing one color to swallow the room and the bookcases makes the fireplace an eye-catching focal point. “The fireplace is special, but not overdone taking away from the overall feel of the room,” says New York City designer Emily Del Bello. “The paint of the surrounding millwork and molding match the other walls in the space. The brown stone was original and I loved it, so I kept it. It was the perfect connection to the coffee table and the other warm tone throughout the space. ”

45. Amp up the woodwork

Liz Caan uses millwork on the surround.

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When it comes to texture, Newton, Massachusetts, interior designer Liz Caan is a wiz, even when it comes to the fireplace. To make it pop against the fern-like wallpaper, Caan employs paneling to give the surround texture. "The fireplace adds a central focal point and also ties into the room’s millwork which gives the space added detail and character,” Caan says. “The fireplace surround and hearth is black satin slate, which we love as a clean and matte frame for the opening."

46. Pair with shiplap

Architect Cathy Purple Cherry is never boxed in by a fireplace.

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In this spacious living room space, Purple Cherry finds the center with a black stone slab hearth that transitions to the vaulted ceiling with the help of shiplap and white built in cabinets just above the log storage. "In this waterfront home, simplicity meets coastal with the clean lines and the vertical mass of the chimney,” Purple Cherry says. “The nickel gap application above the fireplace creates a textural element that speaks to the ceiling paneling. A stainless steel box nests under the custom television cabinet. Overall, this contemporary setting supports a variety of eclectic elements collected throughout the homeowners’ global travels."

47. Stucco fireplace

Architect Cathy Purple Cherry proves that a patio is more inviting with a fireplace.

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Use the hearth ledge as a place for artfully placed firewood storage. Given that the fireplace is on the screened in porch, Purple Cherry made the connection to the backyard. "The stucco fireplace and overall home exterior was finished in dark, earthy tones to allow the home to blend into its surrounding natural environment,” she says. “The brick firebox was intentionally painted black to reinforce this darkness. The catenary lights provide a festive evening glob reminiscent of vineyard properties."

48. Regal tile surround

The enviable Marais home of Juan Pablo Molyneux with enchanting blue tile.

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For the attic floor of his Paris home, legendary AD100 Hall of Fame decorator Juan Pablo Molyneux looked to an 18th-century room inside St. Petersburg’s Menshikov Palace for inspiration. The resulting space, which is clad in blue-and-white tiles, was a surprise for his wife, Pilar. The carved stone Régence-period fireplace was an addition installed by Molyneaux. Above it hangs a gouache painting by Horacio Sosa Cordero. Architectural Digest included the room in its September 2007 issue. 

49. Seamless stone wall

A fireplace is neatly tucked into a brick wall.

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A bedroom fireplace ups the cozy factor—even in a minimalist bedroom with clean lines. Position it in line with the foot of the bed so it’s in your sight line when you tuck in at night.

50. Multi-stone facade

Pebbles, stones, and elevated hearth make for a stately room.

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Focus on various textures to pull out the ultimate rustic notes. This hearth with natural stone blocks and pebble detailing add to the interesting collection of decor. 

51. Rippled lines

Black Lacquer Design allows the ribbed marble to shine.

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An interesting stone is all that is needed to awaken an otherwise sleek fireplace surround, like this rippled marble with a beige color scheme.

52. Floral motifs

Paint the floor in a green hue a shade lighter than the fireplace tile for a complete embrace of nature.

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Those yearning for warmth in the colder months can look to a design version of a Spring Awakening with verdant tiles and a Bob Christian floral mural above. The mirror dates back to the 19th century, while the petite chair is actually a child’s Windsor-style seat. The room is located in the Hamptons escape of Kate Rheinstein Brodsky, the daughter of AD100 decorator Suzanne Rheinstein and proprietor of the Manhattan design shop KRB.

53. Black marble with dark walls

Join the dark side, as seen in this Black Lacquer Design project.

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A black marble fireplace will never go out of style, so why not go all out and really get into the moodiness? Find it a home with ebony floors and a navy wall that sets it apart in just the right way.

54. Subway tile

A touch of grey to offset the firebox in a Black Lacquer Design room.

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Neatly laid bricks or subway tiles give the surround a clean look that fits with modern interiors, even if you decide to swap out the furnishings at some point.

55. Stacked stone

Upstage a primary bath with a serious stacked-stone fireplace surround.

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Natural stone is, well, a natural choice for a fireplace in a primary bath. A floor-to-ceiling facade adds to the prestige. 

56. Mirror moment

AD100 designer Nate Berkus townhome uses the black marble veining to pull in all the other elements of the room.

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In the bustling New York City home of AD100 designers Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent, a seating area makes for the perfect quiet spot. Its serene color palette is augmented by a marble-clad and mirror-topped fireplace that expands the space. The armchair pictured nearby dates back to the 1940s, while the coffee table is by Diego Giacometti. The room, along with the rest of their town house, was featured in the May 2020 issue of AD.

57. Cohesive element

The British domicile with a stately mantel.

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“I don’t select things for a spot just because I like them, but because it’s the right place for them,” AD100 Hall of Fame designer Jacques Grange was quoted as saying in the December 2017 issue of AD. This sitting area, inside a London town house, proves his point perfectly. Besides the colorfully appointed and plush seats, a Tom Wesselmann painting, Claude Lalanne mirror, and Paavo Tynell standing lamp turn heads. The latter two, of course, draw attention to the center of the room: an irresistible fireplace. 

58. Stack the firewood

Leather, cowhides, and furry pillows, oh my!

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Madeline Stuart and Associates created this cozy living area, in which animal skins abound. Its neutral color palette, complete with natural elements such as a vase full of greenery, increases its apparent connection to the great outdoors. Nonetheless, it’s the verticality of a striped carpet that helps point toward the room’s main attraction: its roaring fireplace. The stacked firewood storage nook further expands the setup.

59. Add an arch

Not a Nancy Meyers home, perhaps—but close.

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Could this be the inviting living room of an Arizona ranch? Perhaps, but it is in fact one part of Diane Keaton’s Beverly Hills bedroom. While the brick-and-stucco juxtaposition, wood-beamed ceiling, and rugged chairs are all certainly showstoppers, smaller details like a teal blue painting pull the space together. The 1925 work titled Moonlight Mesa is by Harold “Buck” Weaver. It perfectly complements the curved fireplace below. “Diane just loves arches,” designer Stephen Shadley commented to the magazine at one point in the November 2008 feature. “The arch is probably the loveliest architectural feature of the Spanish Colonial Revival in California. ” 

60. Frame it

Benjamin Johnston draws attention to the fire by framing curved blackened steel.

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A fireplace doesn’t always have to be set in stone. In fact, using rolled blackened steel gives this hearth an unexpected curve. A brass frame around the fire gives it a much needed focus. To carry the theme of picture in picture, Johnston also framed the TV with paneling. 

61. Modern marvel

A modern marble fireplace in the living room of a luxe home. 

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For a contemporary twist, install a modern marble fireplace in a sleek silhouette. Look for a design-forward firefront pedestal in lieu of predictable artificial logs.

62. Avoid distractions

Keep it simple. 

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To make the fireplace the true focus of the room, let it shine by installing statement marble and nothing else that will deter from its beauty. A curvy couch is all you need to enjoy the view.

63. Large tiles

It’s okay to be square.

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Embrace the square firebox shape by outlining the fireplace with large 12-by-12-inch tiles for a geometric take. Further enhance the form by adding built-in shelving on each side for useful storage.

Living room fireplace ideas – 35 ways to create a focal point

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Nothing welcomes in the cosy hygge vibes quite like a crackling fire. Traditionally, the fireplace was the focal point of a living room layout, although in modern time's it's been replaced by the TV...

Creative living room fireplace ideas can totally transform your lounge, anchoring the space whatever the season and bringing warmth in winter. Whether you restore an old fireplace, put a new one in where one was missing, or just fake it til you make it, there are lots of ways to make sure your fireplace commands attention.

Even if you don't have a functioning fire, a facing (the mantel and frame) styled with stacked logs, candles, plants and artwork can still make a decorative statement, in your living room.

Living room fireplace ideas

1. Fake it with a facing and accent colour

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If you don't have a fireplace, you could purchase a facing, at Screwfix or B&Q and distract with a bold accent colour. As shown above, with some bright colour on the walls, fairy lights, artwork and candles, you can make the impression of a fireplace without an actual roaring fire.

This is an affordable way to create a faux fireplace, costing around £200. It's a relatively easy way to improve the flow of the room when designing a living room. And it offers lots of opportunities for styling/faffing with the mantlepiece as the seasons change.

2. Source a second-hand fireplace

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Why not restore an old fireplace? Keep an eye out on Facebook Marketplace and Freecycle and you might be able to bag one for free, so it'll only cost you time and the price of some paint and DIY tools.

Speaking to Ideal Home, DIY lover and former Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh said she was surprised at how easy this was to do. She bought one from a second-hand flea market and completely restored it, building up the fluting and reshaping some of it, before priming, sanding and repainting it.

'At first, I thought there's no way I'm going to make this look any good, and actually it wasn't as hard as I thought,' she shares. 'There are so many tutorials online now if you're unsure of how to do things. It's in our main living area because it's a really lovely Victorian high ceilinged room, but the fireplace they had must have been put in when the original one was taken out and it just didn't give it the credit it deserved.'

3. Make it centre-stage and conceal the TV

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A large chimney breast, white abstract artwork and dark paint make a big statement here, and the TV simply disappears. 'Whether you're a TV-over-the-fireplace or art-over-the-fireplace kind of girl, adding a centrepiece with height and visual weight is the best way to create a focal point,' say Jenna and Mariana at Interior Fox .

'Often times we have open recesses on either side of the chimney breast so take every opportunity to use this space by adding built-in shelving or bookcases. A fireplace also needs to be grounded for maximum visual impact so if you don't have a hearth, create one using tiles or stacks of books/plants.'

4. Opt for a textural look

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This fireplace has a gorgeous boho look with loads of natural textures, and it's sure to look radiant and inviting once lit. You've got the painted wood panelled walls, marble, natural wooden candle stands, the stone of the Buddha, ceramic jars and a beaded light fitting. All of these tactile materials have been skillfully layered on top of what may have been a fairly plain and ordinary marble fireplace and hearth.

5. Add a touch of royalcore

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Elevate your traditional fireplace by taking inspiration from Bridgerton-inspired royalcore. Pale blue walls, gold-framed mirrors and artwork, DIY wall panelling ideas and a mix of old and new in terms of furniture and soft furnishings will take a fireplace to a new level. 

6. Make a statement with a modern design

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Create a wow moment with a modern, electric fire as part of your open-plan living room ideas. The fire cut out of the wall here means there's still a divide between the different areas but it also creates a sense of space, ideal for entertaining.

7. Update the chimney breast with geometric tiles

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Bring personality and a chic Parisian cafe style with some monochrome tiles like these from Walls and Floors . They've got a subtle matte finish and can be arranged in various ways, be it checkerboard or your own unique pattern.

8. Embrace symmetry

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If you want your living room to be a calming place to unwind, think about symmetry when coming up with living room fireplace ideas. Arrange wood either side of the fireplace in neat columns, cluster candles and arrange plants and artwork so there's a feeling of balance that's easy on the eye.

9. Make a statement with colour blocking

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Colour lovers, don't neglect your fireplace! It's a prime opportunity to inject some fun colour, and we're loving the combination of bright green, yellow and pink here, tied together with a geometric rug. A fresh lick of paint is always a winner if you want to shake things up without spending too much money.

10. Arrange furniture to embrace the fire

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Rearranging your furniture so that key pieces are angled towards the fire is a way to make your fire demand attention, without spending any money. 'Arrange your furniture so it embraces the fireplace rather than avoiding it,’ says Sally Denning, Interiors Stylist, @Blackshorestyle . You don't have to totally compromise your view of the TV but a few small tweaks, and shuffling sofa legs a little will help make sure the fireplace stands out.

11. Style a mantel like a pro

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'Symmetrical mantels – with say, an identical lamp at each end – can feel very formal,' comments interior designer Nicki Bamford-Bowes . 'Great in certain spaces and situations such as a dining room or a grand hallway. However, to create a more relaxed vibe in spaces such as a lounge, I prefer a more informal, asymmetrical mantel.' Play around with arranging vases, artwork, seasonal foliage, and plenty of candles for ambient light, which is essential for achieving cosy living room ideas.

12. Make a feature of a chimney breast wall

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‘Try painting the fireplace in a contrasting colour to walls, wallpapering all walls or alcoves except the chimney breast,' suggests Ruth Mottershead, Creative Director, Little Greene . 'Or opting for floor-to-ceiling colour, enveloping the fire surround and chimney breast just leaving the dark fireplace or decorative tiles to become a room’s feature highlight. ’

13. Keep it simple for a contemporary design

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‘An inset stove gives the illusion of a “window of fire”,’ says Declan Kingsley-Walsh, Managing Director, Morsø UK . 'So keep things minimal to let the fire remain centre stage.'

This style of living room fireplace ideas works in just about any space, contemporary or traditional, as it just depends how you dress it. it's a great option for small living room ideas, too, because it doesn't overly distract the eye and take over the space.

14. Make a modern fireplace the focal point

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In a contemporary layout embrace the freedom to upsize. Make a big impact, quite literally, with an oversized fireplace design within your modern living room ideas.

‘Glass panels on stoves are now bigger and wider, so you can really enjoy the beauty of a log fire, compared to more trad designs,’ says Declan from Morso.

‘Stoves can be placed almost anywhere as long as the requirements of the stove are met and there’s a flue, which means focal points are moving away from the traditional fireplace. ’

15. Welcome wallpaper to frame a fireplace

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Draw attention to the fire within the living room fireplace ideas by framing the surround with a decorative paper. ‘Adding living room wallpaper ideas to the chimney breast in an otherwise muted scheme highlights it and create an element of surprise,' suggests Ruth from Little Greene.

16. Give an original fireplace a makeover

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With the right materials you can upcycle anything and design a living room to perfection. ‘Most fireplaces are made from varnished wood, cast iron, tiles or stone, so if you are looking to paint it – and a contrasting colour always helps highlight this architectural feature – then use a coat of an all-surface primer,' advises Ruth from Little Greene.

'If you have a highly sculptural or cast-iron fireplace, then paint the walls and the fireplace itself the same colour – this reduces the powerful nature of the ironwork or shape but allows the detail to show through by the highlights and shadows that are displayed as light falls on it. ’

17. Style a fireplace seasonally

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‘Style your living room fireplace ideas with the season,’ says Interiors Stylist Sally. ‘For spring and summer, pop candles into the grate or add seasonal foliage. As you head into autumn, stack with logs – they are great for adding texture and can be moved to a log basket to one side come winter.’

18. Don't overpower the wood-burner

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‘For a contemporary stove, try to keep the area around minimal with a neutral palette,' says Declan from Morso. 'This allows the stove’s warm, dancing flames to be the focal point. For more traditional stoves, expose the original brick or go for decorative tiles to create a warm, homely look for rustic living room ideas.'

19. Make your facing pop

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Not sure what to do with that tired old wooden surround on your living room fireplace ideas? If you are feeling brave, painting it a bright colour will make it sing. Try to pick out your chosen colour in accents such as cushions and rugs, and smaller pieces of upcycled furniture for a more cohesive look.

Think carefully about your colour choice. If you have a cool neutral like grey on the walls, pick a strong sunshine yellow, teal blue or fuchsia pink. If you are working with a warmer neutral, try an on-trend brick or terracotta red, a sage or olive green or even plum.

20. Go grey all over

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One way to make a fireplace feel less old fashioned or obtrusive is to paint it in an on-trend, colour, and to also us that colour on the wall behind. This cocooning grey living room idea is on trend, and makes this mantel feel smart. It's also light enough that you don't lose the fine details of any carved details.

21. Make sure it's to scale

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This is important if you are choosing a replacement mantelpiece, or installing a new fireplace where one didn't previously exist. 'If you have lots of space and high ceilings, you may wish to opt for a tall fireplace with an overhanging mantel, an ornate overmantel and a wide hearth extension,' advises Owen from Renaissance London.

'If your space is smaller, such as in a bathroom or guest bedroom, you may wish to opt for something more flush to the wall. Focus the detail on ornate jambs or tiles around the grate.'

22. Turn a chimney breast into a home office

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Here's a very smart solution for a defunct fireplace – turn it into a desk or dressing table. Deeper wardrobes sit in the alcoves created by the flue, while attaching a shelf to the chimney breast makes an instant workspace or beauty bar. And the hearth becomes a place to tuck in a stool – it's the home office you've always wanted, but takes up barely any space.

23. Pare back a disused fireplace

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Turn a simple hole in the wall into a stunning feature that reflects the style of your property. For coastal living room ideas, look to rustic materials. Raw concrete cavity and a stone base are a great starting point.

24. Use reclaimed wood for authenticity

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A big open hearth and flue might look authentic, but they are also rather impractical. In country living room ideas, consider sealing off the flue so there are no draughts, and instead using an efficient wood burner as they do a far better job of emitting heat directly into the room that an open fire wood.

A simple reclaimed beam is a rustic alternative to a traditional mantelpiece, while still nodding to the age of the house.

25. Fake it in a new build with this instant fix

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Though it's not true of all new builds, some can feel a little bereft of features. So if you are looking for a focal point to replace the TV, a fireplace surround like this one from Next could be the retro-fit solution you've been looking for. It will fit against a flat wall for an instant feature, and you can add your choice of electric stove or hearth to complete the look.

Buy now: Jefferson fireplace surround, £525, Next

26. Keep things elegant with marble

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Marble is the perfect choice for a fireplace. It is resistant to heat and fire, meaning you can light the fire all winter long without worrying about any damage. Marble is perfect for creating a sleek modern look. It can be expensive, but the versatility and longevity of marble makes it is a great investment.

27. Add character with exposed brick

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If you have inherited a fireplace already fitted with a heating element, rather than tearing it out immediately check to see if it is still safe to use and work with it.

This old heating element and exposed brick fireplace add character to this otherwise modern living room. It is a lovely focal point that offers a nod to the history of the house.

28. Create a modern, industrial look

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Has your original fireplace been ripped out? It's relatively affordable to commission your own in cast concrete, for a surround that has all the character or marble or stone without the expense. Pops of orange will fire up neutral living room ideas when the stove itself isn't flickering.

29. Match your fireplace to your walls

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Fireplaces can sometimes stand out for all the wrong reasons. So if you want yours to blend in, paint it to match the walls around it. This is particularly effective if you go for a deep colour rather than a pale neutral. Pick out the tone in soft furnishings but make sure there's enough 'light' to contrast with the shad to avoid overkill.

30. Work in a wood-burning stove

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Fireplace alcove not in use? Install a log burning stove. It will create wonderfully cosy centrepiece and will heat the whole area. Be sure to enlist the help of a trained contractor who will make sure the structure is safe and built to the latest regulations.

The results as seen here in this quaint country living room are stunning and can be enjoyed from all angles of the room. ‘Whether your living room is big or small, a wood-burning stove always makes it cosy' says Declan from Morso.

31. Dress an inglenook

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Large open fireplaces, or Inglenooks as they are often known, are the ultimate indulgence for cottage-style homes. They were originally used in houses to cook, and for people to gather in for extra warmth but these days they are purely decorative and atmospheric.

Their grand appearance is the epitome of rustic cosiness and looks the part amongst beamed ceilings and comfortable sofas. You need to have sufficient permanent ventilation into the room to ensure that the fire can work safely with a good draught up the flue.

Be sure to learn how to clean and maintain your chimney and heating stove in time for winter.

32. Personalise the mantlepiece

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Ever wondered where the living room furniture pointed before the days of the TV? Although many have been neglected or ripped out completely, the fireplace is gaining gravitas once more thanks to our current love of all things heritage.

Whether offering a place for your wine glass at a party to perching a family portrait, the mantel itself has long reflected each era of design. Use a bare mantel to display your favourite objects – a sure fire (get it?!) way to cheer you up on a dull, dreary day.

Select specific items to make more of a statement – oversized letters to spell out kid’s names looks great, or use the wall above to position a large scale print and leave the mantle free.

33. Fill in the gaps with logs

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Fill an unused fireplace with log storage ideas for an eye-catching display. Fire wood is making a rustic style statement this season. Stacked and styled with an interior designer’s eye, the storage of this humble heat source is also the ‘hot’ new way to bring a textural element into the winter home.

34. Light up your fire

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An exposed brick chimney breast is a popular decorative fireplace style right now. It demands attention, adds texture and lends itself well to not only rustic but modern schemes as it gives a nod to the industrial trend.

It particularly looks the part in this relaxed living room as creates a focal point and balances the eclectic scheme. If your fireplace is not in use, light up the hearth with a quirky novelty LED letter light as an extra highlight.

35. Adorn your fireplace with foraged foliage

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Give those Sunday afternoon walks extra purpose by taking the opportunity to forage in the hedgerows for pretty foliage to adorn your fireplace. Slip your secateurs in your pocket and be on the look-out for ivy, rose hips, eucalyptus, yew and box cuttings. As well as looking pretty, they'll double as kindling.

The time honoured and traditional fireplace was once a necessity to heat a room, but in today's world they can be seen as more of a comforting indulgence and delight. From artificial gas and electric fires to rustic wood burners and roaring open inglenooks, there is certainly a style and type to suit every style of living room, bedroom, kitchen or even bathroom.

How do you arrange a living room with a fireplace in the middle?

'Try to position your seating in a way that surrounds the hearth, whilst still angled towards the TV,' says Sam Hood, co-founder and chief creative officer at AMARA . 'This will give you the best of both worlds, embracing both the modern and traditional focal points.'

Should I buy a restored fireplace or reproduction fireplace?

A beautiful fireplace might be a must-have now, but it's a sad fact that in the 1970s and 1980s, homeowners couldn't rip them out fast enough. That's left many older homes lacking their original living room fireplace ideas. So if you want to reinstate them, is it best to seek out an old fireplace, salvaged from a property of a similar age, or to buy new?

'Restoration can be a hugely gratifying and challenging process, from sourcing to installation, but the result is a true piece of history amongst the fabric of your home,' says Owen from Renaissance London. 'Alternatively, specifying a reproduction fireplace gives you the freedom to create something entirely new. It can be made to look old while incorporating all the detail and personalisation you could wish for.'

How do I make my fireplace a year-round feature?

'During the summer, a stove or fire remains a functional design element that boosts the aesthetics of any space, even though it’s not in regular use,' points out Declan from Morso. 'Keep logs and fireside tools close by to your living room fireplace ideas – whatever the season – they add interest and make the stove feel homely all year round. ’

'For non-working fireplaces with open cavities, use a heap of white candles at different heights,' says Interior Fox. 'You can light them and it creates a nice glow mimicking a fire. Another affordable option is stacking books and plants neatly to create different heights within the cavity. Don't forget about the mantel! Candles, ornaments, and small vases with greenery can do wonders for an empty mantel.'

Do fireplaces cause pollution?

While we love the cosy element that a wood-burning living room fireplace ideas bring, we also acknowledge the Clean Air Strategy 2019 , which set about the reduction of emissions at home to protect the environment and the nation's health.

According to the Government website, burning wood and coal in open fires and stoves makes up 38% of the UK’s primary emissions of fine particulate matter. The Clean Air Strategy 2019 set out plans to legislate to prohibit the sale of the most polluting fuels, ensuring only the cleanest stoves would be available for sale by 2022.

Amy Cutmore is Editor-in-Chief, Homes Audience, working across the Future Homes portfolio. She works on titles including Ideal Home, Homes & Gardens, Livingetc, Real Homes, Gardeningetc, Top Ten Reviews and Country Life. And she's a winner of the PPA's Digital Content Leader of the Year. A homes journalist for two decades, she has a strong background in technology and appliances, and has a small portfolio of rental properties, so can offer advice to renters and rentees, alike. 

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For many years, a fireplace in a guest room has served not only as one of the heaters. It is actively used as the main decorating element. nine0003

Visually, it makes the room more comfortable and brings back pleasant memories of a happy childhood.

Fireplaces are especially popular with people who own private property in a suburban area. However, this does not mean at all that there is no place for this device in modern apartments.

On the contrary, professional designers recommend using a fireplace even in small spaces. After all, it adds comfort and warmth to the atmosphere. Any room looks good with it. nine0003

There is a huge variety of fireplace models on the market today.

All of them have a different design and device. Their price range is also quite wide. Therefore, everyone can choose the right product for themselves.

However, you do not need to install a real electric fireplace if you do not plan to use it for its intended purpose, but just want to decorate the room. On sale there are inexpensive models of the so-called "fake" fireplaces, which only imitate fire. nine0003

Let's take a closer look at the models currently available for sale.

Types of fireplaces

Electric fireplace

The most common model of all known. Install such fireplaces most often in apartments, and not in private houses, cottages.

This is due to the fact that the strength of the floor in multi-storey buildings does not allow the installation of a fireplace familiar to everyone. They are small in size, so they are ideal for installation even in small rooms. nine0003

Their high level of safety has been proven after numerous studies, so every day more and more people prefer electric fireplaces.

Wood-burning fireplace

This type of fireplace is usually installed in private houses or country cottages. Of course, real fire, and not its imitation, can bring a special touch of comfort.

But before you decide to install a wood-burning fireplace, you should think about it. Indeed, for its arrangement and normal functioning, you will need a properly built chimney, as well as some accessories. nine0003

The cost of installing a real wood-burning fireplace is quite high, so if you want to install it, be prepared for significant waste.

Gas fireplace

Over the past few years, these models have become more popular due to their improved design. With a gas fireplace you can regulate the temperature in the room. It is also an excellent heating device.

A fairly wide range of models allows customers to find a device that will complement the chosen stylistic direction in the design of the room. nine0003

Fake Fireplaces

A great option for those who want to decorate their living room a bit but don't have the funds to buy a real fireplace.

They are made of drywall or brick. And to add to such a fireplace more similarity with the real one, firewood or candles are additionally used.

A few tips for decorating interiors with a fireplace

It is worth noting right away that if you are going to install a fireplace in the living room, and not in any other room, you should take care of the correct arrangement of the furniture. And if, for example, in the bedroom you can put a fireplace in the way that is convenient for you, then in the living room you need to take into account the location of the furniture. nine0003

The entire furniture set should be placed in such a way that everyone present in the room can enjoy the contemplation of the flame.

Please note that fireplaces look harmonious only with furniture upholstered in soothing shades.

Designers believe that chocolate and milk are the most suitable shades in this case.

Beige and gray palette can also be used. Therefore, if you want to achieve the most harmonious combination, think over the color palette of the room in advance and purchase the model that will be combined with the interior. nine0003

Remember that the floor covering plays an important role, as well as the design of the walls in the room.

Flashy colors should be avoided as they do not go well with a device such as a fireplace. After all, it creates an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility in the room, and bright and catchy colors are opposite.

Therefore, it is best to use interior design that is as close to modern or classic as possible.

In the event that you certainly want to dilute the interior with bright colors, use bright decorating elements for this (pillows, vases, flower pots).

Photo of living rooms with fireplace

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Living room interior design with fireplace

The fireplace has long ceased to be just a heating device, it is part of the interior, and in pairs it is even the starting point when creating a living room design. The design of a living room with a fireplace can raise a number of questions: where to start, what to build on, which fireplace to choose? In this article, we have collected not only beautiful photos of the interiors of living rooms with a fireplace, but also tried to tell what kind of fireplaces are in style, finishing method, and by the very principle of operation. nine0003

Fireplace in the living room of a city apartment

In an apartment with central heating, the fireplace often plays a decorative role rather than a utilitarian one. At the same time, focusing attention on himself, he becomes a kind of center of attraction for the inhabitants of the house. Romantic mood, sincere atmosphere, warmth and comfort - this is what gives a bewitching dance of fire in the hearth.


Fireplace in the interior of the living room of a country house

As an element of the heating system, the fireplace will warm your living room, and will also become the most important decorative dominant of the interior. A classic wood-burning hearth is not only beauty and romance, but also a symbol of luxury, a kind of indicator of prestige, the high status of the owner of the house.

Living room fireplaces

Wood burning fireplaces

The classic hearth, in which firewood comfortably crackles, belongs to a country house, but not an apartment in the city, where open fire is prohibited by fire safety rules. The decision on its arrangement is made in advance - at the design stage of the building. The design of the fireplace has a considerable weight, because it includes a firebox with a decorative lining, as well as devices for extracting smoke and distributing air. nine0213




Gas fireplace

As the name suggests, the fireplace is fueled by natural gas. Gas is affordable and environmentally friendly when certain precautions are taken. That is why, with the permission of the gas services, such a fireplace can be installed in a city apartment. Products of combustion of fuel are easily removed by means of an extract.




Electric fireplace

Practical, unpretentious in use and safe electric fireplace will perfectly fit into the atmosphere of your home. Modern devices very talentedly imitate real fire. A fireplace from a few steps is indistinguishable from a wood-burning hearth, the volumetric illusion of flame, smoke, embers is so natural.




Biofireplace

Biofireplace is easy to operate and maintain and environmentally friendly. Ethanol vapors, burning in the furnace, create a magnificent decorative effect of a dancing flame, and also contribute to heating the room. nine0003

Raised fireplace

The arrangement of a “fake” fireplace is an interesting design technique that can transform an ordinary room, making it sparkle with new colors. A decorative fireplace will disguise a heating radiator or serve as a bookshelf. Still lifes of thick colored candles placed in the "furnace" look beautiful and interesting.




Types of fireplaces according to the installation site

Wall fireplaces are located along the wall, most often in the center. The abundance of space around will allow you to stay at the hearth not only for your family, but also for a group of friends. nine0003

Corner fireplaces are just as popular as wall fireplaces. At the same time, this arrangement is usually chosen for small rooms in order to create coziness without cluttering up the space.


The hearth built into the wall is a variant of the wall location of the fireplace. In this case, the firebox and chimney are installed in a wall niche or a specially erected column. At the same time, the fireplace lining almost does not protrude from the wall, only outlining the contours of the structure.


Interior solutions

Classic style

The fireplace portal is made of natural materials - natural stone or wood. Its U-shape is distinguished by clear lines and concise forms. A minimum of decorative details and restrained rigor - this is what characterizes the ageless classic.


Hi-Teck

Clarity and straightforwardness are the main features of the modern Hi-Teck trend. The fireplace, like other furnishings, should be simple and functional. For the manufacture of the portal, glass, shiny metal, glass ceramics are usually used. The most common are suspended and built-in models. nine0003

Minimalism

A fireplace in a minimalist interior looks simple and strict. The style tends to neutral or pastel colors, geometrically perfect contours, even and smooth surfaces, straight lines. Practicality and functionality are the credo of minimalism.

Modern

Fireplace portals with smooth, flowing forms, curved surfaces, decorated with floral motifs, are made in the Art Nouveau style. Only natural materials are used for decoration - wood, marble, onyx, ceramics and others. Portals are usually painted in soothing colors - cream, sand, the color of natural wood and others. nine0213


Vanguard

Unusual and extremely original configurations are inherent in avant-garde fireplaces. Everything here is unusual and non-standard: the shape, the choice of materials, and the location. A fireplace in the form of a suspended pyramid, a polygonal prism, a submarine periscope - this is not a complete list of designers' ideas.

Contemporary style

In the interior of a city apartment, fireplaces of concise forms with a minimum of decoration look appropriate and organic. They are installed so as to leave as much free space as possible. Natural and artificial materials are widely used for cladding - metal and stone, durable plastic and composites, glass and ceramic tiles. nine0213


Oriental

Oriental motifs in the decoration of fireplaces look fresh and original. The portal, decorated with carvings, inlays, patterned paintings, looks bright and magnificent, attracting attention. In the decoration of fireplaces, tiles, stone and wood panels, as well as decorative plaster are most often used.

Fireplace finishes

Tiling is one of the most popular types of fireplace cladding. For this, tiles, majolica, sonorous clinker are used, which always looks aesthetically attractive and original. nine0003

Wood is a cozy, warm but flammable material. That is why it should only be used for decorative fireplaces or fixtures that create cold artificial flames.

Artificial stone is a real favorite in fireplaces. Both neoclassical portals made of smooth marbled tiles and fireplaces lined with wild stone in the style of a country or chalet look great.


Plaster is a practical, inexpensive, easy-to-use material. In addition, he "knows how" to imitate other textures, pretending to be either raw stone or smooth silk. Facing with plaster is beautiful and very affordable.

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