Fireplaces

Fall is on its way and cooler weather isn’t far behind welcoming in the holiday season. Families gather for seasonal celebrations and a fireplace tends to draw some main attential. Of course that is only if you can pull people off the kitchen island!

The hearth has long been the center of the home and from a design perspective there are many ways to treat this feature. The classic wooden fireplace surround and mantle is just that- a classic. Stained wood will long be the default for a classic fireside.

In an effort to freshen up those traditional elements, people have painted the fireplace mantle and creating a streamlined look with their window, door casing and crown molding is a clean, bright look. Paint doesn’t have to be limited to the universal white however. Nothing created a moody and cozy room like a rich, high gloss paint color in a dramatic color.

Limestone surrounds have been popular in both a sculptural and contemporary style or detailed classical flare. Old world charm abounds from these timeless features.

Then there are always homes that learn toward minimalism and a fireplace mantle and surround can be designed to accommodate these spaces as well.

Our designers are available to walk you through some style options for your home and get you ready for the cooler, holiday season and all the entertaining that it brings.