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Unusual Fireplaces: Bright Spots for Average Homes
Add architectural detail and roaring comfort to your home with these atypical fireplace stylings
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The average American home tends to lack signifigant architectural detail. Long, straight rooms of white on white with small molding and builder-grade doors can get old. One of the easiest ways to add a punch is to add a fire feature. The visual impact of a fireplace can enliven a space, and the warmth of the flames can make any room cozy.
Check out these fire features added in unique ways — you might just be inspired to add a few flames to your next home improvement project.
Check out these fire features added in unique ways — you might just be inspired to add a few flames to your next home improvement project.
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| A fireplace can liven up a simple white space. Instead of going with a traditional arrangement, try an asymmetrical one. A thick black mantel gives the feature dimension. |
White isn't your style? Try this arrangement with a rustic stone surround and natural wood mantel. It works perfectly with the angled line of the ceiling.
| A fireplace is not only a boon to indoor spaces; it can liven up an exterior as well. This chimney gives a basic ranch shape more character and lends a cottage feel. |
| Perhaps you don't want a fireplace indoors, but an outdoor fireplace would be perfect. Adding a fireplace instantly creates an outdoor room and can expand your living space. |
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If you don't have a fireplace, you can add a suggestion of a hearth with a mantelpiece.
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Fire has a home in this kitchen via a wood-burning pizza oven. Is there anything more comforting than a pepperoni pie baking over open coals?
| If a pizza oven is too large of a commitment for you, perhaps a traditional fireplace is the perfect addition to your open kitchen and dining space. This fireplace, set behind the dining table, adds interest to the back wall and a homey glow to winter nights. |
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| If your look is more modern, a sleek concrete surround might be the way to go. This look is anything but average. |
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| Here is another sleek surround set into a paneled wall. A gas fireplace reduces the maintenance and cleanup of a traditional fireplace. |
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| However you choose to design the space, a little fire or the suggestion of it can add a warm, comforting touch to your home. Browse thousands of fireplace designs More: 16 Stunningly Beautiful Fireplaces The Right Built-Ins for Your Fireplace Painted Fireplace Mantels Add Pizzazz |
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CAROLE MEYER We enjoy our fireside room every morning in the winter....coffee in hand, fireplace is on. 
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Olga@Stardust-decorstyle.blogspot.com What about with a circular fireplace? In my home we have that kind of fireplace and is really difficult to decorate. Any suggestions? I'd really appreciate if you have any! (you can check here the fireplace and the whole living room: http://stardust-decorstyle.blogspot.com/2011/12/my-living-room_07.html#more)
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Amy Renea Hi Olga! Your fireplace is beautiful! I think the main thing that makes it difficult is also its gretest feature. The angle of the top of the fireplace makes vertical items places on the mantel look off balance. The angle is really pretty and interesting though, so what to do?? I would accentuate the horizontal line of the mantel instead of trying to fight the vertical angles. Go with garlands or a long line of a repeating element (such as low vases of candles, flowers or a collection like cameras or steel sculptures). Just aim for a low horizontal profile and consistency between the pieces. On a side note, if it is possible to paint the brass on the actual fireplace, that would help modernize it. Keeping the bottom of the fireplace free of visual distractions (like the footrest) will help make the fireplace a statement piece instead of something just to work around. Hope that helps a bit! You have a fabulous space and a beautiful blog!
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Maddie I have an unusual placement of a fireplace - it buts up to the north wall and to the right I have just 2 double windows. Difficult to arrange furniture in this room using it as a focul point. I have a sofa to the right side floating in the room and on the left i have a small entertainment center with my flat screen tv. It is so boring! I move furniture all the time trying to find something that will work. I am missing a nice conversational arrangement. Ideas appreciated! 
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