| This image is proof that wood-burning stove can warm up a space both literally and figuratively. Wide-open, clean-lined and contemporary, this living room may feel chilly to some, but the addition of the wood stove adds a sense of coziness. Private Comment
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| Similar to the previous image, this contemporary space receives a snug touch from its wood stove. Private Comment
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| Since the main purpose of wood-burning stoves is to provide heat, it’s best to include it within your seating arrangement. This designer made this modern stove the focal point of the living area by centering it, creating a dark, dramatic wall shield and flanking it with bookshelves. Private Comment
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| Consider facing your sofas toward one another, with the wood stove in-between, much as you would arrange furniture around a fireplace. It will not only provide maximum heat, but this setup is prime for conversation and entertaining. Private Comment
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| A wood stove on the porch extends outdoor living well into the cooler months. Private Comment
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| Want something sleek and unconventional? Go for a silver contemporary style. Placing it in the center of the room allows the entire space to benefit from its warmth. Private Comment
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| It's hard to deny the charm of a traditional-style wood-burning stove. If you have one, flaunt it: make it your focal point and update it with a modernized hearth. Private Comment
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| Remember: things of the past add personality. Instead of trying to disguise or hide this yellow wood-burning stove, this designer embraced it. With the addition of modern furnishings, hardwood floors and a textured oriental rug, this eclectic antique went from outdated to irresistibly charming. Private Comment
See the rest of this house — including a shot of what this fireplace looked like when the owners moved in. Do you have a woodstove? We'd love to see how you use it. More: Get Your Fireplace Ready for the Cold Season |
