We moved into our new home the last week in August and within a week we'd called in a contractor to discuss taking down the red brick fireplace wall in the living room. We lucked out with our contractor - Everyday Remodeling in Eugene, Oregon - as one of the crew is an expert stone mason. In addition to rebuilding our firebox with great attention and care, he dramatically transformed the room with the addition of ledge stone. We're thrilled with the results!

We mounted our TV above the new fireplace because it's the focal point of our room, and that's where the seating is facing. To avoid the pain of watching a TV placed way too high, however, we installed a ComfortVu motorized TV mount that brings the TV forward and down to a comfortable viewing position. Being in this room is now a pleasure!