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Cary Bernstein Architect Choy 1 ResidenceModern Living Room, San Francisco

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tanem wrote:Oct 16, 2010

- Where can i find these poufs/ottomans?

Annie Thornton
Also, for more inspiration, http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127882/list/Trendy-but-Classic--Poufs
November 2, 2010
draven levy
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August 22, 2012

Dawn Templeton wrote:Dec 27, 2010

- What is the material that makes up this fireplace?

tamara2995
The panels up the front of the fireplace are steel?
February 26, 2012
patsyk1960
Can this process be used for outdoor metal panels. I just had panels installed and I WANT to keep the hot rolled black look and not let it go to rust. Thanks
May 1, 2016

princesslittlepants wrote:May 25, 2011

- Can you please describe what exactly the metal is on the fireplace, I just love the colour and large pieces and would prefer not to do large ceramic tiles. Thanks in advance!

PRO
Cary Bernstein Architect
I hope this gives you great enjoyment!
October 18, 2017
PRO
Cary Bernstein Architect
The material is, indeed, cold-rolled steel plate with a gun-metal blue patina. It has a hand-waxed finish on top. A specialty metal fabricator should know how to apply the finish. Enjoy!
October 29, 2017

kristenirvin wrote:Nov 16, 2011

- Love the fire feature and use of steel. How did you adhear to walls considering the heat? Thank you

danieludoh wrote:Feb 1, 2012

- Where can I go to get those same kind of steel for the fireplace? I love this!!!

dnise
What kind of treatment was done to get this color?
April 14, 2012
Nancy Kay
Would this tile be attached like tile would or would it be bolted to the wall? It looks like there is grout. Thank you.
June 13, 2014

langforda wrote:Feb 6, 2012

- I love this design. How did you determine the height on the wall to place the fireplace. I would like to put some stools/bench seating in front of fireplace but I am unsure of how high to put the firebox. My ceiling is two storie, framed by windows on both size.

C S
Can you please provide details on the metal/tile surround material?
March 18, 2013
ritasj
Try taping off 20" from the floor ..a box around 40" wide and 20-24 tall...a much more contemporary shape and proportionately better than a more square box....with such a tall surround...the fire configuration could also be more contemporary with spaced flames in glass pebbles for instance...a few moments exploring photos in Houzz should offer lots of examples...perhaps type " tall contemporary fireplaces" ....a picture is better than a thousand words...
January 16, 2016

Riva Cantù wrote:May 24, 2012

oxidized stainless steel

- Our company is in Italy and I can't find someone who work Oxidized stainless steel. Please can you explain better the treatment process of steel? Grazie!

tvergueta
Here is the answer that Brent of a Colorado sip generously placed in answer to a similar question re a similar fireplace (search Houzz Capitol Creek by Derek Skalko)
The Castle Creek fireplace used a 1/8" thick steel plate called laser plate. One could also start with a 'pickled and oiled' plate. A material that is without mill scale. The surface was orbital sanded thru to a 240 grit finish. We used the Birchwood Casey product M20 deluted 50% with distilled water. This patina is a solution that includes selenious and phosphoric acids. The diluted patina was sprayed on with misting bottle and worked in with fine Scotchbrite pads and kept wet with the patina until the desired color was reached. It was then immediately flooded with water and force dried with compressed air and towels. Your metal worker can decide what lacquer to best use, there are many that would work I believe. http://birchwoodtechnologies.com/antiquing/options.html
ANTIQUE BLACK® M20 IMMERSION
Weggis......looks nice.
Sincerely,
Brent

BRENTON CURTIS METALSMITHING LLC
615 CHEYENNE AVENUE
NEW CASTLE, CO 81647
WWW.BCMETALSMITHING.COM
970.618.3018 c
November 9, 2014
karen3boys
this surround is phenomenal -- congratulations!
February 5, 2015

chock wrote:Jul 9, 2012

How did you get a fireplace approved in San Francisco?

- Unless this is a remodel of an existing fireplace, as far as I know, it's near impossible to get an open front, fire burning fireplace in a project in CA/SF.

Emilia Chumas
what steel company did you get the panels from. Love it
March 5, 2017
PRO
Cary Bernstein Architect
This project was done before the builders code changed- wood-burning fireplaces were allowed back then.
March 5, 2017

mudgelaura wrote:Oct 8, 2012

How is the hot rolled steel adhered to the surround. Is there gyp rock , ply behind the steel. Tell me please.

mwtokiwadai wrote:Nov 9, 2012

Nice!

- Where does one get those giant pillows? If so where do you call those?

normreally
Um, sorry but this fireplace needs no embellishments. Perfect just the way it is
February 3, 2014
Tony Cavallio
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March 8, 2014

reneefinholm wrote:Nov 27, 2012

love the chairs, where are they from

roxostlie wrote:Apr 21, 2013

Could you mount a tv on??

sathork wrote:Jul 23, 2014

Dimensions

- What are the dimensions (height and width) of the stone wall with fireplace?

sydennes wrote:Sep 18, 2015

Where would I find the material for the surround? It is fabulous.

nimmer178 wrote:Jan 29, 2018

What material is the fireplace surround ?

PRO
Cary Bernstein Architect
The surround is made with steel plates which are finished with a gun-metal blue patina and handwaxed. There are a few discussions on our page about the fireplace which may be helpful for you. Enjoy!
January 30, 2018
Kimberley Logan
I love this fireplace!!!! Where do I find the discussions on your page?
April 10, 2018