AFTER PHOTO: Although the fireplace had no venting, it did conveniently have a chase wall that went all the way to the ceiling. This provided a means of installing a Valor "Horizon" direct vent fireplace (vented vertically through the roof). We built an opening that recesses into the wall above the fireplace and painted it black to create a frame for the tv to be recessed into the wall. . This will help protect the tv from the heat that rises from the fireplace. The Horizon fireplace will provide substantial heat but produce absolutely no odors. Removing the elaborate overmantel and refacing the fireplace chase with the light beige stone creates a much more open and updated feel to the room.

The Legend G3 gas insert was the perfect choice for this formal living room and does a great job helping to heat the home.
Example of an ornate living room design in Richmond

This property was empty before staging. Photos and Staging by Betsy Konaxis, BK Classic Collections Home Stagers
Bedroom - mid-sized traditional master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea in Boston with a standard fireplace and white walls

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Huge arts and crafts formal and enclosed ceramic tile living room photo in New York with beige walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Paul Schraub
Inspiration for a contemporary medium tone wood floor family room remodel in San Francisco with beige walls and a standard fireplace

Looking at this home today, you would never know that the project began as a poorly maintained duplex. Luckily, the homeowners saw past the worn façade and engaged our team to uncover and update the Victorian gem that lay underneath. Taking special care to preserve the historical integrity of the 100-year-old floor plan, we returned the home back to its original glory as a grand, single family home. The project included many renovations, both small and large, including the addition of a a wraparound porch to bring the façade closer to the street, a gable with custom scrollwork to accent the new front door, and a more substantial balustrade. Windows were added to bring in more light and some interior walls were removed to open up the public spaces to accommodate the family’s lifestyle. You can read more about the transformation of this home in Old House Journal: http://www.cummingsarchitects.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Old-House-Journal-Dec.-2009.pdf Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Valor "Ledge" small contemporary gas fireplace fit the space perfectly in this remodeled Fan home Installation & Photo by Michael Duke
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Small ornate enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room photo in Atlanta with red walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

Baron Construction & Remodeling Design Build Remodel Renovate Victorian Home Renovation & Remodel Kitchen Remodel and Relocation 2 Bathroom Additions and Remodel 1000 square foot deck Interior Staircase Exterior Staircase New Front Porch New Playroom New Flooring New Plumbing New Electrical New HVAC

Photography by Michael J. Lee
Living room - large contemporary enclosed and formal light wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Boston with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace, gray walls and no tv

The homeowners had a vent-free gas fireplace that they didn't like because of the fumes it put into their room. The fireplace was so elaborate yet incongruent that it overpowered the room because it is so top heavy.

Looking at this home today, you would never know that the project began as a poorly maintained duplex. Luckily, the homeowners saw past the worn façade and engaged our team to uncover and update the Victorian gem that lay underneath. Taking special care to preserve the historical integrity of the 100-year-old floor plan, we returned the home back to its original glory as a grand, single family home. The project included many renovations, both small and large, including the addition of a a wraparound porch to bring the façade closer to the street, a gable with custom scrollwork to accent the new front door, and a more substantial balustrade. Windows were added to bring in more light and some interior walls were removed to open up the public spaces to accommodate the family’s lifestyle. You can read more about the transformation of this home in Old House Journal: http://www.cummingsarchitects.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Old-House-Journal-Dec.-2009.pdf Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Crystal clear 4k video was set up to stream to 10 different screens. Combined with the Savant mobile app, both the video and audio can easily be controlled and automated, regardless of where in the house you are.

The Windsor was the perfect choice for this formal Victorian mantel. The fireplace comes back to life and will help heat this Monument Avenue home.
Home design - victorian home design idea in Richmond

Owners of historic homes are always pleased to find out that we have many options for gas and electric fires to fit those tiny old coal fireplaces. Pictured here is the "Richmond" gas coal basket burn display in our showroom at 1022 N. Boulevard in Richmond, VA. The great news is that we ship nationwide and offer expert design and planning services no matter where you live.

Dave Henderson
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Example of a mid-sized classic formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor living room design in Other with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

this client owns a Victorian Home in Essex county NJ and asked me to design a fireplace surround that was appropriate for the space and hid the television. The mirror you see in the photo is actually a 2-way mirror and if you look closely at the center section of the mantle, the remote speaker for the TV is built in. The fretwork pattern adds a lovely detail and the super columns (column on top of column) fit perfectly in the design scheme.