10 Hot Fireplace Looks

The fireplace is a focal point for many living rooms. They are a sense of warmth, light and beauty in the home. Replacing or fixing up an existing fireplace doesn’t have to be a terribly expensive project. You can pay $500 or $5,000, depending upon your tastes. Mantels are being added to more than just the family rooms. Modern homes showcase them in master bedrooms and bathrooms alike. Here are a few hot fireplace designs to give you ideas on how you can re-imagine your space.

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Adding a fresh coat of paint can call added attention to your fireplace area, especially against a white wall.

 

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Built-in shelving, a pebble backdrop, and the long mantel are impressive features that make this fireplace so cool.

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 This fireplace combines a light-colored wood and mosaic tile that match the hues in the accent painting nicely.

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This stone fireplace really WOWS! More than likely, the entire room was built around this striking structure.

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Marble and wrought-iron are timeless classics to add sophistication to your living room.

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Craftsman fireplaces with hand-carved, stained wood and marble look wonderful in old traditional homes.

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Stone fireplaces are one of the hottest modern design trends.

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This fireplace has a neat art deco shield to add design character.

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You could also paint your fireplace surround the same color as the wall to call attention to the luxurious marble instead.

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This fireplace has a nice weathered stone and fireplace gate, but what really stands out is the way the homeowner used the mantel space to showcase a special hobby.