25 Fireplace design tips

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Painting a black exterior

Re-decorating is always a good choice! Give your fireplace new life by painting its exterior holding black. This new look will transform your space for a modern, updated feel while still preserving the original design.

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Use abstract tiling

Tiling the exterior of your fireplace can be what gives it the extra pizazz it needs. Tiling adds a level of sophistication, and with endless tiling opportunities you can easily personalise your space. You can also select a design and colour scheme to complement the rest of your home décor, whether traditional or contemporary.

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The two-sided fireplace

If you are still on the hunt for a fireplace, consider a two-sided option that works for an indoor and outdoor area in your home. Depending on the design of your home, you could have one side that heats up your living room while also providing some ambiance for when you are lounging outdoors or at the poolside.

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The glass box fireplace

The glass box fireplace is a modern addition to any home. Using a fireplace of this kind in your space is a guaranteed conversation piece that can be placed centrally in your desired room. It’s beautiful, functional, and can also be an elegant focal point for your room.

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Create a contemporary space

Just because your fireplace is a source of warmth for your home, doesn’t mean it can’t be an integral part of your spaces design elements. Keep your fireplace simple yet elegant with a contemporary twist. Simplicity is key after all!

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Choose a minimalistic design

Speaking of simplicity is key… This is the secret to minimalism! Although individuals often think minimalism is easy to achieve, that is not necessarily the case. Turning your fireplace into the focal point of a minimalistic room requires careful decisions in furniture, décor and colour choices.

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Use pops of colour

If you feel as though your space is lacking, a great way to spruce it up is by using pops of colour! This is a good way to make a statement in any space. You can use pillows, accessories like vases or plants, and even furniture. Hanging a colourful artwork above your fireplace will also help draw attention to your fireplace.

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Have design symmetry

Balance doesn’t mean boring, and it does not necessarily mean that you have to have the one side of your room mirror the other. Creating balance in your space, with your fireplace as the focal point, is all about using furniture and décor in a way that fills out the space of each side of the room – therefore not leaving one side looking heavier with colour and patterns than the other.

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Create a rustic look

A rustic look can be achieved in various ways. From layering up on specific antique items to utilising natural edges, there are lots of different ways to achieve a well-rounded rustic look that will match your fireplace. Proper colour coordination is also important when it comes to this goal – so make sure you’ve got all the right colours and coordinating textures!

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Accessorize your mantel

Your fireplace can work alongside other décor choices to make your space truly eclectic. Using carefully chosen pieces on your mantel helps you achieve the interior design style you are aiming for! It is also a great way to add personality and charm to any fireplace, no matter the size of the room.

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Ornamentally designed fireplaces

One of the best ways to achieve a Victorian styled interior is by installing an ornamental fireplace. These types of fireplaces are unique in their design and can help you create a cosy yet sophisticated environment. Along with ornamental décor, you’ll have your dream space in no time.

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Frameless fireplace

A frameless fireplace is the perfect addition to any home. With a frameless fireplace you can bring warmth and comfort while also adding a touch of elegance that will impress everyone who sees it.

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The double sided fireplaces

Not only are double sided fireplaces aesthetically pleasing, but you can enjoy them in more than one room of your home. Hence, these fireplaces provide double the amount of heat and give you double the amount of designing opportunities.

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Mounted fireplaces

When you have a floating fireplace in your home, it typically becomes a focal point. Hence, it’s important to keep it colour cohesive with other decorative elements throughout your space to ensure your interior design is properly enhanced.

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Choose a quirky design

Need something quirky? A rounded fireplace is the way to go. Like nothing you have ever seen before, these circular shaped fireplaces are a statement of their own and are still functional to use. No matter what kind of room you are furnishing, a rounded fireplace is the focal point you’ll want.

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Play with texture

Play with texture! Sometimes it’s as easy as adding texture to the wall behind your fireplace, or the floor underneath it, that makes your fireplace really pop. Utilising the correct décor items can also help you achieve this.

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Keep it consistent

Whatever theme you have, it is important to pull this key element throughout your space. For example, if you have chosen a modern design look ensure that this is seen in more than just your fireplace, let your furniture, trinkets and light fixtures compliment it.

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Keep it cosy

The main purpose of a fireplace is to provide warmth in your home, so keep your space cosy to match! With traditional interior decorating, adding cosy elements such as a warm throw or a big rug can pull your space together beautifully.

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Install a mantel

If you don’t have a mantel above your fireplace now is your time to get one! Installing a floating shelf to act as one lets you add thoughtful decorative items around your fireplace that can easily elevate your rooms style.

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White fireplace

In a room that is maybe busier than most, a white fireplace is a perfect focal point. It is also a great way to add light and warmth to small rooms. For a more minimalistic look, white fireplaces in mostly white rooms also create an impressive look and feel.

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Make use of one colour

Brighten up the space around your fireplace by painting it a warm or soothing colour. Furthermore, incorporate similar shades of this colour throughout your space with rugs, ornaments, scatter cushions and more.

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Mix styles

A great way to keep your space looking fresh and quirky is by mixing new and old elements. Compliment these with your chosen fireplace and you’ll have a showstopper of a room! For example, if you have a vintage looking home, throwing in a more modern fireplace can be a healthy clash.

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Liven up your fireplace accessories

Decorating with your fireplace accessories, such as your fire screen, can help you echo the style of your room. This can also be done with decorative pieces of wood, for wood burning fireplaces, and items such as baskets that you may be using to store said wood.

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Open up your space

The easiest way to make a room look larger is by making the ceiling higher – though this is not always a viable option. By placing a mirror above your fireplace, which is often the focal point of a room, you’ll be able to do just that without altering the structure of your home. This makes your home look larger and more luxurious.

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Make your flue a feature

If you’re thinking about installing a fireplace with a flue, or already have one, why not take the opportunity to integrate your flue into the design of your space? A monochromatic theme can look fantastic in modern or contemporary interiors – just think about how special that flue could be!