While historically the fireplace was a place of utility — to cook, stay warm, and provide light — its function has evolved from one of mere practicality to becoming a focal point of the home. It's ...

There are many possible designs and options for home fireplaces. You can choose something that’s already been designed and built, or designed something from scratch. You can choose something extremely ...

Tell Jack Frost to back off—there’s no better way to cope with the bitter winter than to cozy up by the fire. These particularly well-designed fireplaces will melt away the cold, and surely warm a ...

Picasso in his Blue Period would approve of this Atelier Davis –designed mantelpiece. Its rich, glossy blue color provides ...

Valerie Bordelanne (left) and Gregoire Maes (right) were sold on their Chelsea apartment by a modern stainless-steel statement fireplace by the design firm BoND. Stephen Yang As the world awaits Santa ...

I love my apartment. Like really, really love it. I spent years reworking the decor to get it just how I want it, and I'm happy to say, it's finally my idea of perfection. Well, except for one little ...

In a home that looked out onto the ocean and vast blue sky, nearly floor to ceiling windows took full advantage of the spectacular view. But inside, the walls were a little dark, and a small box of a ...

Last summer, Jenny Minns had an epiphany about her living room (below). “I was feeling daunted about the COVID winter ahead,” the founder of Palm & Prep Design says. “I realized adding a fireplace to ...

These are all the items you should avoid placing inside old, faux, or unused fireplaces, especially if you want a standout ...

The soon-to-be empty nesters didn’t want to move, so they decided to refresh their well-loved home. As soon-to-be empty nesters, Alexandra Bier’s clients were ready for a change. Rather than migrate ...

A fireplace improves the atmosphere of your home, but fireplace installation can be costly and require a great deal of maintenance. If you don’t have a chimney or simply want to avoid the hassle of a ...

If you don’t already have a fireplace or are thinking about converting your woodburning one to gas or electric, you’re sure to warm up to the latest trends. “One of the hottest trends in fireplaces ...