Live fire has always attracted people.It was a source of warmth and light, guaranteed coziness and comfortable life. Even today it touches deep strings of memory, making you admire the dancing tongues, having lost track of time. In the age of technological progress, you don’t need to go out into nature to feel the warmth of fire, it’s enough to arrange a room with a fireplace, and it’s easy as pie.
Today, a fireplace not only serves as a heating sourcefunction, but also decorates the interior of the living room. You can install a fireplace in absolutely any room. In the bedroom, it will create a special intimate atmosphere, in the living room, friends and family members will gather around it. Even in the kitchen, a source of fire will be appropriate, because it will complement the unique spirit of coziness. But in order for the interior to be harmonious and complete, you need to take into account all the advice and recommendations of specialists, because you can't joke with fire. Installing a real fireplace is possible only in a private house, as it requires the installation of a complex smoke exhaust system. Apartment owners will have to stop at decorating the interior with an electric fireplace or a skillful imitation. Today you can find and buy unique pieces that are almost indistinguishable from the original.
Stylish solution of the room with a fireplace
The fireplace imposes some restrictions onroom design. The source of live fire or its imitation must necessarily fit into the design. But creating a harmonious interior is quite easy, you need to know some rules and nuances:
Figure 1. A high-tech style fireplace is most often installed as a gas fireplace, decorated with glass, metal and glass.
For unexpressed or mixed styles, a specimen that will echo the main finishing materials and color scheme will do. Return to contents</a>
Fireplace placement options
In order for the interior to look organic, it is necessary to choose the right place for the fireplace. Not only the entourage will depend on this, but also how functional the room will be (Fig. 3).
Figure 2. A fireplace imitating a stove built into a stone wall will look great in a loft-style living room.
Figure 3. Options for placing a living room fireplace. In addition, you can pay attention to the following original modifications of fire sources:
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Fireplace decoration
To make the fireplace look organic in the room,It is necessary to fit it stylistically into the interior. Various decor and semantic accents will help with this (Fig. 4). Usually, the fireplace is framed by a portal, which can become an additional shelf for storing items especially dear to the heart. A kind of family glory board can be decorated above the fireplace. Cups, certificates, memorable photos and similar things will always be in sight.
Figure 4.To make the fireplace look organic in the room, it is recommended to fit it into the interior with the help of various decorative elements. You can also arrange a showcase on the portal, reminiscent of travel. Various souvenirs, shells, photos or even air tickets in a frame will complement the color. The authentic look of the fireplace can be complemented by a real or decorative woodpile and care accessories. A poker and a scoop on a stand will play a big role in the perception of this decorative element. The area above the fireplace can be decorated with a mirror in an interesting frame or a painting. It is not recommended to hang a TV in this partition, it will distract attention from the flames and irritate. If the room with a fireplace is intended for relaxation, a mini-library can be equipped above the portal. Shelves with books will perfectly complement the atmosphere. The fireplace area can be decorated symmetrically or asymmetrically. The choice will depend primarily on the style of the interior. Some restraint and emphasized order are characteristic of high-tech and classic styles. A country or loft style room will literally be transformed after the correct dosed addition of chaos. Whichever option for placement and design is chosen, it is important to remember that fire can be dangerous. Even an electric fireplace emits heat and increases the temperature in the room. All your actions must be coordinated with specialists and involve them in the installation of a real fireplace. Only by following all the rules and regulations will it be possible to create the correct harmonious composition. And then a room with a fireplace will change the mood of the whole house and the evenings will become even warmer and more soulful.
