As the centerpiece of your living area a fireplace with the perfect design adds warmth and life to your living room. Stone fireplaces are more elegant than brick and provide the option for use in every type of home. The right design in a modern home can turn it into something truly unique.
Whether you are building a new fireplace, adding a fireplace to an existing room or redesigning a fireplace, before you begin the process the first question you should ask is; whether to go contemporary, traditional or modern. Your choice should match the design and décor of the rest of your living area; indoor or outdoor.
Gas fireplace or wood burning? For some it’s a matter of convenience and for others it’s tradition. David Johnstone Masonry and Design specializes in the classic ‘Rumford’ design and in ‘facing’ gas fireplaces. Upon completion both choices create the same ambiance. There are numerous combinations you can put together and styling your fireplace to accommodate and accent the rest of your home should be the goal.
There are three main components for designing a fireplace; the firebox, the hearth and the fireplace opening.
The firebox is the area where the fire is burned. The hearth is the area outside of the firebox. The fireplace opening surrounds it all and is the most noticeable of all the components and includes the mantle. Fireplace mantles are still a main focus of interior décor and important for setting the proper ambiance for a cozy room. There are many styles and options available for this piece.
Choosing a stunning and attractive fireplace which blends all components is the objective of any project and the aspiration of David Johnstone Masonry and Design.
