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Fireplaces merge the aesthetic and practical to warm up a room
Whether it’s for decorative or practical purposes, a fireplace in a home evokes a sort of deep, primal comfort.
The warmth and the light draw the eye, and the cheery flames can make a home a haven during cold days and nights.
With the variety of models available, finding a style and type of fireplace that’s best suited to your home can be a simple process. If you love that crackling sound, opt for a wood-burning fireplace. If you like the heat and the light but don’t want the hassle, perhaps a gas-burning fireplace is more your speed.
CityScene picked our favorite examples of fireplaces in both traditional and contemporary styles. Look at them long enough, and you’ll find yourself yearning for a comfortable sofa and that ambient atmosphere that can only be achieved through firelight.
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This direct vent Ascent™X 36 fireplace includes a realistic log set and a glowing ember bed. The design features clean lines that keep the focus on the flames themselves.
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The dark color of this High Country NZ7000 Wood Burning Fireplace really emphasizes the fire box. And the storage spot on the right keeps logs tidy while displaying them in a way that adds a bit of texture to the overall design.
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This modern looking Vector ™ 50-inch Linear Gas Fireplace provides a sleek accent to a room made bright by both ample lighting and a fresh color palette.
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This Heatilator Novus direct vent, gas log insert fireplace features dry stack cultured stone.
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This Heatilator Caliber direct-vent, double-sided gas fireplace is creatively placed in the corner of the room to create a small alcove.
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The other side of the Heatilator Caliber direct-vent, double-sided gas fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere for this bathtub.
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Original to the home, this masonry fireplace was done in a period style. The traditional theme is completed with accessories including the throw rug, chairs and light fixtures.
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Todd Yarrington
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The limestone in this masonry fireplace with gas logs creates a beautiful backdrop for the mantle.
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Sarah Sole is an editor. Feedback welcome at gbishop@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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