Living room design with fireplace





The living room is a place where it should be especially warm and cozy. Here you can relax from all problems, chat with friends and just have a good time.
time. Designers come up with many options on how to make this room warmer, brighter, and one of these ideas is to create a design for a living room with a fireplace. Let us consider in detail this option in detail so that you can recreate a nice picture of the interior in the house with your own hands.

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Fireplace in the interior

Of course, a real fireplace with fire is a fantastic thing that can transform any home. But not every private house can boast the requirements for installing a fireplace, not to mention an apartment in a multi-storey building.

If you are the owner of your own house, in which you have a room with an area of ​​at least twenty squares, as well as the ability to make a separate foundation and chimney, you can safely contact the master stove-makers. In another case, you can create a cozy fireplace with the help of safe fireplace analogs.

In this case, you should remember about the design of fireplaces. It is important that the design not only attracted the eye, but harmoniously combined with the interior of the room as a whole. Also, if we are talking about a large real hearth with live fire, you should know the rules for its placement.

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How to place a fireplace?

All fireplaces at the place of their placement can be divided into several types

Closed and half open

Now closed fireplaces are especially popular. This is a structure built into the wall, equipped with a chimney, firebox. True, they are planned immediately during the construction of the house.

Important! If the installation of the fireplace is done after the construction work is completed, then choose a semi-open option adjacent to the wall.

Corner fireplaces also look interesting in the interior design of the living room.

Corner construction

If the room is small, and you already literally dream of real fireplaces in a private house, and you dream to establish similar options for yourself, do not rush to change the living space. We advise you to pay attention to corner designs. They will save a significant area.

Important! A corner fireplace does not require a lot of space, but this option does not distribute heat as well as wall or island foci do.

Island constructions

An open version in the island format is a hearth in the center of the room, which gives its maximum heat, emphasizes the unique interior style.

The island hearth is more laborious to create, but it perfectly heats the room.

Important! Of course, you need to be extremely careful in installation and safety, but the result is worth it. The only thing to consider is that this option is only suitable for very large areas.

Wall options

Wall structures are installed to one of the walls of the house. If the installation was made to an external wall, there is a risk that heat will leave the room.

Important! If you want not only to look at the fire, but also to warm yourself, the hearth is set to the inner wall.

Built-in foci

The built-in option is ideal for small rooms, as space is saved by installing the structure in niches or columns.

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Location Guidelines

Not only the appearance of the room, but also your safety depends on the placement of a real fireplace.Consider the advice of professionals in more detail:

1. Masters do not recommend placing fireplaces near the external walls, since so most of the heat will go to the street.
2. So that the hearth does not fall apart from frequent changes in temperature, it is necessary to protect it. To do this, insulate both the walls of the room, and its windows, doors.
3. Do not mount structures near stairs, in corridors. This is very dangerous, as it can cause a fire.
4. When placing furniture, you need to remember that the main task is to put it so that everyone sitting can see the hearth. It is ideal to place a small sofa with a coffee table near the fireplace, and in front of it a couple of chairs. Or put next to the chairs ottomans for legs.
5. Furniture, like other interior items, it is better to choose warm colors. This will emphasize both the design of the room with a fireplace and the comfort of the room.
6. Do not place TVs or other equipment directly above the structure - this may cause a fire.
7. For a private house, the best option for a living fireplace with a fire is a spacious living room. In it you can not only comfortably spend time admiring the fire, but also, if you wish, prepare a portion of barbecue for a small company.

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Fireplace or false fireplace?

In a large room, the fireplace looks simply gorgeous, and creates the very unique atmosphere that we all so expect from it. But in small rooms, such designs are unacceptable not only for safety, but also because they will eat most of the room. As a result, you will get a hot, stuffy and narrow room, which is not just about comfort, but even about just being out of the question.

Important! When deciding to install a fireplace in a private house, remember about safety precautions: make sure that the ceiling height is sufficient for such structures, and placing textiles, curtains and other objects that can catch fire next to them is unacceptable.

If it is not possible to install a real hearth, you can make a fake fireplace. In this case, you do not have to think about the height of the ceiling, the placement of textiles or a huge space.

Let's talk more about modern and classic versions of the hearths and how to create your own design of a living room with a fireplace in the apartment.

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Kinds

Modern progress does not stand still, and if before a chic fireplace was a privilege only for those who had a large private house, today anyone can make a fireplace for himself. Even if you live in a high-rise building, but dream of a fireplace, this is not a reason to refuse such a wonderful way to decorate your home.

Of course, owners of apartments in high-rise buildings cannot afford real fire, but for them there is an option to install an electric fireplace. In general, today there are many different types of foci - from absolutely safe decorative options to real ones, with fire. True, it should be noted that not all types are equally suitable for different conditions. Consider them in more detail, and start with the classics at all times.

Classic wood

This is the oldest type of foci that has the ability to heat the room. It works by burning wood, and next to such a design it is customary to make a small separate woodpile.

Important! Remember that wood fireplaces must not be installed in rooms less than twenty squares.

Electric fireplace

In multi-storey buildings, a real fireplace cannot be installed. But there is a great alternative - electrical designs. These devices create an image of fire, and even emit a little heat. They are practical, safe and easy to use.

Important! For them, you do not need to install a chimney and additional ventilation, take care of the supply of firewood and clean it from ash. Perhaps this is one of the most optimal options when deciding to create a fireplace in the apartment.

Fake fireplace

These fireplaces are only called fireplaces, but in fact, it's just a decorative design that complements your interior.Inside the design, you can install candles, and put photos or souvenirs on top.

Gas fireplace

This hearth works due to the gas burner, so you do not need to worry about the supply of firewood. In this case, you get a real live fire that can warm in any weather.

Biofireplaces

In city apartments, a real fireplace, alas, cannot be installed. But there is a good alternative - biofireplace:

• These are environmentally friendly and safe constructions that work due to biofuel, do not smoke or smoke at all.
• Depending on the design, they can be installed on the floor or suspended on the wall.
• At the same time, the feeling that real wood is burning does not leave for a second.
• Such devices are also used for aromatherapy. In stores you can find special kits with essential oils and herbs.

Any method of placement, type of construction, as well as the design of the hall with a fireplace should emphasize the style and warmth of the room.

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How to decorate the hearth?

A fireplace is a place to gather at. Meet the holidays with a noisy crowd or sit alone. It is very important that the design not only warms, but also attracts the eye. Therefore, the style of the entire room depends on the choice of finishing materials for your hearth:

• Choosing a fireplace design in a modern style or any other, it is important that the colors and textures of the materials are not out of the general style and concept of the room.
• The standard design of rooms with a fireplace is a classic. This is antiquity and modernity in one bottle. Lots of wood, stucco moldings, bright colors and lacquered furniture.

Important! Today you can choose the finish for almost any style, even if it is a modern high-tech or rustic Provence, or Country.

Materials

In order for your hearth to look elegant and stylish, it is faced with various materials. It can be:

• brick;
• stone - artificial or natural;
• granite;
• marble;
• wood;
• limestone;
• ceramic tiles and other refractory materials.

Important! Of course, they use a variety of additional elements for decoration.

Here, the appearance of the cladding becomes more important, fire resistance is not needed for such options.

Let's talk a little more about fireplaces in various interiors.

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Interior Styles

Today, fireplaces fit into almost any style - from neutral options to exquisite baroque.

Classic

In the classic version, fireplaces are faced with marble or high-quality wood.

Important! The fundamental point is that the materials are resistant to strong heat. The incredible warmth of the tree warms, even if there is no fire in the hearth.

Wooden products can be decorated with carvings and inserts from expensive species. Most often, such portals are made of strong and resistant wood:

• oak;
• maple;
• ash;
• Pine;
• Birch.

Important! There are also unusual options that will allow the owner of the hearth stands out for its originality, style and elegance

• wenge;
• teak;
• pink tree.

Additional finishes:

• Today, in stores, you can buy varnishes for wood of various shades, which only brings diversity to the possibilities of decoration.
• Gentle and calm tones on a wooden finish can be created thanks to a transparent primer, and a special craquelure coating will help to depict imitation of cracks on it.

Important! The classic assumes strict lines, neutral colors and a minimum of frills. Of course, it is also important to put on the fireplace in a classic interior. Here, an integral part of the hearth are old watches, candlesticks, family photos and various figurines.

Modern

Characteristic materials for this style are marble, concrete, stone, metal and their combinations, as well as glossy and mirror surfaces. Here you should not use brightness and variety. Simple shapes, color, and a minimum of decor - this is what is perfect for Modern.

You can beat such simplicity using various textures and materials:

• Around the fireplace can be sewn into drywall, painted with refractory paint.
• Next to make fireplace regiments and stainless steel cladding.

Loft

This unusual style quickly won the love of designers. His characteristic materials are:

• concrete;
• brick;
• dark wood;
• uneven plaster.

Important! But at the same time strict lines are maintained. Dark tones combined with bleached bricks are also characteristic.

This style does not imply much decor. In this case, you can use candles, wooden frames and shelves.

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Finally

The fireplace has long been considered a symbol of the hearth and comfort. It is pleasant to spend time with him alone, on a cold evening with a cup of delicious tea and a favorite book, and with friends under cozy conversations. And how nice it is to watch the fire together - this is an incredible romance and the desire to speak all night under the crack of logs is simply mesmerizing.

Important! When installing a classic fireplace, it is better to entrust the work to professionals, because any mistake in installation by an inexperienced master can lead to a fire hazard.

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Stock footage

For urban residents invented electric fireplaces. In the interior of the apartment they look almost like real ones, especially if you create the right decoration for them and think over the decor. Imagine, and you are sure to create your own and unique version of the hearth.