Product Corner: The Fireplace

No matter how hot or cold the weather might be we will always yearn for the perfect fire. Even though a fireplace is no longer a practical necessity it is still considered an essential component of the present day home. The fireplace will always be the toasty core of every home, modern or classic.

Here are 3 fireplaces inspired by our clients’ ancestral lust for fire:

Old dog new tricks: Wood burning

The following fireplace design combines a modern styling with traditional building methods. The stone surround is beveled and extended to create a deep profile and stretch the length of the fireplace. The construction of the fire chamber and flue are mortar and brick, the same type of materials and techniques used in traditional construction.

Midcentury Collection: Freestanding

Freestanding fireplaces are a great choice if you have a soft spot for midcentury design. Several manufacturers produce sculptural replicas of midcentury classics. The image below shows one of our homes with a simple fireplace design by Focus Fireplaces.

For the sensible kind: Insert box

An insert fireplace is easy to install, has several ignition agents and a variety of styles. It also has minimal structural requirements and the heat produced by the system is easy to control. Because of all these factors, many do not need to be vented, as shown in this image.

This blog was written by Francisco X. Arredondo. Senior Project Manager. All houses featured designed by Dick Clark Architecture.