Contemporary Fireplace Ideas

Contemporary fireplaces are not your typical brick wood burning fireplace. Contemporary design pulls in interesting elements and clean lines. The design is all about complementing the room not being the focal point. The use of colors and artistic elements is what makes the use of contemporary designs popular.

See-Through Multi Room Fireplaces

A popular contemporary design is to install a fireplace in a wall so that it can be seen from two rooms. Usually, it is between the family and dining room to create an environment that is great for both entertaining and keeping the family connected.

The fireplaces can be enclosed in glass or left open. These are installed mid wall or at the end of a wall. By installing it at the end of a wall, you can open up both rooms.

Shelf Fireplaces

This is a new design hat is gaining in popularity especially for condos or apartments. The fireplace looks like a long shelf that you install on your wall; the fire feature varies in size.

Free-standing Fireplace

Much like a patio fireplace, there now are freestanding fireplaces for the indoors. These fireplaces can sit in the middle of a room or placed against a wall. You can choose from electric or gas. Pick an artistic looking piece for the middle of the room or a piece that offers a mantle and shelves.

Crystal Fireplace Décor

A new and very cool trend is to add special crystals to your fireplace. These are available in a large variety of colors. These will add to the artistic look that people love in contemporary designs.