The Great Fireplace Debate: Traditional or Contemporary

In the market for a new gas fireplace? No matter your interior design style, from traditional to contemporary, Heat & Glo offers a wide range of fireplace models and feature sets to reflect your personal style.

The ambiance of burning wood has attracted people for thousands of years. Gas fireplaces provide all the things we love about a wood-burning fire, but in a much more convenient package. Operated by a remote, app or even voice control, today’s gas fireplaces are so realistic, it can be hard to tell the difference between them and a wood-burning fire.

Today’s contemporary gas fireplaces have stylized flames surrounded by colored glass and shiny metal. They offer many of the same benefits of traditional style fireplaces, but with a totally different look. Contemporary-styled fireplaces are pushing design boundaries while still incorporating both function and beauty. It’s simply a different kind of beauty.

Contemporary fireplaces are inspired by European design with features like linear flames that flicker in unison, unique materials like black glass and panoramic viewing angles. Placement on the wall is also up to you – many homeowners position these fireplaces at eye level, evoking a lively piece of fine art.

Can't decide between traditional and contemporary? Some fireplaces incorporate the best of traditional and contemporary design into one beautiful focal point.

Looking for more inspiration on how to complement your home's décor with a gas fireplace? Our Inspiration Gallery is packed with ideas for a wide range of room types and fireplace styles.