Unique Fireplace Design Ideas: Thinking Beyond the Living Room

Upscale bathroom with see-through linear gas fireplace on stone wall over modern freestanding tub.

Warmth is a design element that is welcome in any space, so why relegate your fireplace to just the family or living room? Wouldn’t you also love enjoying the cozy ambiance and warmth in other areas? Heat & Glo’s direct vent fireplaces don’t require a chimney, making it easy to enjoy flickering flames in any room of your home. With options in a wide range of shapes and sizes, our fireplaces provide comfort at the flip of the switch, eliminating the need for firewood and constant tending.

Consider going for the glow with these unique fireplace design ideas that extend beyond the living room.

Bedroom

Nothing whispers “sanctuary” like a bedroom with a fireplace. The ultimate expression of relaxation and romance, it’s hard to feel anything but peaceful while curled up in cozy sheets while a flickering hue dances around the room. The only downside is you might be tempted to turn in early seven days a week.

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Traditionally styled 8KX Series gas fireplace provides grounding elements in this peaceful bedroom.

Office

With remote and hybrid work setups on the rise, having a home workspace that inspires productivity has never been more essential. Focus thrives in spaces that balance form and function, which makes a fireplace the perfect addition to any workplace. Your office will become such an inviting spot, you’ll look forward to WFH days!

Contemporary home office has wood desk with facing leather chairs and credenza on wall below electric linear fireplace.
A SimpliFire Allusion electric fireplace adds an art-like presence and warm ambiance to this traditional office setting.

Bathroom

While your bathroom might not be the first place you’d think to add a fireplace, the appeal of soaking in a bathtub next to a fireside glow is an easy one to get behind. Adding a fireplace to your bathroom creates a spa-like sanctuary that elevates your pampering to the next level.

Upscale bathroom with see-through linear gas fireplace on stone wall over modern freestanding tub.
This spacious bathroom featuring a See-Through Mezzo gas fireplace, burnished copper-clad tub and stone accent wall strikes the perfect balance of rustic and refined.

Basement

Basements don’t have to be chilly dumping grounds for unloved furniture or toys. By adding a fireplace, you can create a warm and inviting setting for family movie nights or gameday get-togethers.

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A 6KL Series gas fireplace in a modern basement allows for a flat-screen television.

Outdoors

Creating outdoor spaces that are as inviting and well-equipped as indoor is a trend that’s on the rise and rightly so. Adding the element of fire can increase the ambiance of your outdoor space and extend the length of time you can enjoy it by adding warmth.

Rustic-style outdoor gas fireplace in stacked stone wall in covered patio overlooking grass and trees.
Commune with nature or connect with family and friends in this outdoor living room that includes our Courtyard outdoor gas fireplace.

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