20 Contemporary Fireplace Ideas

It is this time of the year again when we spend more time inside and less outside. Rain and cold wind can really mess up your plans for cozy weekend afternoons. Now, let's take a look at the good side of Autumn and Winter. Fireplaces.


First picture that pops on my mind when I hear word fireplace is one gorgeous modern living room with fluffy carpets, there's smell of freshly baked cookies and of course fireplace. Fireplaces are part of our homes since forever and there are numerous different designs, sizes and types of fireplaces. Since I'm the big fan of contemporary design we are going to focus on contemporary fireplace ideas here.

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Those 20 examples are different in size, shape and design. I believe every one of you can probably find your favorite among these. Take a look and let us know which one is your favorite. Since the winter is still a few weeks away, I will post a few more posts dedicated to fireplaces soon. In the meantime you can check out 27 cool types of bathtubs also perfect for cold Winter nights. Hope you'll get your dose of inspiration and if you still don't have fireplace in your home, consider getting one. Atmosphere is definitely worth the money.

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Industrial Interior Design Idea from Moscow, Russia

This beautiful duplex loft with industrial interior design is decorated by Anna Pliss in Moscow, Russia. Loft is located in the former textile factory called "Danilovskaya manufacture" and it is really an unique place to live in.


Probably the most recognized feature of industrial design is exposed brick wall. Its red-ish color fits perfectly with dark furniture mostly bought across the Europe. Interiors are well lit by the daylight passing through large windows. Besides brick walls, this whole industrial atmosphere is highlighted with aged wood textures and steel pipes used as sculptures.

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The whole idea of this industrial interior design is to show improvisation in functionality. Bedroom offers very simple and beautiful solution where bed mattress is placed on wooden pallets. Simple, cheap and beautiful. Another great detail is open upper floor with glass railing and minimalist stairs.

All photos © Maria Turykina via The Village

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Janny Ji

Janni Ji is from Shanghai, China. She's currently studying Illustration at Rhode Island School of Design.

Bathroom Surprise in Krakow, Poland

XV House is large modern home designed by RS + Robert Skitek office in Krakow, second largest city in Poland. It is created to become an attraction in the neighborhood.


Home designs can be divided in two main categories. Vertical and horizontal homes. The main idea of this project was to create modern house focused on vertical growth instead of horizontal expansion, with intention to take advantage of location and offer beautiful views of Poland's second largest. (something like this warm modern vertical home in San Francisco) House is designed to have basement floor with car garage and guest rooms, ground floor with modern living room, first floor with bedrooms for children and parents, second floor with space available for events and awesome rooftop terrace.

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Interior design follows this idea of vertical growth. Floor areas are not big but contemporary design allows great comunication between rooms, horizontally or vertically through wooden stairs. One thing that attracted my attention was this modern bathroom with transparent glass wall looking out on the staircase. Interesting and unusual detail, but since staircase has transparent ceiling to collect daylight, with glass wall, bathroom get nice amount of daylight as well. Good thinking architects, good thinking.

All photos © Tomasz Zakrzewski

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