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Fireplace Surroundings: Need decorating help!

6 years ago

How would you decorate the space around this fireplace? The ceiling height is 18 feet. The mantel height is 5 feet. There are electrical outlets on both sides of the fireplace under the mantel. I've included a side shot, so that you get a better idea of the space around and across from it. I'd like to incorporate mirrors under the mantel, as they would reflect amazing views. If I place a mirror on top of the fireplace, it would only reflect the beams on the ceiling (because of the slanted ceiling in front of it), so that's not an option. Any ideas?

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Beth H. :

6 years ago

put a plant in the corner, some artwork or something over the mantle, and remove the outlet if you're not using it. you could always build some shelving like they done here

my other concern is that tv on the little cart! that wall dwarfs that thing. any plans for a nice long credenza and wall mount TV? (hopefully a 60")

or scratch the tv, and rearrange the furniture on either side of fireplace. (like in above pic)

or get a single sofa, put against wall, some chairs across from it, and put a chaise to float in front of windows.

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Carolina Kitchen & Bath
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
The first thing that comes to mind is some sort of fabric art, like rustic, hand-woven pieces. You could also put in shelves next to the firebox (maybe glass) for chachkis.
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This fireplace surround and entire wall is quite unique. I like the basket you used but the shape is a little off. I think instead of filling the place up with modern looking items and frames you could try to go for a more unique look to fit that wall. Rattan, wood and glass textures in light colors would look really nice here. It has a super earthy feel. I would paint the sides of the fireplace a different color than that dark sage (if you're open to it). The vaulted ceilings really make it look interesting.
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l pinkmountain
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Think big pieces. We had really tall ceilings growing up and my mom was always able to find big things really cheap at auctions and estate sales - most people had little houses so not much market. YMMV.
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Home Interiors with Ease
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
My First suggestion would be NO mirrors below the mantle..that will not be a good addition for this space...such a beautiful space you have with the vaulted ceilings. If possible I would continue the brick on both sides so the fireplace continues all the way it will give it some heft and balance out the room with the vaulted ceiling and beams...if this brick can not be matched I would add brick and paint out all the brick to match....add a big colorful piece of wall..since you have acess to electrical on that wall I would bring it up to both sides above mantle and install wall sconces.
dough71 thanked Home Interiors with Ease
dough71
Original Author
6 years ago
Home Interiors with Ease, I never thought of wall sconces. I like this idea, as it would brighten up the space. Thanks!
dough71
Original Author
6 years ago
Beth H, don't worry! Yes, we are planning BIG changes for the furniture, flooring, wall coloring, and TV in this room. It's a very large room with odd shaped walls.
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Beth H. :
6 years ago
dough nice! I do like the vaulted ceiling w/the wood though. can't wait to see what you get!

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