TV/linear fireplace wall design
We have decided to place the tv above a linear fireplace in our new house. We are aware of the debate of the bad/good associated with this design, yet feel that in order to allow maximum light with a wall of windows/doors in the back and maintain an open concept, this option suits us best. Since we have not broken ground, we would like to make sure that we are planning wisely for this design. I do feel that the linear fireplace is considered more modern, but I do not want a super modern overall design theme. When looking at the plan, please note that the great room will have a cathedral ceiling (with stained beams) and doors opening out onto the covered porch. (The breakfast nook is being extended.) I plan to use light paint as to keep the room bright and light. I also had hoped for a white kitchen. My husband would like a large TV (at least a 54 inch width). I would like the fireplace to be as long as the TV or longer. Here are my questions which essentially are about how to design this tv/fireplace wall. 1. Would you do a built in with shelving on either side of the tv/fireplace or would you make that entire wall a large tile wall incorporating the tv and fireplace 2. Knowing the TV and FP will be black, yet wanting to keep the room as light as possible, do you think using black iron light fixtures, lamps, etc, will help make the black more integrated, yet subtle....maybe using matte black hardware in the kitchen? 3. Would you recess in the TV? 4. Mantle...would have liked to use a chunky stained mantle that repeated in the ceiling beams, but don't know if mantles are doable with this design? The first pic is inspirational to me, and though the design is different with the TV placed in the back, I do like the overall colors/tones, and also the stone tones surrounding the TV. The fireplace seems integrated nicely into the black tile(?)
Floor plan, but there have been lots of changes all around, and without getting into that...the great room, dining room and kitchen layout is the same. (Nook is expanded) Though we recognize the FP can go as in the plan, we are pursuing the option in this discussion (tv over low linear fireplace)
This pic below serves as some inspiration for the back wall. Though my windows will be white (black windows here doubles in price).
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Need a design solution for having the fireplace and TV on same wall.
Comments (2)Would you be able to upload / post photos here, in these comments.......See Moreseeking design advice for off center fireplace and tv
Comments (2)I'd create two separate areas, yes one, smaller one, next to the windows-two armchairs with a table between them. probably would go with something legged..more visually light, as to obscure windows the less..or give an impression I'm obscuring them the less:) another, bigger one, for TV watching..a sofa..an angled chair on the right much like you have now, but looking smaller..I might consider doing smth different since several chairs in the room..maybe a rocking chair? I might also go for an ottoman instead of a coffee table-can serve as additional seating if needed. I might also find a garden stool as one of the side tables-again, opportunity for additional sitting, if a lot people use a room at once. Round shapes will also break the lines of all the rectangular furniture, so I'd definitely take it into account when shopping. I also might do something patterned to add interest..say two armchairs, or an ottoman, or a chair in bigger sitting area.. Rugs would help to delineate different zones, so another idea to consider. Pretty room. Once you get your balance right-full of potential to be very cozy....See MoreHelp! What model linear fireplaces can I put TV directly above?
Comments (4)Napoleon makes OK fireplaces, but their efficiencies are terrible. The P4 Energuide efficiencies of their Luxuria Series of linears range from a low of 38.8% to 52.5% Which means that in the case of the LV38N 61% of the gas you pay for is wasted and the best LV74N almost half is wasted. The Valor Linears range from 66 to 70% P4 Energuide efficiencies. The Heat Shift allows TVs and other heat sensitive items above the fireplace as well as combustible wall materials up to the fireplace opening. Here is the Heat Shift Video....See Moredesigning around a tv in living area with a fireplace
Comments (2)You buy a nice low console appropriate to the tv size, and mount the tv. above it. : ) or incorporate some shallow built in, without crowding the hallway passage...See MoreRelated Professionals
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- 6 years agoSorry for the confusion. The plans show a see through fireplace between dining and great room. But, in order to maximize the open concept, we wanted to do away with the see through fireplace and put a linear fireplace below the tv which will be on the bedroom wall. Below is an example of tv above fireplace.
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PRO6 years agoA good solution to the issue you're having might be using a mirror or glass TV. Our TVs are created custom and they are built specifically to handle conditions such as being above a fireplace. A mirror or a black glass might be just what you need to keep the room looking and feeling open with a bright/reflective surface. Here is an example of what one of our TVs look like and hopefully it may help with your design ideas!
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6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoA linear FP and TV looks better if proportional in width. I know this does not apply to all situations or walls but it is my opinion a linear FP should be at least marginally wider than the TV. I've strived to bring that into my design for the two FPs and TVs in great room and master bedroom. Below is a rendering from the middle of the room. Alcoves are 2' deep.
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