Built-ins Around Fireplace?
Kelly Warden
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Help with layout of built-in shelves around fireplace
Comments (10)Thanks for your feedback. Hadn't thought of glass doors. That would look great, except we have furniture close enough that the doors wouldn't quite open fully, which may be ok, but we also plan on placing books we are currentlyer ading along with a nice basket for daily used toys. I think that would be a great consideration down the road though, and something we could add later. I will not make them the depth of the fireplace, and can't anyway due to windows/trim. They'll be about 13" I think, which is an inch back from the little stub wall on the right. For the top trim on the side bookshelves I was basically going to copy the fireplace trim but with just the two pieces visible, not three. justgotabme that's exactly what I'm thinking of, and good to confirm that it would still look appropriate even though I don't have windows above the bookshelves. What height do the bookshelves go up to for the best look/proportions? You can see the fireplace is basically a three-piece trim. We can do same height as the existing mantle, or just below that mantle shelf (below the top two pieces of trim), or below all three mantle trim pieces....See MoreWould built-ins around fireplace help???
Comments (18)This room is part of the open living area. The kitchen cabinets are not Arts and Crafts style nor are the doors throughout the house. The arch between the columns has the same sort of curve as the cabinets. The mantel doesn't match the rest of the architecture. "> "> The dining area has a sofa in it but it will be gone soon - if you can picture it without the sofa and with a round mission table. "> "> "> I don't like the wite appliances but will have to live with them for a while. The kitchen isn't layed out right and has too much room in the center - I'm going to add a small work table in the middle. So much to do!...See MoreBuilt-ins around flush fireplace
Comments (4)The photo you are showing is not a flush fireplace like you have. The shelving would most likely be 12 inches deep, so would stick out next to your fireplace. Quite honestly, I would not do it,although, I think if you put built ins on both sides, you might be able to make it look decent. My fireplace has a built in on the left and none on the right. To make it look balanced, I have a free standing cabinet on the opposite side, because, it just looks weird to have a built in on one side....See MoreBuilt-ins around fireplace? Yes or no?
Comments (19)I am not a great decorator. However, I am going to put in my 2 cents. I love books and bookshelves. I think a wrap-around bookshelf on the left side that is the same height. Use the same molding as the doorway detail at the top and bottom to make it look intentional and consistent. It would add a lovely warm feeling. Steam radiators are much hotter than hot water radiators. A cover is necessary if you have children. I put a piece of stone on top of my last cover, and the cat claimed the space. To balance the look of all the books, I would put either three small paintings or one long one. Your home is lovely and whatever you decide will look nice....See MoreBeth H. :
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