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12 Ways With a Bedroom Fireplace

It's easy to warm up to the wonderful winter indulgence of a hearth in the bedroom

Lisa Frederick January 7, 2012

Houzz Contributor. After journalism school, I fell into decorating media and immediately discovered a new passion. An Atlanta native, I spent several years as an editor for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles magazine before making the leap to national publications and websites such as Houzz, Better Homes and Gardens and Southern Accents. I live in Birmingham, Alabama, with my husband and son, who’ve gotten used to coming home and finding the furniture rearranged. When I'm not dragging case goods across the floor, I enjoy good food and wine, college football, music of all kinds, and traveling.

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Although I'm the first one to sing the praises of central heating, a small part of me thinks it's a shame that this modern convenience did its part to render bedroom fireplaces unnecessary. What could be more satisfying, and more soothing, than cozying up to a hearth in the comfort of your boudoir? Fortunately, this little luxury has enjoyed a resurgence in recent decades, and there are all kinds of inventive ways to make it happen. Browse these ideas for inspiration.

Traditional Bedroom by Gast Architects

Gast Architects

Thanks to the formal furniture arrangement, this space has the feel of a living room that just happens to include a bed.

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Traditional Bedroom by Jensen Architects

Jensen Architects

Yes, you can have a fireplace in a tiny bedroom. Here, a grid of white tiles on the surround reinforces the strong architecture of the space; the gourd-shaped light fixture adds needed curves. Fireplaces do restrict furniture placement, so tucking the bed into the bay window and adding built-in storage are smart decisions.

Eclectic Bedroom Eclectic Bedroom

Call it "mountain mod." This room marries the best of the lodge look (antler chandelier, stacked-stone fireplace, exposed beams) with contemporary accents such as the Barcelona chair.

Contemporary Bedroom Modern Bedroom

And now for a completely different take on stacked stone. The unobtrusive fireplace and warm tones in its surrounding wall really bring this minimalist space to life, yet blend with the jaw-dropping views from the window wall.

Contemporary Bedroom by Globus Builder

A chrome-trimmed fireplace adds to the upbeat, contemporary feel of this room and infuses it with a hint of glamour.

Victorian Bedroom by Tracery Interiors

Tracery Interiors

This limestone surround feels unfussy, yet makes a statement. It also doesn't overwhelm the monochromatic palette or the clean, uniform styling of the shelves (I'm loving that white-paper-covered book technique).

Contemporary Bedroom by Tracery Interiors

Tracery Interiors

The way this fireplace is tucked within its own niche, complete with bookshelves on either side, makes it feel like a Lilliputian library. I can see stretching out on a thick, soft blanket right on front of it and getting lost in a book for hours.

Contemporary Bedroom by Garret Cord Werner Architects & Interior Designers

Garret Cord Werner Architects & Interior Designers

A freestanding fireplace enhances this room's old-fashioned, very American charm. It feels almost Colonial in its spareness, yet of the moment.

Traditional Bedroom by Gregory Carmichael

Gregory Carmichael

Some rooms are simply, classically pretty. They don't shout; they whisper. This retreat, with its beautiful millwork, restrained palette, and unassuming fireplace anchoring the far wall, falls into that category.

Mediterranean Bedroom by Lewin Wertheimer

Lewin Wertheimer

A small, convex corner hearth is a great way to maximize space and add architectural interest.

Rustic Bedroom Traditional Bedroom

This rustic look is pitch-perfect for the cabin-style setting. I can almost feel my tootsies getting toasty as I imagine snuggling into that window seat. And I love that the fireplace doors have built-in mesh panels, eliminating the need for a screen.

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The arrangement here, with a small-scale sofa pushed against the food of the bed, is slightly unconventional, but it works. You could bask in the fireglow just as well from both spots.

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desidaisy

Agree with Ivie. Has anyone incorporated electric or propane-run fireplaces that are portable and have a small footprint?

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Hi all, there are tons of great bedroom installs with electric fireplaces (wall mounted, built-in, or as a mantel package)! Here are a few examples, feel free to reach out to us for ideas/inspiration.

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vegasrenie

An electric fireplace is in my next bedroom wish list. Especially now that they're so realistic looking and efficient.

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