Designing a Room Around a Freestanding Fireplace

Designing a Room Around a Freestanding Fireplace

The nice thing about freestanding fireplaces is that you can use them to design your room, rather than the other way around. If you decide that the freestanding fireplace doesn't belong in the room, you simply move it to a different area.

In the photo below, this fireplace is used for an outdoor patio. That's a great use of a freestanding fireplace, as long as it's indoor/outdoor. It is located in the same place that a patio table might go. While you can't use the fireplace to set your drinks down (well, you might...but it might get a little hot), it definitely adds to the ambiance.

The fireplace itself is black, which is a neutral color, and the outdoor furniture is tan, which is a neutral color as well. To accent this room, we would recommend a pop of color in the seat cushions, or maybe getting a surprising red fireplace.

At Furniture Market Las Vegas, we have a whole host of outdoor living accessories, from chairs to patio furniture. If you look through our design gallery, you can see that we frequently work on outdoor spaces as well as indoor. If you want to design a room around a freestanding ethanol fireplace, give us a call today!
 

Designing a Room Around a Built-in Fireplace.

Designing a Room Around a Built-in Fireplace.

For the next few days, we're going to focus on the different kinds of fireplaces and how they influence our design decisions in Las Vegas.

Today, we're facing the built-in fireplace. Built-in fireplaces can significantly increase a home's value when selling. But if you have a bad mantel or the room doesn't look so great, sometimes the best decision is to brick it up.

However, it's usually best to design a better mantel, like the one in this photo (our Dragon Ridge design), and accessorize around it. In this room, the fireplace is located in the living room. The television is above it, meaning that people can both benefit from the warmth of the fireplace, and the entertainment that the TV provides. An area rug lies underneath the different pieces of furniture, tying their neutral tone together. Accent pillows add a little bit of design but don't take away from the magnificence of the mantel. The stone coffee table adds an element of luxury, as do the stacked candleholders.

This room is both functional and luxurious, artistic, but not busy. Situating the room around the fireplace adds a level of symmetry that clearly shows a purposefulness in the decision-making of this room.

Putting Together a Functional but Fabulous Modern Kitchen.

Putting Together a Functional but Fabulous Modern Kitchen.

The kitchen is sometimes an overlooked room when it comes to redecorating. Sure, it’s one of the first rooms to get remodeled when looking to sell your home, but we’re not always looking to sell. Sometimes it’s nice to complete a project because you’re actually going to be living in a space for a long time. When shopping for high end furniture in Las Vegas, it’s important to give the proper attention to your kitchen as well as the rooms you may consider entertainment spaces. We all know Las Vegas is about being fabulous and showing off what you have. But, you have to get things done in your home, too. The kitchen is the perfect place for a meeting of form and function.

Redesigning a kitchen can be a fun project because there are plenty of options available to you. The thing with kitchens is that you’re able to go in any direction you’d like. Contemporary and minimalist is just as viable as rustic or traditional. Your kitchen can look like an industrial space or like a villa in Spain. Your creativity is your only limitation. Have you been thinking about redesigning your kitchen to be more modern looking while remaining functional? Here are some great ideas and tips for putting together a great looking modern kitchen.

Countertops

Countertops are always a point of discussion when it comes to a kitchen remodeling. And with good reason. It’s probably not news to you that something as seemingly simple as modern looking countertops can add significant value to your home. They are also a detail that can definitely “give away” your home’s age as well. A lot of kitchen furnishings don’t age incredibly well. Think about how quickly someone can see the 1980s in your cabinets. The same thing applies to countertops. Granite and marble are the two most popular materials when it comes to kitchen countertops. Older materials like laminate countertops can give the appearance of a home frozen in time.

Seating

Larger kitchens often serve dual roles. They are where you cook and prepare to entertain. But they also often double as a minor entertainment room. It’s not unusual for select guests to end up there to sip wine and chat. You may even want a kitchen with a dining space. For modern looking seating arrangements, you really can’t go wrong with bar and counter stools. Again, assuming you don’t have a traditional eat-in kitchen arrangement where full chairs would be necessary, counter stools are the perfect seating solution. Their attractive stainless steel finishes instantly give a sense of modernity, as does their minimalist upholstery. Having pretty easy upkeep doesn’t hurt either.

Tables

If you do have a large enough kitchen for a full dining set, there are certainly some tasteful ways you can pull this off without feeling like you’re cluttering the space. Luckily, many of the modern looking tables available to you aren’t the huge pieces that you normally associate with a full, classic dining room. There are many modern, minimal tables available that will comfortably fit alongside your granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Of course, you’ll need the need appropriate dining seating to match. When it comes to chairs there is a nearly endless number of choices you can make. It doesn’t mean you still can’t get bar stools for your counters, either.

Accessories

Beyond the big pieces of furniture, there are some accessories you can add in to liven up the kitchen as well. Things like bar carts can be a nice addition to your kitchen, as well as the appropriate drinkware to go along with it. Small end tables are multipurpose and may find a place in your design. Even your choice of lighting can really add to the ambiance of the room.

Cookware

People may not consider their cookware as part of their kitchen motif because it’s something we use primarily rather than display, but that’s not necessarily true. Your choice in cookware could be integrated into your décor as well. Consider the last kitchen you walked into where the pots and pans were actually hung up rather than hidden away in cramped cabinets. It made for an attractive look, right? Typically, copper cookware is the best for displaying due to its subtle coloration. It also just so happens to be the best material for cooking due to its even distribution of heat, so it’s a win-win investment.

Conclusion

Furniture Market is the premiere destination for homeowners looking for the latest styles and high end furniture in Las Vegas. No matter what room (or outdoor space) you’re looking to redesign, we have the furnishings you’re looking for to bring your vision to life. Contact our team today and we’ll help you find the furniture and accessories you need to put together a fabulous and functional modern kitchen that you’ll love for years to come.

Turn Heads with Your Outdoor Decor

What kind of reaction do you want to receive when someone comes to your house for the first time? Do you want to be traditional and have visitors compliment how nice everything looks or do you want to turn heads with bold, modern choices? If you’re looking to modernize your home’s décor, you’re in good company. Read on as we discuss great outdoor furnishings that will leave an amazing first impression as someone first pulls up to your home.

When you’re living in a city like Las Vegas, you’re going to want to spend a lot of your time entertaining outdoors. Well, during the mild nights, at least. But you would probably be entertaining in the evenings, anyway. There are few things as pleasant as a temperate night with clear skies, friends, and some bottles of wine. But, your outside décor isn’t just about entertaining all night, either. When buying Outdoor Furniture in Las Vegas you want to make a statement. In a city of flash, you want to shine the brightest. So, you may be wondering, how does one do that? The short answer is: it depends on your taste. But, more generally, if your sense of style is old enough to be in college (as tasteful as it may be) it’s time to make some changes that will bring your home in line with contemporary tastes.

Let’s focus on just the outdoors for now because it’s the first thing that people see. It’s also where you can make a real statement. Nothing says “welcome” quite like a beautiful patio with attractive, comfortable seating and somewhere to set some food and drinks.

 

Furnishings

Now that everyone has arrived for your get-together, where are you going to seat them? While much of the mingling will happen amongst people standing and walking to different groups for varied conversation, people will get tired and want to settle in eventually. That’s where having good seating will come in. Your furnishings will most likely consist of some combination of small sofas and individual chairs. Light wood and cream colored cushions are an attractive color combination for outdoor seating because of the natural bright light that will always be present. Dark colors will look downright gloomy on a bright summer day. Even at night, light colors win out because of how they compliment whatever outdoor lighting apparatus you may have. Something like a nice Crocket Teak is a good seating solution that provides comfort with elegance.

Once everyone has a seat, where are they going to eat? Nothing says outdoor eating like a simple wooden table. It almost brings to mind a picnic, doesn’t it? Tables don’t need to be flashy. They need to be functional, if not minimal. They have a utilitarian purpose. Go for a table that can seat multiple people while delivering an understated elegance. 

As for accessorizing, you may want to invest in an umbrella or two (depending on your particular patio layout) to give guests some cover if you’re entertaining during the day. The type of umbrella is up to you. Standalones are a good choice, as are awnings that can be deployed or retracted with a switch.

 

Landscaping

In order to create a harmonious outdoor living environment, it takes more than just nice, modern furniture. Your décor consists of many elements. How about your landscaping? You may not have the acres of rolling hills of grass that northeastern homes have, but a little greenery can go a long way to creating a relaxing environment. After all, while you may entertain with some fair regularity, you’re the one who will be enjoying this place every day. After a long day of work, you want a place you can just lounge in. Carefully curated potted plants can achieve this if grass isn’t part of your motif. 

Bodies of water, of course, are also known for their relaxing properties. You may not want to commit to a full sized pool, but a hot tub or fountain can be an alternative. For added coziness at night, an outdoor fireplace is an excellent choice. It’s the ultimate chilly night treat.

No matter what kind décor choices you make, you want to adhere to some level of minimalism. Outdoor furnishings are funny in the sense that too many can make the space look crowded. Too many different elements can also make your outdoor area look like a patchwork project. A few main elements are what you want to stick to.

 

Conclusion

Are you starting to picture your new backyard or patio set up? Are you excited to begin entertaining after your home makeover? Check out all the modern outdoor furnishings recommended today. You’re going to love how your home looks. There are few feelings as satisfying as breathing new life into a home you’ve been living in for years.