Stone Fireplace Designs Intro... Rustic to Refined!
The timeless beauty and versatility of stone fireplace designs make them a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor fire spaces . . . . .
Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria, Germany
Stone has been a favored building material for centuries and has been used to
create everything from cottages to castles . . . . . and tombs to temples. It's lasting quality and durability are unparalleled!
The Taj Mahal, Agra, India
The wide range of colors and textures that can only occur in a material that is
manufactured by nature demonstrates why the beauty of stone has in- spired artists
and architects, alike, for hundreds of years.
Stone
naturally occurs in an amazing variety of colors, shapes, sizes, and textures. That, in conjunction with its ability to be manipulated by man through various
finishing processes such as tumbling, honing, or polishing, gives it a versatility
and appeal to satisfy a wide variety of tastes.
From the nostalgia and romance of a rustic hearth in a cozy mountain hide- away . . . . . .
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to the unmistakable artistry of a stone fireplace design by master stone artisan, Lew French,
in the two examples pictured below -- including the creative use of driftwood in a stone hearth (below right)
for a beach cot- tage on Martha's Vineyard . . . . .
to the timeless elegance and old world splendor of a hand-carved
limestone
or
marble
mantel or surround from Francois & Co. in a country house . . . .
or, alternatively, a unique, one of a kind antique surround from Westland London . . .
. .
to the chic sophistication of a sleek contemporary design fireplace from Chazelles in an urbane apartment . . . . . .
the diverse range of stone types and finishing options provides a veritable treasure trove of different looks and styles from which to choose!
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As a building material for outdoor fireplaces, stone has no equal. It is ex- tremely durable
and virtually maintenance-free. It is designed to withstand the harshest of elements with
minimal wear. Frequent exposure to sun and rain will not fade or discolor it. As it weathers
over time, its beauty and character are only enhanced.
From the standpoint of lasting quality, durability, and timeless beauty, you will never go wrong with a stone fireplace design for your home or patio. It will add real value to your home and pro- vide countless hours of enjoy- ment for you and your family each year.
The listing of
Top Design Categories
in our STONE FIREPLACE DESIGNS DIRECTORY includes a broad array of styles ranging from rugged and
rustic . . . . . to sleek and ultra-chic. In addition, virtually every stone type is covered to reflect the
wide variety of stone hearth options available to you!
