12 Festive Fireplaces Made for Chilly Winter Nights
Let's get cozy.
Updated Oct 30, 2018 4:48 PM
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If we had to think of the quintessential winter scene, it would probably involve being wrapped in a cozy blanket, perched in front of a roaring fire. Now, whether it’s a real or an artificial fire is really up to you—your fireplace might be in the form of a digital-based yule log.
With this in mind, we set out to find the coziest fireplaces and best-dressed mantels for decorating inspiration. From the ultra-traditional, where bright greens and luxe ribbons take the scene by storm, to the more subdued spots boasting the ever-so-slightest ode to the season, we compiled a curated list of the dreamiest fireplaces from around the web. Spoiler alert: major interior inspo ahead.
An eclectic array of dried palms stand in as a clever alternative to the standard holiday greens. Dried protea inspire a hint of warmth to the cool undertones of the palms and complement the dramatic flair of the matte black mantel.
Styling a holiday-centric mantel is all about the details. Bring in metallic accents to lend a lustrous element and layer in textures—think cozy stockings, strings of garland, and even a stack of firewood—for a dynamic finish.
This year, we’re bucking the traditional red and green holiday palette in favor of something a little more dramatic. Take a cue from this Scandi-chic scene and consider a pared-back approach to your standard holiday getup: a dramatic wreath above the mantel and a votive, or two, will do the trick.
Leave it to Everygirl co-founder Alaina Kaczmarski to design a holiday mantel as bright and festive as this. Simplicity is at the core of the design scheme, which manages to seamlessly integrate all the traditional elements—a pine garland, wreath, string lights, and classic stockings—sans looking dated or snoozy. We think the ornate mirror atop the mantel may have something to do with it.
File this one under a seriously creative take on a traditional fireplace. While the decorative scheme may err more towards the minimalist side—no one said you had to go all out—the custom-made neon sign more than makes up for the lack of festive accouterments on top. Paired with a neat stack of birch logs, the setup seems to be one out of a Scandinavian cabin.
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We don’t know what we love more: the illusion of a seemingly snow-capped Christmas tree or the beautifully decked mantel that defines just about all of our holiday decor goals. The delicate shade of blue reserved for the adjacent built-ins of the living room certainly help the surrounding elements stand out, all the while contributing to the mod aesthetic of the space.
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Cozy meets minimalism in this utterly dream scene, complete with two parallel stacks of fresh cut logs for the wood-burning fireplace. Seriously though, who wouldn’t want to curl up in front of a spot as perfect as this? The lack of a mantel goes unnoticed thanks to the streamlined build of the fireplace, appropriately decked with a modest wreath, which holds nothing back in the style department.
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We’re all for taking things the non-traditional route, especially when it comes to holiday decor. So when the opportunity to make an oversized, tinsel, paper stocking presents itself, you better believe that we’re going to take it. And sure, if Santa feels compelled to leave a few extra treats in said stockings, we wouldn’t be mad about it.
Calling all boho-enthusiasts! Does it get more picture-perfect than this? The creative duo over at Hey Wanderer transformed their marble mantel into the ultimate holiday scene, and we’re taking major pointers from them. From lanterns and tinsel to bottleneck trees and copper string lights, there is no shortage of inspired elements that complete this detailed setup.
This one is for all those whose “fireplace” errs on the untraditional side. Set on a chic, brick platform, the wood-burning stove in this Upstate New York home emulates a rather picturesque winter scene—the whitewashed backdrop and nearby Christmas tree definitely help. A bare wreath, set high above the stove seals the deal.
We’re doling out all the creativity points for this one. For those lacking a real fireplace, consider this the next best thing: a faux fireplace, constructed out of a handful of wooden slabs, transform an ordinary blank wall into a picture-perfect focal point. It should go without saying that the bounty of fresh greens casually splayed along the faux mantel really help take things to the next level.
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