Fireplace

The redwood paneling contrasts with the granite fireplace. Clean vertical and horizontal lines define and accentuate the structural skeleton.

The sitting room features a central fireplace framed by marble and warm wood, a wall of glass, and the original terrazzo floors.

“I love the subtle design of the two fireplaces and I think my favorite part is the way light and shadow play off each other throughout the house,” says listing agent Chris Menrad.

Set in San Francisco, this modern abode is a collection of contemporary design elements including chevron cabinets, expansive windows, and a sweeping deck with inky fireplace.

Designed by local architect Pedro Domingos, this four-bedroom abode in Portugal opens up with whitewashed concrete walls and geometric forms. Integrated amongst hundreds of olive, almond, and cork trees on a site that once held ancient ruins, the space opens up to the landscape with an array of patios, rooftop terraces, and large central courtyard with swimming pool. The midcentury fireplace seen here was designed in 1965 by Spanish architects Alfonso Mila and Federico Correa.

A Les Blakebrough ceramic urn punctuates the concrete fireplace.

The light-filled living room features one of the home's original built-in fireplaces.

The original brick fireplace stands as a reminder of the home’s history.

The open living room is anchored by a large fireplace and connected to the dining room and kitchen.

Hufft Projects designed the blackened steel "fireplace wall," which includes a Lennox wood-burning stove and an entertainment center. Ample firewood storage is incorporated below the fireplace and television, with enough wood storage for over a week.

Clare Conklin's living room features subtle earth tones and a mix of wood finishes.