80+ Fabulous Fireplace Design Ideas for Any Budget or Style

A Greek sculpture dating to 100 B.C. and an oil painting by Masatoyo Kishi juxtapose elements of history and modernity in the San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2012 Listening Room, designed by Matthew MacCaul Turner.

A contemporary neutral living room with a white marble fireplace surround is shown, as seen on HGTV's Fixer Upper.

As seen on season 1 of Sarah Sees Potential, designer Sarah Richardson gave new life to an outdated fireplace by replacing the old brick surround with white marble and topping it with a solid mahogany floating ledge. A contemporary gold sunburst pops against the grasscloth wallpaper and is a bright contrast to the rooms darker-hued midcentury modern furnishings.

For the family room designers brought in plenty of seating with the blue sectional, which adds a pop of color, white armchairs and a neutral colored ottoman that doubles as a coffee table. The white color palette and large windows throughout the space keep the room feeling bright and open, while the fireplace adds a touch of warmth. On either side of the fireplace, storage was added with a set of modern cabinets that can be moved in case the homeowners decide to rearrange their family's space.

This mantel's dramatic abundance of greenery and candlelit warmth give it a timeless, chic air.

This show stopping living room design creates the feeling of a larger space by using the stripes to draw the eye upward. Black and white walls add a sense of whimsy while creating a bold, daring statement. Beautiful, custom gray sofas draw frame the room and create a focal point of the fireplace that is defined by a black mantel with a white, marble slab inlay that adds softness to the room's design. Finally, a long, dramatic chandelier hangs eight feet from the floor to finish the space with a feeling of intimacy and warmth.

The music flows through this elegant living room from the baby grand piano, dancing lightly past the grand fireplace and elegant sitting space. A large area rug excites with its traditional design and amplifies the maroon and purple details throughout the room. Built-in bookshelves add a sophisticated library feel and provide ample room for antiques and collection display.

A gold fireplace trim pops against the sleek marble fireplace surround. A braided coffee table adds a textural element to the smooth finishes in the room. A white arm chair with skirt is decorated with a small palm tree throw pillow giving it a taste of tropical influence.

Natural light pours through this traditional living room, creating a bright, open and cozy space for gathering with family and friends. A gorgeous marble fireplace serves as a focal point within the space.

A marble fireplace but in an edgier, contemporary style and a mix of modern and classic pieces define the Color Form trend.

Bookshelf lighting produces a warm glow in this beautiful living room. Separated by a marble fireplace surround, the open shelves positively radiate under recessed lighting. A polished wood coffee table anchors the the chic seating area, while a thriving cactus adds height and a lively presence near the window.

Exposed wood ceiling beams add texture to this neutral transitional living room. An oversized sectional sofa and area rug define the sitting area where a flat-screen TV is mounted above a marble fireplace. Tall arched windows fill the room with natural light.

Dark hardwood floors pair with a striking marble fireplace in this chic gray living room. Magenta orchids top the mantel, adding a pop of color to the sophisticated space.

To create an elegant fireplace surround, two slabs of book matched marble were lined up for the perfect focal point in this design.

A soft, neutral color palette was used throughout the four-level home, infused with fresh bursts of color to highlight the couple’s laid-back vibe and youthful personalities. The home includes a sofa by Carl Hansen that balances the full-height Carrara marble fireplace as well as a clean, architectural Walter Knoll dining table.

This fireplace is luxurious indeed surrounded by marble and topped off with a golden mirror.

A neutral transitional living room gets jazzed up with zebra-print pillows and a black longhorn hung above the mantel. A white marble fireplace heightens the room's crisp, unfussy feel.

Designer Elizabeth Gordon incorporated blue, gold and a new white marble fireplace mantle to create a contrast with the Neo-Colonial architecture of the home.

In this living room, taupe walls and furniture serve as a neutral palette on which to layer striking artwork and accents like the overhead light fixture. Purple pillows are a welcome shot of color on the chairs.

This gorgeous bedroom is a modern retreat for its occupants. A stunning marble fireplace is positioned in the center of the room, boasting a design that allows it to be visible from three different sides.

Plush carpet and a sofa covered with faux chinchilla fur add to the 1970s retreat-like feel in the master bedroom at the San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2015. Designer Will Wick worked to balance the tradition of the home's design with modern pieces to make the space feel especially livable.

Designer Tiffany Leigh transformed a dated yellow tile fireplace surround by cutting marble-look adhesive paper into squares and covering the existing tile. The result? An inexpensive update that can be undone if the landlord wants when Leigh moves on.

The marble herringbone design on the fireplace surround adds beautiful texture and interest to this living space. Built-in bookshelves and drawers flank the fireplace, providing storage as well as a place to display treasured knickknacks and books.

A white marble fireplace warms up this home office, decorated with contemporary furniture and a neutral color scheme. Two white chairs create a conversation area across from the sleek desk.

A tile design creates a decorative fireplace surround and pairs with a white mantel to create a bright frame for the fireplace. The metallic finish of the brass mirror mounted above the mantel adds a beautiful sheen to the room. Indoor plants and mantel trinkets finish the space.

The back wall of windows that overlook the Puget Sound is anchored by a marble tiled fireplace. Flanking the fireplace with upholstered white sofas on each side makes a perfect gathering place for entertaining friends or an equally relaxing spot to read by the fire after a long day.

This cozy living room exudes country charm with an easy slipcovered sofa, wicker chairs and a wrought-iron chandelier. Patterned tile makes the fireplace one of the stars of the space.

A graphic tile fireplace with a rustic wood mantel makes for a striking focal point in this cottage living room. Board and batten adds dimension to the walls.

A woven basket placed on each side of the fireplace offers easy-access storage for a variety of great room essentials.

Black-and-white starburst tiles create a striking, graphic look to the outdoor fireplace. Above the chunky wood mantel, a flat-screen TV is concealed behind sliding rustic doors. A comfortable sofa with bright red cushions combines with an exposed wood coffee table.

This tiny room by Astleford Interiors is big on style, thanks to the fireplace’s Mexican tile surround. Note that with a fireplace this fabulous, it’s best to keep the mantel simple and knick-knack free.

A flat-screen TV sits over the pool lounge's floor-to-ceiling fireplace, with a modern floating mantel made from the same Pecky Cypress used for the ceiling in the dining and living rooms.

A contemporary neutral foyer features a fireplace with a wooden mantel., as seen on HGTV's Fixer Upper.

This surround of this beautiful fireplace becomes a work of art in and of itself thanks to its unusual graphic pattern. It also perfectly ties in with the gray artwork hung on the wall above as well as the silver pendant light.

This unique piece not only holds wood, it turns into a dynamic visual display. The unfinished texture is a pretty pairing with the fireplace's white bricks.

The small-scale print of the armchair's red fabric lets the bold color be more subtle than overwhelming. Houseplants add a layer of lush to the room.

The rough-hewn mantel brings out the natural texture in the painted brick fireplace. A blend of spindly branches and small sculptures adorns the mantel, while a potted plant and driftwood keep company on the hearth below.

Designers took a more modern approach to shiplap and brick in this living room by using a clean style shiplap and painted, white brick. To finish the design, gray furniture and black accents were added to the white space to make the room both bright and inviting.

This white painted brick fireplace features a mantle that doubles as a bookshelf.

This neutral transitional living room takes a turn for the unexpected by placing decorations in and around the fireplace. Candles fill the fireplace while a mirror on the wall hangs in place of a television.

A brick fireplace is given a fresh coat of white paint with an assortment of candle holders atop a rustic wooden mantel.

The brick fireplace and its chimney are large and, left in the original red, might feel imposing and out of date. But painted white, they look clean and contemporary and become an ideal backdrop for fun details like the lantern pendants.

The living space in the Severn's home has an updated fireplace, made complete by the addition of shiplap and shelves, a new mantle, a built in bench seat and new french doors, as seen on Fixer Upper.

Lime-green abstract art adds a punch of pizzazz to the classic blue and white color palette in this transitional great room. The white-painted brick fireplace serves as a traditional centerpiece with a magnificent modern twist.

A simple, long wood mantel above the fireplace ties in visually with the antique wood doors and the new chandelier and adds dimension and depth to the space.

The white bricks of the fireplace surround echo the soft neutral color palette in this Cape Cod guest cottage's living room with its pleasing mix of traditional and rustic furnishings.

A painted white brick fireplace and mantel serves as the focal point of this pretty, blue room. Shiplap siding frames the mantel while white molding gives the room crisp, clean lines.

Reclaimed barn wood provides the ideal accent for the white painted fireplace and gray mantel in this cottage-inspired living room. Custom cabinetry flanks the fireplace and carriage lights are installed above the mantel for a true design statement.

Stay nice and cozy in this kitchen with a fireplace that features a lovely brick surround in charcoal gray.

This brick fireplace is given a stylish look with painted white brick and mint green accents. A black and white family photo hangs above with smaller framed photos placed on the mantel and bookshelves. Not only does it look more modern and brighter, but it also invites you in to sit and look at photos or get cozy with a good book.

A large wooden chandelier and gorgeous stone fireplace lend a rustic feel to this chic outdoor living space. A small sofa and two armchairs provide seating.

The fireplace has been refaced with dry stacked stone and a rustic wooden beam serves as a mantle. A vintage science poster hangs as an art piece between two glass vases with white flowers, as seen on Fixer Upper. (detail)

Relax in style and comfort in this living room. Wood paneled walls give the space an air of country charm, and furnishings are kept neutral to complement the casual yet elegant design. Cozy up by the fireplace when the nights get chilly.

A new fireplace was added in the living room, creating a visual focal point with its neutral rock facing and built-in benches on either side. The addition of an exposed beam vaulted ceiling makes the room feel more open, while removing a wall between the kitchen and living room allows for an easy flow between spaces.

This family room features pale gray accents –– like the wall color and suede sofa –– paired with pops of bright turquoise and deep purple hues. A charcoal and white patterned area rug leads the way to a rustic stone fireplace, finishing the look of the space.

The gorgeous limestone walls are dominant in this great room, while a nature-inspired color palette flows effortlessly in furnishings and accessories. Framed ikat prints hang above the mantel, bringing a punch of crisp pattern and color to the space.

A blue and brown palette sets a cozy tone in this rustic-inspired living room. The darker hues and rich textures are a complementary tie-in with the home's forest setting.

Simple black frame couches with white cushions look chic and sophisticated in this outdoor space. Two matching stools with chrome feet sit at the foot of the coffee table for extra seating.

Slide back this entertainment center's barn doors to reveal the television. The room's other furnishings are equally rustic and cozy.

Stone Fire Place with Mantel

Living room with Exposed Wood Beams and Stone Fireplace

The homeowners wanted to preserve the warm wood trim throughout this home while creating a more eclectic, funky, family-friendly space for their young family. In this living room, a wood feature wall and stone fireplace create an eye-catching backdrop for the mix of chic, yet comfortable furnishings. A woven rug, leather chairs and a comfy upholstered sofa bring a harmonizing mix of textures that add interest to the space.

Large windows fills this neutral transitional living room with natural light. The simple, tasteful furnishings are accented by a cow skull, gifted by neighbors Nancy and Ronald Reagan, mounted above the fireplace.

This living room has a rectangle modern gas stone fireplace giving the space a sleek look and feel.

A stacked stone fireplace adds texture and tactile appeal to this transitional living room. The fireplace is topped with a sleek wood mantel and beadboard above for a contemporary edge.

This light and bright living room features an exposed beam vaulted ceiling with gray stone fireplace that serves as the focal point for the newly remodeled space. The pass-throughs on either side of the fireplace provide a logical flow between the two spaces and attractive sight lines.

A fireplace with stone surround adds a focal point to the living room. The stones bring warmth to the comfortable, neutral space while adding a bit of depth and texture to the design.

This large stone fireplace is the focal point of the great room. Each stone in the fireplace was hand selected for color, shape and size.

The living room keeps cozy with a stone-surround fireplace and plenty of comfortable seating. Shelving units on both sides of the stone wall offer display areas and convenient hidden storage.

A stone fireplace extends to the ceiling in this rustic-chic Martha's Vineyard living room, drawing the eye up to take in the room's soaring dimensions and exposed architectural details. Furnishings are harmonious and neutral.

Feminine frills and a fun, whimsical palette balance the heavy, masculine fireplace in this transitional living room. The bold tangerine accents add a punch of excitement to the room's spa-like blues and whites.

Touches of green throughout this cottage living room provide the space with subtle color. The stone fireplace creates a focal point, and the built-in bookcases offer storage.

An original stone fireplace and adjoining concrete wall still stand in the downstairs family room, exuding a sense of the original house.