More and more Canadian homeowners are opting to modernize the interiors of their properties, and fireplaces are a fantastic way to do so inexpensively, but effectively.
Few fireplace trends have been as enduring as the clean lines, neutral colours, and modern, minimalist look of concrete surrounds. With so many design options for a concrete fireplace surround, there truly is something for everyone.
Let’s have a look at 8 fireplace trends that are perfectly suited to concrete:
- Frameless
With the fireplace blending seamlessly into the neighbouring wall, a frameless concrete fireplace has no hearth or mantel. And no other colours or materials are used around the fireplace itself. This particular design is the ultimate in clean, modern minimalism.
- Multi-tasking
Modern fireplaces are often highly practical, too, and you may see such examples as a fireplace being open to two rooms or having a countertop incorporated into the surround.
- 3-sided
Sometimes referred to as a peninsula fireplace, this particular design is well suited to bigger rooms or open spaces that you want to divide, but without the intrusion of a wall. Concrete can be used on all 3 sides of the fireplace, or it may be encased in glass so that it can be enjoyed from every part of the space.
- Full wall
There’s no reason why a fireplace can’t still be the focal point of a wall, even if it only takes up a relatively small amount of space in comparison. Some Canadian homeowners are opting to convert the entire wall into a concrete-clad feature.
- Tall verticals
These stunning fireplaces can start at the floor and go all the way up to the ceiling, or at least go a lot further up than a traditional fireplace might. If you’ve got a room with a tall or vaulted ceiling, this could look incredibly eye-catching.
- Wall mounted
Placed higher up on the wall and giving the illusion of floating, wall-mounted fireplaces are fast overtaking ground- or hearth-level fireplaces in the popularity game, and with their clean lines and neutral colours, they’re the ultimate in modern design.
- Dimensional fluting
When 3-dimensional effects are added to a concrete fireplace, such as the case with a design trend called ‘fluting’, the eye is drawn upwards by the vertical lines, and the fireplace instantly becomes the most visually striking thing in the room.
- Two-tone
The use of two colours in a fireplace is another hugely popular modern trend in Canada, and as concrete is so versatile, this can easily be achieved. Whether you opt for colours that complement each other or contrast, the overall effect can be very effective.
Fireplaces will never go out of fashion, but design trends will inevitably change year-on-year. If you’re looking for a mantel in Calgary that will stand the test of time, as well as being stunning, minimalist, safe, and practical, why not go concrete? With so many ways to use concrete in your home, you can avoid tacky design trends that will be out of favour in a season and indulge in one that will be truly timeless.
