This Ain't Your Grandma's Fireplace (Anymore)
The fireplace in this Austin living room in Scofield Farms looked great if you happened to be a saintly old lady who crocheted doilies.


This hip Austin couple's personal style comes through in their stunning fireplace remodel. To start with, Room Fu's redesign plan creates a true focal point in the room by treating the fireplace as a floor-to-ceiling showstopper, increasing the width and depth of the entire unit as well. The old brass doors are given the heave-ho and replaced with an iron set that coordinate with the new tile surround.
Richly-colored micro tiles with a handcut feel give the fireplace an air of ancient antiquity, while modernizing the design at the same time. A slightly minimal alder mantel and coordinating trim near the ceiling complete the fireplace's fresh new look.
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