5 Steps to Designing a Unique Stone Fireplace Surround

A timeless stone fireplace surround is the pride of any beautifully adorned great room. Perfect to enjoy and cuddle up with your partner during those notoriously bitter Minnesota and Wisconsin winters. You yearn to relax, and melt away the evening chills in the glow of your own custom stone fireplace. Visit the Featured Projects section for some beautiful pictures of stone fireplaces we've designed for our clients.

But where do you begin?



STEP 1 (in Stone Fireplace Design)
First, identify your style.
• Classical
• Contemporary
• Rustic
• or something in between?

Fireplace photos will help you; especially if you don’t know what fireplace style you want. Looking at pictures of fireplace designs you’ll soon discover what you like and dislike. We’ve got hundreds of pictures of fireplace surrounds and stone fireplace pictures for you to look at here. If you like the floor-to-ceiling look, this photo gallery will show you dozens of pictures of fireplace over-mantels. There is a plethora of fireplace pictures available on the Internet, but very few will offer you complete customization of any design.






STEP 2 (in Stone Fireplace Design)
Second, identify the type of fireplace unit, your source of heat.
• Masonry (wood-burning fireplace)
• Gas fireplace insert
• Electric fireplace

STEP 3 (in Stone Fireplace Design)
Third, determine what size fireplace unit you would like. This varies based on manufacturer but typically range from 32” to over 42” wide by 28” to over 36” tall.


STEP 4 (in Stone Fireplace Design)
Fourth, make note of room dimensions that your fireplace will sit in. Things to consider are ceiling height and wall width. Also, make note of any possible obstacles such as windows or cabinetry that may limit the width of you stone fireplace mantel, or marble fireplace surround.

STEP 5 (in Stone Fireplace Design)
Fifth, specify what material or color you would like your fireplace to be. Stone fireplaces are very unique in that they are available in a virtually unlimited spectrum of natural colors to complement any decor. Contact us if you need guidance.

Choices include such natural materials as:
• Travertine fireplace surround (an Old World or rustic look)
• Marble fireplace surround (a true classic)
• Granite fireplace surround (classic or modern)
• Onyx fireplace surround (classic or modern)
• Slate or sandstone fireplace surround (rustic)

Now all that’s left after completing these 5 steps is to contact us and speak with one of our talented designers to put all these pieces together for you to create your own unique, custom stone fireplace design. Call toll free 1-866-759-1920 or email info@ CarvedStoneCreations.com for personalized assistance.

Stone Fireplace Designs

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Timeless Designs in Natural Stone

Architectural Stone
Capturing Timeless Design Details in Natural Stone

There is a little bit of world traveler in us all, yearning to visit far away places and experience the mystery of distant lands. Actually touching and feeling the landmarks we've only read about in history books, connecting with the spirits of centuries past. Some of us will make those distant journeys, others may only get as far as the next town, but wherever we go and whatever we do, one of the first places we'll hasten to visit is somewhere that the architecture distinguishes itself from the ordinary. From quaint cottages tucked away in historic villages to the grand castles of Europe, these places all hold one thing in common... architectural accents in stone.

Fortunately for those of us that long to live with these authentic architectural features each and every day, we have endless options at our disposal with which to create a distinctive home built to withstand the test of time. Ornate details in natural stone once relegated to public buildings, Ivy League Universities and the homes of the rich and famous are now ours to enjoy. From stately columns and courtyard fountains to massive fireplaces and grand staircases, the average homeowner can now surround themselves with elegance, luxury and the everlasting beauty that natural stone offers.


Article By: Heather E. Adams, Author & Designer
Featured in StoneDimensions, published by the Marble Institute of America