A classic centrepiece in many Hamptons-style homes is the living room fireplace.
Bringing together welcoming ambience, winter warmth and a stylish aesthetic, a fireplace is the perfect setting to entertain friends and family. And to help you style your Hamptons home living room with the fireplace as your central focal point, we’re sharing our top style tips in this post.
Styling tips to make your fireplace the focal point of your Hamptons home living room
Arrange your furniture in a square or semi-circle
If your fireplace is set along your main living room wall, it can serve as the natural focal point. To achieve this, place large furniture pieces in a square or semi-circle around the fireplace. This allows everyone to enjoy the warmth and the aesthetic of the fire.
Always place your furniture with consideration for safety. You can find out the safety specifications for your furniture from the manufacturer’s manual, including the optimal placement distance to protect your furniture from potential heat and fire risk.
Decorate the mantle as a focal point
For fireplaces with a mantle, this space can be used to add stylish touches and personal decorations that add to the sophisticated design of your room.
A perfect space to display your favourite framed photos and ornaments, the mantle can also be decorated to suit the seasons, with fresh flowers, candles or holiday decorations.
Position a statement piece above your fireplace
To add personality and elegance, you can position a statement piece of art, or a mirror above your fireplace.
If you choose to place a mirror above your fireplace, this can also add a feeling of spaciousness to your room.
Place your television in a prime location
When deciding where to place your television in a room with a fireplace, it’s important to consider safety, function and aesthetic.
To ensure your TV is a safe distance from the heat, it’s recommended to use a recess or a mantle shelf for greater protection. Always check your individual TV’s manual for its specific requirements.
Also consider the height of your TV’s placement. If your unit is placed too high on a wall or surface, it might strain your neck during viewing.
Consider where the unit will look the best and provide easy viewing for family and friends.
Make use of corner spaces
If you have a cosy corner in your Hamptons home living room, this might be the perfect spot for your fireplace.
A corner fireplace can help with effective heat circulation and leaves your feature walls free for entertainment units and furnishings.
Style a non-working fireplace
If your fireplace is not in use, you could place a natural rustic wooden bench in front of it, with luxe throws and cushions, or a floral and picture display on top.
Another option is to fill the centre of the fireplace with candles or old books to create a talking point with your guests.
There are many ways to feature your living room fireplace and make your Hamptons home space truly your own. We’d love to discuss your ideas so get in touch and we can help make your dream Hamptons home come true.
Recent Comments