Unique Ideas For Built Ins Around Fireplace
In this post, I’ll be sharing some ideas for built ins around fireplace.
If there’s one thing I love more than cozying up by a roaring fireplace, it’s figuring out how to make the space around it just as swoon-worthy.
A fireplace is often the heart of the home, but let’s be honest—those surrounding walls? They’re prime real estate!
Whether you’re craving more storage, a spot to showcase your favorite decor, or a functional yet fabulous design feature, built-ins around a fireplace can be a total game-changer.
Let’s dive into some creative ways to transform that area into something both stunning and practical.
Trust me, by the end of this post, you’ll be eyeing your fireplace with a whole new sense of possibility.
Traditional built-ins with trim and crown moulding
This is probably what most homeowners picture when they think of built-ins around a fireplace: the classic style of symmetrical shelf and lower cabinet built-ins.
Even with this traditional style, you can add elevate it with custom trim work and crown moulding to create more of a focus wall.
Built in on one side of fireplace
In some living rooms there’s only space enough to have a built-in on one side of the fireplace.
Don’t let that deter you.
This is how our living room was, and it was still really great to have that one side to place photos and decor.
Two tone fireplace built ins
You can create more of a statement wall with your built-ins by painting them in a contrasting color.
To pull this off well, choose a color that’s substantially darker or lighter than your fireplace.
Then make sure you’re referencing that color in other accents of the room, such as the artwork or throw pillows.
Modern integrated built in
This is such a creative way to incorporate storage into your fireplace!
The integrated cubbies are actually built into the larger fireplace wall, providing enough space to display decorative items and even wood for the fire.
Built in bench seating around fireplace
This Craftsman house has a small living room with absolutely stunning windows that provide a lot of natural light.
Even though the fireplace has been renovated and isn’t workable anymore, the aesthetics are still so beautiful!
Bench seating built ins around the fireplace have been cleverly added to really maximize space in this small living room.
Asymmetrical fireplace built ins
This living room is a stunning example of how you can use two different sizes of built ins.
The built in on the left of the fireplace helps balance out the space but still has to be slim enough to not block the doorway.
The homeowners could have chosen to leave off the slim built in altogether, but I personally think that would have made the whole fireplace wall feel a bit off.
Open shelving living room built ins
If you’ve got a long fireplace hearth, consider doing open shelving instead of the traditional cabinet on the bottom, shelves up top style.
The open shelving mimics the extra long hearth and helps the whole fireplace wall feel more intentional and cohesive.
Double living room built ins
This is a design trick I’d recommend for very wide living rooms: double built ins.
Take advantage of that wider wall space by adding 2 built-in cabinets on either side of the fireplace, and you’ll immediately double your storage while creating balance in the room.
Fireplace built ins for a narrow living room
Don’t let a narrow living room deter you from adding built-ins!
Arched built-ins are not only aesthetically pleasing…they’re also ideal for narrow living rooms.
While typical built-ins might feel too overbearing, the curves of the arches feel softer and make the most of the space.
Dark and moody living room built ins
If you’re looking to create more of a statement, use a dark paint color to create a more moody vibe.
I’ve listed a few of the best moody paint colors designers love here.
And there you have it—your fireplace just went from being a cozy corner to the MVP of your living space!
With built-in ideas ranging from classic shelving to modern statement pieces, there’s no shortage of ways to elevate both style and function.
Remember, it’s all about designing a space that feels like you. So grab a hot cocoa, start brainstorming, and get ready to create a fireplace setup that makes your heart (and your home) a little warmer.