A fireplace is the natural focal point of almost any room. Its architecture commands attention, whether it features a grand marble mantel or a warm brick hearth.

Floating Fireplace Mantel If you don’t like a lot of visual clutter, you’ll love the look of a floating mantel shelf like the one seen here on this modern fireplace from @mccauleyinteriors ...

In homes decorated for the holidays, the fireplace mantel is often a focal point. Stripped of whatever adorns it the rest of the year, this shelf becomes a blank slate for everything from greenery ...

A tone-on-tone mantel makeover completely revamps a historical fireplace. Photo: Victoria Ninette All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.

If you have a fireplace, your mantel will be front and center during holiday gatherings. Why not do something magical there? Architect Peter Pennoyer and interior designer Katie Ridder have a ...

Update the entire look of your fireplace with these chic mantel ideas. The post 8 Best Fireplace Design Mantel Ideas appeared first on Family Handyman.