



Here’s a fireplace that reaches for the sky … and gets as far as the ceiling. Made from the same striking black marble as the nearby bar, the sleek, wall-sized fireplace showcases a mesmerizing “row” of flames that bring warmth to the streamlined space. It would take a truly spectacular feature to grab your attention away from such a vista - and this fireplace does just that. Essentially encased in glass and perched high above Los Angeles, CA, in the exclusive enclave of Bel Air, this masterpiece boasts breathtaking views as far as the eye can see. Add this one to the list: It’s a jaw-dropping eight-bedroom, 10-bathroom contemporary estate (though “Bond villain lair” might be the best descriptor) designed by star architect Paul McClean. Sometimes you see a property so incredible that it can’t even be called a “house.” One so unbelievable, you can’t believe a real human being could possibly live there. Interestingly enough, such a conceptual space is found in a building that dates back to 1890.Įxtravagantly edgy: $49.995 million, 864 Stradella Road, Los Angeles, CA 90077 It’s paneled in a golden wood that keeps the fireplace from feeling overwhelming while unifying this standout feature with the rest of the home. Designed by renowned architect Graham Gund, the open-concept interior is dominated by a two-story fireplace with a unique silhouette defined by a curved top and round cutout. This condo, located in that enviable neighborhood, puts the stereotype to rest. When you think of Beacon Hill homes, you probably come up with an image of a very traditional townhome. Postmodern paneling: $6.95 million, 5 Byron St., Boston, MA 02108 Go on, steal a few fireplace designs from these flaming-hot living room centerpieces. And some of us are luckier still to have an exquisitely designed version that is closer to a work of art than a heat source - such is the case with these homes for sale in Boston, MA, to Cusick, WA. Some of us are lucky to have a fireplace to call our own. (Don’t fret there’s always the Yule log on TV.) It’s a feature most of us yearn for as soon as the calendar hits December, even if we live in a modern apartment complex. The mantel lends itself well to holiday decor, while the crackling fire provides the best excuse to stay home on a Saturday night. Confusing climate trends aside, there’s nothing quite like a fireplace in the wintertime.
