Here are a few ways frameless fireplaces are set to redefine the coming year.
Designers disagree on many things, but almost everyone has heralded the arrival of metals, from neutral metallic wallpaper to mixed metallic décor. Others swear by dark, moody palettes, and they’ve already begun to incorporate everything from luxurious blacks to heavy greens and stained woods.
When you think of frameless fireplaces, you think first of minimalist design. Envisioned as a sleeker, less cluttered version of the traditional fireplace, the frameless design pairs perfectly with a bare-bones, no-nonsense aesthetic.
While many designers are moving away from a stark look this year, the streamlined fireplace has a timeless appeal that won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. When you embrace cleaner architectural elements (like a frameless fireplace surrounded by polished cement or marble), you always have the option of adding busier décor elements, like colorful pillows, oddly shaped furniture, and sumptuous decor.
Frameless fireplaces may be synonymous with minimalism, but they’re far from being a one-trick pony. Take this handsome fireplace, which combines a traditional brick surround with a modern, frameless design. It also breaks up the curtained windows, creating balance through symmetry and interest through contrast. Since 2018 will be all about mixing the old with the new, style-spanning fireplaces like this one will only become more popular.
True to the newfound ethos, this frameless fireplace setup combines a right-sided and left-sided model in an asymmetrical arrangement. Combine that with bright, upholstered furniture and a wall pattern that pops right out at you, and you have a contemporary designer’s dream.
Dark browns have made a comeback, but that’s not the only reason designers are embracing natural wood elements. Durable, classic, and down-to-earth, wood is perfect for the coming year. With any number of woods, patterns, stains at your fingertips, it’s also versatile enough to accommodate changing tastes.
In 2018, designers are prepared to leave their minimalist comfort zones and embrace the world of rich colors and eclectic arrangements. Whether you go with the flow and stay up with the latest fashions, or buck current trends in favor of ageless beauty, Ortal’s contemporary fireplaces can enhance your design. Versatile enough to match any trend, and timeless enough to survive any whim, the frameless fireplace is here to stay.
Browse through our gallery of modern fireplaces to get more design inspiration for 2018.