Cornered: Considerations for Corner Fireplaces
We occasionally have inquiries about corner fireplaces, from people who are challenged by a small space or an awkward layout. Often, they talk themselves out of their corner unit and they make space for a flat wall mantel and fireplace. But sometimes, a corner really is the best position for a fireplace. Here are the ‘angles’ to be considered when it comes to a corner fireplace:Will the fireplace be visible from the entire room when it’s placed in the corner? In an L-shaped room, as in the basement shown here, the corner is the only position which can be viewed from all parts of the space. In a rectangular room, the corner fireplace may be an ambient feature, adjacent to the seating area, or a focal point across from the seating area. Neither is wrong, unless you plan to place the TV above the fireplace, in which case, it obviously needs to be visible from the seating area.