Frame the focal point with considered millwork.
Mantel components, side cabinetry, shelves and architectural panels can give a fireplace its place within the room. The design begins with the appliance and its installation requirements.
Start with the exact fireplace
Manufacturer clearances and applicable code requirements govern material suitability and placement. Confirm the model, installation details and any ventilation or access requirements before planning nearby millwork.
- Exact appliance model and instructions
- Required clearances to materials
- Ventilation and servicing access
- Coordination with the fireplace installer
Compose the surrounding wall
Side cabinetry, open shelves and paneling can be balanced around the fireplace dimensions. Consider symmetry, television position, shelf spans and the relationship to the room’s openings.
- Custom mantel and surround components
- Side cabinets and open shelves
- Architectural wall panels
- Material transitions and alignment
Choose suitable finishes
Wood, veneer, painted components and adjacent surfaces need to be appropriate for their location. A visually continuous material does not override an appliance’s clearance requirements.
- Finish direction and material selection
- Heat-related placement constraints
- Protected edges and installation details
- Scope-specific approvals
Review the installation
Site conditions, supports, wall geometry and service points influence how the millwork is made and fitted. Fireplace installation and specialist work must be separately defined where applicable.
- Room measurements and drawings
- Supports and fixings
- Trade coordination and access
- Contracted installation responsibilities
From the first conversation
to the final detail.
- 01
Consultation
Understand the intended use, priorities, style and budget.
- 02
Site Review & Measurements
Review dimensions, existing conditions and installation constraints.
- 03
Design & Drawings
Develop layouts, proportions, storage and project details.
- 04
Specifications & Approval
Confirm finishes, hardware, appliance information and applicable drawings.
- 05
Manufacturing
Prepare and manufacture the agreed components using appropriate production methods.
- 06
Delivery & Installation
Coordinate delivery and install the millwork within the agreed scope.
- 07
Final Review
Review the completed work and applicable finishing details against the contracted scope.
The exact sequence and deliverables vary by project. Changes after approval may affect cost and schedule.
Explore the complete approach ↗Before we begin.
Can you design around my existing fireplace?
We can review the model, manufacturer instructions, existing installation and surrounding conditions.
Can a wood mantel be used?
Only where the design and location meet the appliance requirements and applicable rules. Suitability is assessed for the specific installation.
Can the design include a television?
It can be reviewed alongside appliance heat, equipment requirements, viewing position and service routing.
Is the fireplace installation included?
It is included only when expressly identified in the agreed scope and addressed by the appropriate trades.
Let’s build something that fits.
Bring your drawings, reference images or first ideas. We can discuss the possibilities and the next steps.