Awe-Inspiring Ambiance and the Irresistible Charm of an Outdoor Fireplace in the Pikesville and Timonium, MD Areas
Bringing irresistible charm to a Pikesville and Timonium, MD Areas backyard can be as simple as adding a custom outdoor fireplace. From spring to late fall, gathering around the fire to relax, enjoy the sunsets, and catch up with loved ones can be what you look forward to. There is nothing quite like the flickering flame and ambiance of an outdoor fireplace to transform your outdoor space into something special.
Outdoor Fireplace Designs
Choosing from the many fireplace styles, materials, and placements in the landscape can be accomplished with the help of a landscape professional. There is something so compelling about an outdoor fireplace, bringing back memories of campfire fun and laughter with friends and family members.
A Rustic Stone Fireplace
Rustic stone can create an outdoor fireplace that pulls the colors and feel of nature into the design. A multi-toned earth-colored stone fireplace that rises upward draws attention for its visual weight and arresting height. With a traditional firebox opening and built-in nooks for dry firewood on either side of the fire space, there is storage for wood to keep the fire burning long into the evening and plenty of space for guests to sit close to the warmth. Adding matching seating walls on each side creates a cozy atmosphere and provides more seating when entertaining larger groups.
A Modern Fireplace
Enjoy open-air living with a modern outdoor fireplace of stacked stone in a uniform color and geometric shape that echo the aesthetic of a contemporary home. Placing the fireplace beneath a pavilion defines this area with a new functional purpose while lending a sense of warmth and homey comfort. Covering the outdoor fireplace can allow you to turn this area into a media space with an all-weather TV above the mantle where you can relax with your family to watch your favorite shows.
A Traditional Brick Fireplace
The dark red of traditional brick can complement every landscape style since brick is a classic and timeless choice for any outdoor living feature. Placed inside a screened-in porch, the brick fireplace can follow a timeless but updated style of a rectangular structure that rises through the ceiling. A large rectangular firebox, a deep granite hearth, and a reclaimed wood mantle can create an inviting space where you can watch TV, have dinner, and sip morning coffee.
Outdoor Lighting for the Fireplace
While the fire certainly illuminates the space, adding outdoor lighting to the fire area, patio, and backyard can extend your time outside well into the night.
Activities for Outdoor Fireplaces
While roasting marshmallows and squishing them between chocolate and graham crackers will forever be the best fireside activity, there are so many other ways to create memories by the fire with those you love.
Family movie nights can be a weekly tradition when you watch them snuggled up with your family on cozy outdoor furniture in front of the fire, enhanced by popcorn, candy, and drinks, of course. For the adults, consider a monthly wine and cheese night with close friends as you chat by the warm fire.
An innovative idea is to take an annual family photo in front of the fireplace and when looking back, you can delight in the way the family has grown and changed over time.
About the Author
With nearly two decades of experience, Valley Deck & Patio has grown into a full-service landscape design and construction company known for our custom work. Our talented team takes on the challenge of complex projects, and we are always ready to roll up our sleeves and exceed customer expectations.
