In ancient times, fireplaces are mostly made from stone. They were built for practical purposes, and very little attention was paid to the looks and designs of the fireplaces. Their primary function was to provide heat, and stone fireplaces can serve that function very well.

As settlements evolve and cities grow, so does the needs of homeowners. Soon, many homeowners start to feel that their fireplaces look too plain and boring. And that's when people start to ask for fireplaces with designs. There are many different types of designs to choose from. For example, you can choose a Medieval design, a classic design, a contemporary design, and others. The only thing to bear in mind is not to get carried away with the designs. Otherwise, you run in the danger of choosing a design that is too elaborate, and it spoils the overall look of the house.

Also, as technology continues to evolve, more options are being made available to homeowners. Since the problem is primarily a heating problem, many modern fireplaces can actually provide heat without fire. But what is a fireplace without a fire? It doesn't look at that warm and cozy without a real fire burning. So innovative manufacturers even go as far as to create holographic images of a fire burning, so as to simulate a real fire. The benefit of doing this is that the homeowner get to enjoy the heat without having to worry about ash, burnt wood, and the danger of having a burning fire in the house.

In recent times, more and more homeowners are starting to look at stone fireplaces. That is because stone is fire resistant, and it's the ideal material for building fireplaces. In addition, there are many different types of stone to choose from - limestone, granite, masonry, marble, etc. Of course, some will cost more than others.

Stone fireplaces are coming back in style because you can create all sorts of designs from stone. Some stones have natural patterns that create stunning looks. Others just appear simple and nice. The choice of design depends very much on personal preferences as well. Stone fireplaces can be crafted into unique designs if you want.

The cost of a stone fireplace is affected by several factors. The type of stone that you choose matters, and the design that you choose also matters. The simpler the design, the cheaper the cost. That's because less time and energy is required for simpler designs. More sophisticated or complicated designs will certainly cost more. They not only require more time to build, they also require higher levels of skill.

When making fireplace design decisions, always take into consideration the overall look and feel of the house. Stone fireplaces go well with many different types of styles. Perhaps it is a good idea to keep the design simple to ensure that the fireplace matches the rest of the house, and the cost of building the fireplace will be cheaper.