You guys, I have been dreaming about updating our fireplace forever! It’s the heart of our living room, but for the longest time, I was so stuck on how to give it that fresh, beautiful look I love.
After spending way too much time on Pinterest, I have found some absolutely stunning ideas that I just had to share with you all.
From cozy farmhouse to super chic modern, these tiled fireplaces are total game-changers for any space. Come take a look and get inspired with me!
1. Divine DIY
Can you even believe this is a DIY project?! I was so surprised to learn this chic look is the result of an amateur’s work.
I love that it has that gorgeous marble look, but it’s actually a peel-and-stick tile made with an adhesive base and a gel top, which gives it that amazing three-dimensional quality.
The fact that this tile is also heat and humidity resistant makes it absolutely perfect for an easy, low-budget upgrade. A total home run in my book!
2. Break The Mold
Isn’t this sitting room just stunning?! I adore all of the striking design features, from the top to the bottom. The coffered ceiling has this beautiful grid design made from warm white crown molding.
That geometric feel continues right down to the amazing decorative double stack fireplace. The larger bottom tier features a huge glass-front gas hearth that is surrounded by off-white marble tiles.
Those same finishes are used again in the smaller upper tier, where an overmantel perfectly fits a big-screen television.
3. Symmetrical Sophistication
Centering your fireplace right in the middle of a feature wall is such a great way to create a beautiful focal point. In this lavish living room, the hearth is surrounded by these gorgeous crystal blue built-ins that are filled with high-end decor.
A polished brass ring pendant lamp with bubble-shaped lanterns gives another light source with just a touch of vintage Hollywood glamour. So chic!
4. Farmhouse Fireplace
The farmhouse fireplace look has become so popular, and I love the rugged and trendy feel it brings to a home. This neutral color scheme gives this modern farmhouse living room such an elegant and understated quality.
I love how the airy feel of the matte white built-ins and the dove gray rug is balanced by sturdier pieces like the black metal chandelier and thick wooden mantel.
The patterned artisan tile here adds just the right amount of visual interest while keeping the whole soothing color story.
5. Go For The Bold
Using colors with high contrast is such a fantastic way to make statement pieces in your space really pop. I mean, if this mantel were painted white, it would just blend in with the walls.
Instead, the black paint really draws your eye to the beautiful craftsmanship of the piece. The slate gray tiles on the face and hearth are the perfect complement to the gold patina on the antique framed mirror resting on the overmantel. I just love this look!
6. Modernize Your Marble
This space gives me all the good vibes. A traditional-style mantel is paired with Carrara marble tiles set in a timeless herringbone pattern, which gives this fireplace a super classic and refined feel.
The thoughtful decorative accents bring such a fresh flair to the space. Leaning the abstract art against the wall instead of hanging it makes the decor feel more casual and contemporary, while the vintage books and dried flowers add a lovely, lived-in look.
7. Upscale Upgrade on A Budget
Updating your chimney breast is such a simple way to revive decor that feels a little old-fashioned. In this room, the overmantel area was wrapped in inexpensive wood planks and painted a matte pewter color to match the surround and the built-in cabinets.
I love how the touches of smoky gray in the herringbone tile tie the face into all of that beautiful ornamental woodworking. So clever!
8. Go High and Low
With its towering ceilings, you can only call this gathering spot a great room. This posh space is just filled with well-appointed furnishings, including black leather chairs and a gorgeous gold chrome light fixture.
These premium pieces are grounded perfectly by more primal concrete tiles. An espresso brown feature wall helps this huge space feel so much more inviting and cozy.
9. Mix and Match Design Trends
I just adore how two design styles collide in this fun and fashionable family room. Features like the white shiplap walls, rustic wooden beams, and that huge metal wagon wheel chandelier are all distinctly modern farmhouse.
But then the overstuffed sofa and smokey quartz agate geode tiles lean more toward a coastal interior design. The wooden mantel holds decorative elements like beachy blue and white vases and country-style candle holders to balance both styles even more.
10. Modern Fireplace Tile
This modern fireplace comes with such stylish and classy decor elements, offering a simple approach that will totally take your living room to the next level.
While most of us think of the mantel as the most decorative part, the outward-facing front, or the face, is a great opportunity for artistic expression.
These terracotta tiles in shades of gray and charcoal bring in texture and earthiness that contrasts with the minimalist lines of the creamy white surround mantel.
11. Make A Bold Statement
This room is proof that even the smallest spaces can have big style. I love how the two-toned chevron marble tile elevates this compact smart electric fireplace.
Because the mantel is fairly low to the ground, there is a lot of blank space to fill above it. A white and navy blue canvas print with a gold geometric overlay adds just the right amount of flair.
12. Anything But Basic Geometry
Even though it uses sharp lines and simple shapes, this fireplace design is so deceptively complex. A mosaic of interlocking square and rectangle tiles is softened by the beautiful gradation that runs throughout the mile.
The shape and colors of the black glass and metal firebox intentionally echo the TV hanging above the polished walnut mantel. Just genius!
13. Uncomplicated Upgrade
If you would love to renovate your fireplace on a limited budget, tile stickers can totally help you get the look for less. This living room goes from bland to beautiful with just a few simple changes.
A diamond-patterned floor rug and black and white peel-and-stick tiles help this space feel so much more graphic and contemporary.
14. Get In Shape
Using similar shapes all through a room can help different features feel more cohesive. The rectangular shape of the linear gas fireplace mirrors the narrow walnut wood flooring and also the rough-hewn butterscotch colored brickwork.
I love that even the couch meets the design brief because of its blocky arms and extended chaise seating.
15. The Sky Is The Limit
Okay, I am drooling over this one! The powdery pastel blue shade of these thin clay tiles has an almost ethereal quality that is made even better by the choice of bright white grout.
Every tile is coated with a hand-applied glaze that brings out these subtle but noticeable color variations.
The dark colors of the patterned rug might seem jarring at first, but when you look closely, you can find sky blue accents that tie it into the rest of the decor perfectly.
16. Go Off-Center
A narrow hallway off to the side gives this sitting room a layout that is a bit unconventional. The deliberately asymmetrical shelving makes this architectural choice seem more intentional.
The vertical firebox mounted in a narrow marble slab helps draw your eye upward and makes the ceilings seem higher. The television niche to the left of that helps balance out the hallway on the other side.
17. Reach New Heights
This lofty living space has a towering ceiling that is at least twenty feet tall. Wow! With a ceiling that high, it’s so important to account for the vertical space in your design.
The tiles on the fireplace are arranged vertically, which helps direct the eye upwards. Above the mantel, the second story also has vertical wood panels. Floor-to-ceiling windows and oversized wood cabinets are just perfectly proportioned to the space.
18. California Cool
In colder places, fireplaces are pretty much a staple, but you can also find these beautiful structures in warmer environments.
Hand-painted Mission-style tiles in hues of cream and linen transform this unit into a focal point in this contemporary room.
The pattern on this tile is small in scale, so expanding it all the way to the ceiling makes it an even more powerful and beautiful statement.
19. Consistency Is Key
Using the same finishes throughout your home is a great way to help a large, open floor plan feel more cohesive. The stone-colored mosaic tile that stretches above the two-story fireplace can also be seen on an adjacent feature wall.
With its warm undertones, the pale gray color palette mellows out the more modern, linear furniture. I love this idea!
20. Streamlined Simplicity
Wood-burning fireplaces have to have ventilation, but that is not the case with electric ones. Some people will build out a three-dimensional frame around an electric model to mimic the effect of the wood-burning style, but you don’t have to.
In this modern, masculine space, large rectangular gray porcelain tiles frame an electric unit and bring a sleek, sophisticated flair to the design.
21. Ahead of The Curve
I love how the soft lines and curves help this family room feel relaxed and inviting, even with its vibrant colors and busy patterns. An arched metal fireplace insert with these intricately engraved designs evokes a Victorian era feel.
This detail work is enhanced even more by the two-toned indigo and cerulean tile surround, which features a petal design made of interlocking circles. Just gorgeous!
22. Into The Woods
Natural materials are everywhere in this soothing sitting room. The rustic wooden mantle is stained in the same honey hues as the ceiling beams spanning the ceiling at a perpendicular angle.
The rough texture in the beams can also be found in decorative elements like a wicker pendant light and sheer sisal roller shades. The multi-textural honeycomb mosaic tiles also look like wood, but they are actually crafted out of marble!
23. A New Spin on An Old Classic
This stylish California home is such a wonderful example of midcentury modern architecture, and it’s been made even better by thoughtful decor choices. Though the furniture might not be original, they are well-made contemporary reproductions.
Pieces like a silver chrome arc lamp, upholstered swivel lounge chairs, and a plush sheepskin area rug are totally spot-on for the time period. The straight, stacked tile layout is another hallmark of midcentury design.
While navy blue isn’t typically found in that color palette, it plays beautifully off the orange undertones in the polished hardwood floors.
24. Luxury Fireplace Design
This electric fireplace is surprisingly affordable and so luxurious. Antiqued mirrored panels frame a faux marble facade that is both beautiful and super budget-friendly.
The shiny frame is complemented by decorative mirror mosaic jars that rest on top of the mantel. Objects like a tripod-style floor lamp and a large abstract vase complete this contemporary room.
25. Floor To Ceiling Fireplace Tiling
One of the most compelling features of this home is the ornamental carved stone fireplace. Sometimes marble is prone to developing orange stains because of the minerals it contains.
You can remove this kind of discoloration with a poultice of baking soda and water, but some people prefer to leave it because it adds a nice patina. Because orange and blue are opposites on the color wheel, the shiny navy ceramic tile brings that rusty hue out even more.
26. New England Nautical
This elegant sitting room offers a peek at a more formal version of coastal style. Couches with two-toned taupe stripes are a reference to Breton shirts, which are an iconic nautical fashion choice.
Heavy sailcloth curtains subtly complement the sailboat print resting on the stately, oversized mantelpiece. A patterned throw rug rounds out the design with its pretty pops of ocean blue.
27. Books, Bricks and Brass
I have to admit, I love a maximalist interior design style when it’s not cluttered and overdone. These massive built-in shelves provide plenty of storage for books, plants, and quirky tchotchkes.
An outdated brick hearth gets a fresh face with some creamy white paint that complements the ceramic tile feature wall. A brass-framed circular mirror and matching ceiling spotlights add such a great warmth and character to the design.
28. Fireplace Stone Tile
If you love the ambiance of a fire but aren’t a fan of the effort it takes to build one, an electric fireplace could be a great option to explore. If your living room is wide and slim, a linear electric fireplace can help you make the most of your space.
The three-dimensional slate tile surrounding this wall-mounted unit gives an interesting architectural element to the space.
29. Back To The Beach
A color palette with white, beige, and various shades of blue is so perfectly suited for a casual coastal living room. The miniature blue and white glass mosaic tiles on the fireplace face are reminiscent of sea glass.
The honey-colored tones on the slim wood mantel and adjacent waterfall table infuse the whole space with lovely touches of warmth.
30. The Bold and The Beautiful
Choosing a really distinctive tile is such an easy way to add some punch to decor that is otherwise simple and understated. The shape and coloration of these indigo and silver fan glass mosaic tiles remind me of fish scales.
The subtle sea-inspired theme is reinforced by a framed painting of a beach that is centered perfectly in the overmantel.
31. Reach For The Stars
Fresh and fun finishes and decor can totally refresh a stuffy formal living room and bring in an air of youthful exuberance. A classic, traditional fireplace mantel gets a facelift here with the addition of contemporary black and white starburst tiles.
Objects like a gold medallion mirror and a blanket ladder with a tufted throw give this space a wonderful international boho vibe.
32. Collaborative Cultures
The Moroccan style of interior design is usually characterized by busy patterns, jewel-toned colors, and intricate ornamentation. This polished parlor offers a contemporary Westernized spin on a traditional form of Middle Eastern decor.
The rough-hewn elongated hexagon tiles on the fireplace face are classically Moroccan in style, even if not in color choice. These decorative touches continue through the space in pieces like a medallion throw pillow and a ceramic garden stool.
33. Start Your Own Tradition
Carrara marble and a custom tapered drywall chase breathe new life into a living room that was once dated.
The built-in bookshelves that flank the revamped fireplace have a traditional feel to them, which is amplified even more by classic furniture like a sock arm couch and a massive coffee table with mitered corners. So lovely!
34. Elegant and Eclectic
In eclectic interior design, furniture and accessories from different styles and eras come together to craft a one-of-a-kind space.
With its combination of a tufted diamond-patterned rug, woven chairs, and lots of greenery, the seating area has a chilled-out boho vibe.
The area around the hearth has more of a traditional feel with its deep charcoal walls, herringbone tile, and framed antique art. Even with the mishmash of styles, this space is still so harmonious.
35. Make It Work
As more people begin to work from home, our living rooms have had to become multifunctional spaces that can also be a home office. Positioning your desk with a striking feature wall behind you will make you the envy of every Zoom meeting, right?!
The black grout surrounding this elongated hexagon tile feels so cohesive with the black shiplap walls. An abstract black and white painting continues the color story, while the blonde wood mantel keeps the space from feeling too severe.
36. Get Inspired By Nature
The expansive picture windows in this peaceful parlor overlook so much lush greenery. In turn, that picturesque view has inspired the interior decor in this space.
The eco-friendly bamboo flooring that extends throughout the room just gleams in the natural light pouring in through the windows. Meanwhile, the natural stone lining the chimney breast has a wonderful Zen-like quality.
37. Casual Luxury
There’s a common misconception that high-end design has to be stiff and formal. This upscale lounge shows that a single space can be relaxed and refined at the same time.
The tufted arms of the cadet blue chesterfield sofa and the subtle sheen of the stone mosaic tile feel posh and premium, while the birch wood mantel and coordinating open shelves have a great sense of ease.
38. Dark Dichotomy
Wraparound picture windows from floor to ceiling fill this modern cabin with so much natural light, creating an opportunity to play with darker and more dramatic decor.
The space is anchored by a stunning modern fireplace that features faceted three-dimensional pentagons and hexagons.
The subtle sheen on the black metallic ceramic tilework has such an elegant look, especially when you pair it with the gold finish on the abstract modular light fixture. Perfection!
39. International Intrigue
Most people know the word “arabesque” as a body position in ballet, but it also refers to the style of tile you see here. The word is French in origin and translates to “in the Arabic style,” as the shape is a fundamental motif of Islamic art.
This arabesque layout feels particularly chic because of its monochromatic tile and grout and that glamorous glazed sheen.
40. Beauty Never Fades
This stylish Southwestern home has such an alluring earthiness thanks to some thoughtfully chosen decor. Not only is this hexagonal Saltillo tile incredibly durable, but its patina also infuses the space with so much character and warmth.
That lived-in look is enhanced by the distressed throw rug with hints of orange and blue. A piece of abstract wall art brings additional color and brightness to the space and helps it feel more contemporary.
41. Go To The Matte
As the modern farmhouse style of decor has gotten more popular, more and more people are embracing walls with horizontal planks of wood in a style known as shiplap.
Traditionally, shiplap walls have a matte or flat finish for a more homespun feel. The pattern on these encaustic porcelain tiles hints at a Middle Eastern-inspired influence, but their matte finish helps them slot seamlessly right into the space.
42. Retro Retreat
This charming coastal cottage is just packed with vintage appeal. A lot of people don’t realize this, but a wood-burning stove can be connected to a class one chimney for ventilation.
This antique stove is tucked into a firebox that has been updated with sapphire blue herringbone tiles. This niche is topped by a piece of reclaimed wood that serves as a rustic mantel.
Classic wingback chairs have a beachy feel thanks to their blue and white upholstery.
43. Things Are Looking Up
If you are decorating a room without a lot of square footage, installing horizontal tile can make it feel wider and more spacious. On the other hand, if a room has low ceilings, vertical tile can make it look a lot loftier.
The matte black vertical tiles here elongate this living area, especially when they are paired with floor-to-ceiling windows.
44. Modern Farmhouse Living Room with Boho Vibe
You can give your modern farmhouse a fun and youthful twist by including some bohemian-influenced decor.
Certain items in this space fall squarely into one design style, the patterned cement tile and tufted pillows are distinctly boho, but a reclaimed wood mantel is pure farmhouse.
Other objects embody both styles. Most notably, the ornate scrollwork on the decorative window arch has a bohemian vibe while its corrugated metal siding has a total farmhouse flair.
45. Accentuate Your Architecture
Vaulted ceilings give this family room a lovely, airy quality that lends itself so well to coastal interior decor.
Built-in bookcases maximize the usable vertical space in this room, and their bluish-gray hue has a beachy vibe that you can see again in the wicker dome pendant light.
A driftwood mantel brings some dimensionality to the space and creates a needed sense of separation between the hearth and the television.
46. White Subway Tiling For Simple Fireplace
This breezy beach house keeps things simple with bright white walls and neutral decor. With such a simple color palette, it is important to include multiple textures to keep the space from feeling too stark.
The glossy white tiles on the chimney breast look even sleeker when they are paired with a rough jute rug and a woven wicker basket.
47. A Breath of Fresh Air
It’s not uncommon for a fireplace to be flanked by floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving. Here, two square windows on either side of the chimney breast create an additional light source that helps the space feel so much lighter.
Open shelving provides more storage but keeps the space streamlined and simple. I really love this idea.
48. Set The Mood
Even if you hate the hassle of building a fire, you don’t have to let this feature go unused. Staging candles inside the firebox allows you to recreate the ambiance of a glowing fire without all of the effort.
Over a dozen pillar candles in varying heights create a staggeringly romantic display in this sleek monochromatic sitting room. So pretty!
49. Break Away From The Pack
While modern farmhouse design is known for features like shiny stainless surfaces and a mostly white color palette, the industrial version can be a little rough around the edges.
Industrial farmhouse blends darker metals like the ones in these iron arched windows with more organic touches like these unfinished wood beams.
Painting the brick surround the same shade as the walls can preserve the texture and make it feel more contemporary.
50. Cozy and Comforting Colors
Vanilla has a reputation for being bland and uninspired, but the creamy tones in this restful room give a compelling counterargument.
Whitewashed bricks meld in seamlessly with the decorative woodworking, while a plush beige floor rug softens the space even more. Marble topped tables with gold legs give just a hint of glam.
51. Tabula Rasa
Painting walls, trim, railings, and the surround a bright and brilliant shade of white transforms this townhouse into a blank canvas.
The glass mosaic tiles in various shades of gray add visual interest without straying away from the neutral color palette.
Unique furniture selections like a midcentury leather safari chair with a goldenrod throw pillow stand out even more against the understated backdrop.
52. Elegant Living Room Fireplace
A warm color palette and traditional architecture and decor come together in this updated take on a Southern Colonial-style home. Chinoiserie is a European imitation of East Asian art that was popular in the American South during colonial times.
The bright yellow orchids erupting from a pair of matching black Chinoiserie plant stands complement the buttery undertones in the painted walls.
Wicker furniture was also commonly used in Southern Colonial homes, so the wicker weave tile gives a nod to that classic inspiration.
53. Wall-To-Wall Wow Factor
If you discover a tile that is truly stunning, you shouldn’t feel like you need to limit it to just your fireplace surround. In this chic living room, gorgeous sapphire blue arabesque tiles stretch up to the base of the mantel and then span the walls on either side.
If you are only tiling the lower part of a wall, capping it off with chair rail molding helps the room feel much more well-defined.
54. Try Out New Textures
This cozy common room brings together various colors and consistencies to establish a comfortable, homey vibe. The chimney breast that extends above the mantel features oak planks with visible texture painted in a deep, rich shade of brown.
The same wood has been used to construct custom built-in bookcases that frame the hearth. The gray and white basketweave tile on the face introduces a contrasting textural element that I love.
55. Black Tile Fireplace in Cute Bungalow
If your fireplace is located in an interior wall that isn’t load-bearing, taking down the walls around it can really open up your home. This bijou bungalow would feel segmented and cramped with a full wall.
This freestanding fire feature still separates the space but makes it a lot more functional. The wall looks like it’s made of painted brick, but it’s actually wrapped in handmade matte glazed tiles.
56. Large Black Tiles Around Fireplace with White Surround
Revitalizing your home doesn’t have to be difficult and sometimes all you need are a few cans of paint. This living area once featured drab walls, a faded oak mantel, and peach ceramic tiles.
Sanding down the mantel and painting it the same crisp white as the walls immediately made this space feel more modern. After cleaning and sanding the ceramic tile, matte black paint was applied for a graphic look.
When you’re painting ceramic tiles, use latex, acrylic latex, or enamel paint for the most long-lasting effect.
57. Secondhand Nature
A collection of well-curated vintage decor items helps this retro room feel warm and welcoming.
Features like a graphic wall print of a bird and a dynamic midcentury modern wall sculpture are inspired by nature, as is the fire screen with its geometric abstract mountain adornments. The warm orange hue of the rustic glazed tiles magnifies the room’s midcentury aura.
58. Simple Tiling with White Surround
The Arts and Crafts era of interior design placed a heavy emphasis on craftsmanship and simplicity while drawing inspiration from nature. This early 1900s home has been redecorated in a minimalist style that still preserves some of the original details.
Originally, features like a carved mantelpiece and under-window wainscoting would have been stained a warm, chestnut hue. Painting them bright white is a simple way to modernize this space while honoring its history.
