Outdoor fireplace on the terrace
An attractive outdoor fireplace will transform any terrace into an elegant outdoor living room. Fire is conducive to relaxation, gathers household members around its glow and gives a unique sense of security. The architect Kamila Macudzińska from the ARCHIPELAG Design Studio talks about the possibilities and advantages of outdoor fireplaces.
A lot of advantages
The terrace, diversified with a shapely, external fireplace, is an extremely attractive extension of the relaxation area - it is a perfect place for relaxation and recreation - it allows you to enjoy the proximity of the garden, savor the beauty of shrubs and flowers and spend time with family and friends. Terrace fireplaces, in addition to their decorative function, can act as a stove or grill. The heat flowing from the flames will warm the household members on colder evenings, ensuring comfortable rest also in the off-season. In turn, in the summer, live fire will effectively protect against insect attacks. If the fireplace is to be used for grilling, it should be equipped with an additional grate. An interesting solution are fireplaces in the shape of a circle, in which the fuel is placed at the top - with such a fireplace you can feel like at a bonfire - suggests an architect from the ARCHIPELAG Design Studio.
Chic and cozy charm
External fireplaces adjacent to the walls of single-family houses are not only practical, but also a very important and characteristic element of the building's architecture - they give the building an elegant appearance and emphasize its cozy character. There are fireplaces in a variety of styles available on the market - from very simple and modern to sophisticated and stylized for bygone eras. It is worth remembering that the form of the fireplace arrangement should correspond to the architectural concept of the entire building.
High functionality
When deciding on an outdoor fireplace, you should follow the same rules as when building fireplaces located inside the house. In the place of its foundation, a foundation of adequate strength must be made. The foundation slab of the fireplace should be at the same height as the continuous footing of the external wall. It is worth remembering that the height of the chimney should be adapted to the size of the hearth. The comfort of using an outdoor fireplace is greatly influenced by its location relative to the cardinal directions and the direction of the wind, which is most common in a given area. If the chimney will protrude beyond the roof slope by more than 1.5 m, it is good to think about additional reinforcement that will protect it from strong winds. Another advantageous option is the use of a wind shield. When looking for economical solutions, it is worth considering the possibility of connecting the chimney risers of an external fireplace with an internal fireplace - advises an architect from the ARCHIPELAG Design Studio.
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A cozy asylum
The terrace equipped with an outdoor fireplace is an excellent proposition for people looking for atmospheric spaces. The unique charm produced by warm flames will spice up evening meetings with family and friends and build an intimate atmosphere of romantic moments. If we plan at least a partial roof over the terrace, we will be able to enjoy this unique atmosphere also during rainy weather - sums up the architect Kamila Macudzińska.
