As you look around this living room, you’ll notice black sconces on the light grey wall. A green plant and black decor are placed on the white mantel of the fireplace. Consider placing a black bolster on the white coverlet to add some texture to the room.
36 Modern Fireplace Ideas That Will Spruce up Your Home
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Published: February 12, 2023
Updated: November 29, 2023
Are you looking for a few modern fireplace ideas that will spruce up your home while fitting your personal style and budget? Then you’ve come to the right place! Fireplace décor can be as simple as placing a gorgeous black vase on a wooden mantel or placing a black pitcher on a white hearth.
You can also take your fireplace décor to the next level by decorating for the seasons. Line up white lanterns and white pumpkins in front of a modern black fireplace in the fall for a cozy, contemporary look. Or perhaps you’d prefer the intricate look of small pine trees, vases of red berries, and a green garland draped over a wooden mantel from which black and white checkered stockings have been hung.
No matter what style you prefer, you’ll find ideas that will spark your creativity in this fabulous gallery of modern fireplace ideas. Keep reading and prepare to be inspired!
02 of Mirror, Black Candlesticks, and Branches on a Black Mantel
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This living room boasts light gray walls, a white shiplap fireplace wall, and a black rug on the warm wood floor. A mirror, black candlesticks, and branches in a glass vase are placed on the black mantel of the white fireplace. Green branches stand in a square bronze stand on the black herringbone hearth.
03 of Wicker Baskets and a White Subway Tile Fireplace
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A wicker basket filled with green foliage sits next to a white armchair in a living room with white walls. A second wicker basket filled with white blankets and pillows is placed on the other side of the white subway tile fireplace. A bouquet of white roses sits on a white coffee table on a beige rug on the warm wood floor.
04 of Bright Landscape Over a Bare Wood Mantel
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This living room boasts white walls, a white sofa, and a light gray rug. A bright landscape hangs over the bare wood mantel of a white shiplap fireplace. Two tall black lanterns are placed on the warm wood floor.
05 of White Candles in Gold Candlesticks on a White Mantel
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White candles in gold candlesticks line the white mantel behind a green garland in this moody living room. Tiny beige trees sit in front of a large bronze mirror leaning against the gray wall. Consider adding two small pine trees in antique canisters to create a vintage feel.
06 of Two Cozy Brown Chairs in Front of a White Fireplace
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This bedroom boasts dark gray walls and a gray shiplap fireplace wall. A green wreath hangs on two pictures placed on the white mantel between wooden candlesticks and a white lantern. Two cozy brown leather chairs sit on the beige rug in front of the fireplace.
07 of White Candlesticks Behind a Bright Green Garland
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This space boasts light gray walls, a gray door, and white trim. A round mirror and white candlesticks are placed on a black mantel behind a bright green garland. A large green houseplant in a wicker basket is placed on the beige tile hearth.
08 of Mirror Behind Flowering White Branches
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This living room features light gray walls and floating wood shelves. A mirror hangs on the white fireplace wall behind flowering white branches. A pink garland hangs from the white mantel over a gray beanbag chair on a white rug on the warm wood floor.
09 of Large Red Jingle Bells, a Red Lantern, and White Candles
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A TV hangs on a gray stone fireplace wall on a light gray living room wall. Large red jingle bells, green pine trees, and evergreen swags are placed on the light wood hearth. Pine cones, white candles, and a red lantern sit on the gray wood floor next to the hearth.
10 of Wooden Candlesticks and Green Branches on a White Mantel
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This living room features off-white walls and a white rug on the warm wood floor. Wooden candlesticks and green branches in a white vase are placed on the white mantel. A white blanket in a wicker basket sits on the gray hearth.
11 of Black Vase on a Wooden Mantel Above a Wicker Basket
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As you walk towards this fireplace, you’ll notice a black sconce hanging on a white vertical shiplap living room wall. A black TV hangs above a black vase on the wooden mantel. A white chair and a small tree are placed on the light wood floor next to a wicker basket on the black tile hearth.
12 of Brass Candlesticks and a Green Plant on a White Mantel
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A gold sconce hangs over the TV a white living room wall. Brass candle sticks and a green plant in a beige pot sit on the white mantel, while a green houseplant is placed on the white hearth next to the beige carpet.
13 of Tiny Gold Houses on a Wood Mantel
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Tiny illuminated houses are placed along the wood mantel of a white shiplap fireplace wall underneath a green wreath and two gold sconces. Two tiny trees covered with white lights sit in white baskets on the beige tile hearth. Small oval pictures hang above a warm wood floor to the side of the fireplace.
14 of Festive, White Modern Fireplace Ideas
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This festive living room features white walls and a white fireplace. A bronze horn, green wreath, and bronze bells hang from a mirror above the white mantel covered with gold candlesticks. White stockings dangle over the fireplace next to a full green garland covered with white berries and pinecones.
15 of White Fireplace Mantel With Heart Garland
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Wooden beads and pink fabric hearts are strung together to form a garland hanging from a white mantel mounted on a white shiplap wall. A wood-framed sign accessorizes the mantel, along with black metal candlesticks and a glass vase filled with eucalyptus leaves. A wicker basket filled with a knit pink blanket is set on the white brick hearth below.
16 of White Stockings and a Full Green Garland
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This living room boasts a flatscreen TV on a light gray wall, long white curtains, and a white carpet. Two gold candlesticks and a full green garland sit on the white mantel above white stockings. Two brown poufs are placed in front of the black fireplace.
17 of Knit Stockings Hanging from Wood Stocking Holders
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A green garland is draped over a stone mantel in front of a mirror in a gold frame leaning against an off-white living room wall. Beige stockings hang from wood stocking holders for fireplace mantels, and a small pine tree sits on the stone hearth near the dark wood floor.
18 of Valentine’s Decor and a Black-paneled Accent Wall
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As you enter this living room, you’ll notice the Valentine’s Day signs on a black-paneled accent wall behind a tall white tree with red ornaments. Red berries on a green garland are draped over the black mantel. Consider placing a basket of red and white striped pillows on the warm wood floor to add to the Valentine’s Day decor.
19 of Evergreen Branches in a Large Brown Vase
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This bedroom features a flatscreen TV on a white fireplace wall above the gray stone fireplace. Evergreen branches are placed on a large brown vase to the side of the wood mantel. A white armchair sits on a grey rug nearby.
20 of White Lanterns, White Pumpkins, and a Black Fireplace
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This living room boasts white walls, slanted ceilings with dark wood beams, and a dark wood floor. White lanterns and white pumpkins are lined up in front of the black fireplace near dried branches in a large white vase. A green garland is draped over the light wood mantel.
21 of Piles of Books Surrounding a Round Mirror
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This living room boasts white walls, a comfortable white armchair, and a gray rug on the angled dark wood floor. Two black sconces hang on each side of a round mirror surrounded by white decor placed on piles of books on the white mantel. A heavy brown lamp sits on a black display cabinet.
22 of Black Pitcher on a White Hearth
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As you enter this living room, you’ll notice a black wagon wheel chandelier hanging above a light gray rug. A black TV hangs above the white fireplace. You may wish to place a black pitcher on the white hearth to add some decor to the room.
23 of Modern and Organic Décor on a White Mantel
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A round, gold-framed mirror hangs on a white bedroom wall above a black fireplace. Two small black houses, a houseplant, books, and branches in a tall beige vase sit on the white mantel. Gray pillows are placed in a wicker basket on the white hearth.
24 of Gold Sun Mirror and Green Branches in a White Vase
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A gold sunburst mirror hangs on a white fireplace wall in the living room with a light gray sofa. Green branches stick up from a large white vase on the light wood mantel. Two white armchairs are placed in front of the fireplace on the dark wood floor.
25 of Orange and White Pumpkins on a White Mantel
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Orange and white pumpkins are strewn over the white mantel of a gray and white plaid fireplace. A white sign hangs on the white shiplap fireplace wall, while a wooden crate is placed on the white hearth. A black and white checkered pillow sits on a thick knit blanket on a beige rug on the dark wood floor.
26 of Black Sconce Above Open White Shelves Near a Fireplace
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This modern farmhouse living room boasts white walls and a dark gray rug on the light wood floor. A black sconce hangs above open white shelves next to a black TV leaning against a white shiplap fireplace wall. The wooden mantel is left bare.
27 of Modern Fireplace Ideas Include Festive Checkered Stockings
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If you’re looking for modern fireplace ideas, think about placing two small pine trees and red berries on a light wood mantel draped with a green garland. Hang black and white checkered stockings in front of the white herringbone fireplace. Consider adding black and white checkered cones on the hearth to continue the festive checkered motif.
28 of Festive Green Garland and White Stockings
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This festive living room boasts white walls and a white rug on the light wood floor. Green wreaths hang in the middle of a gray entertainment center. White stockings dangle in front of a white herringbone fireplace, while a green garland covers the gray mantel.
29 of Mirrors Leaning Against a Shiplap Fireplace
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This living room features mirrors leaning against a shiplap fireplace between two white shelving units. A houseplant in a white pot and a white candle sit on small piles of books, while a green garland is draped over the dark wood mantel.
30 of Valentine’s Decor on White Brick Fireplace Platform
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This neutral living room includes a cream-colored sectional and a studded beige ottoman. A white brick fireplace platform is accessorized with Valentine’s decor. A strand of tassels and garland is draped over the mantel.
31 of White Fireplace in Minimalist Living Room
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Subtle Christmas decorations are arranged throughout a minimalist living room with a white fireplace. A gray and wood chair sits beside a rack of chopped wood. Circular framed mirror is placed atop the fireplace mantel with pine garland.
32 of Beige Stockings Hanging From a Long Branch
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As you gaze at this fireplace, you’ll be greeted by bright stars hanging from the ceiling in front of gold mirrors and signs. Two brown twine trees sit on the white mantel while gold presents and small pine trees are placed on the mantel. Consider hanging beige stockings from a long stick to add a rustic feel to the room.
33 of Stunning Landscape Above a Rustic Wood Mantel
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This simple living room boasts a stunning landscape picture hanging on a white shiplap fireplace wall. Two glass bottles are placed on the rustic wood mantel. A tall tree in a wicker basket stands on the warm wood floor next to the black fireplace.
34 of Three-leaf Clover Banner and Bright Green Foliage
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Two white armchairs sit in front of a white fireplace in a living room with white walls. A candle in green glass is placed on a black side table between the chairs. Bright green foliage and white decor are placed on a white mantel from which hangs a three-leaf clover banner.
35 of Sunflowers in a Black Frame Surrounded by a Gold Frame
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A picture of sunflowers in a black frame surrounded by a gold frame hangs on the light gray, board and batten fireplace wall. Pink, gold, and green branches are placed in a black bottle on the white hearth. Two white armchairs are set in front of the black fireplace to create a cozy place to rest.
36 of White Plantation Shutter Treatments for Window
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White and gray hexagon tile fireplace with white trim is flanked by white plantation shutter treatments for window. The fireplace faces a gray studded sectional couch paired with a white shiplap floor shelf coffee table.
