One of the benefits of having custom work done is that you can take the various components of a project into account ahead of time to figure out the proportions needed to make the whole design come together perfectly. In this case, the central section of the project was sized to accommodate the dimensions and requirements of the new gas fireplace, as well as the artwork above (which is actually a TV). I then designed and fabricated the built-ins and mantle to match those proportions and have the most efficient use of space for maximum storage.

Featuring inset flat-panel beveled shaker doors, beaded face frames, and chamfered columns, these built-ins and fireplace fill a once empty wall and really changed the feel of this room.

This is the “before” picture - all fireplace installation including framing, drywall, electrical, and the marble surround was handled by BTR Home Improvement and Construction (www.btrcustombuilders.com).

A while later I was back at that client’s home to discuss another project and got this shot of the fully decorated built-ins.