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The Hot Take on Where Should Your Fireplace Actually Go

Let’s be honest: a custom home without a fireplace is like a Southern biscuit without butter. It’s fine, but we all know something’s missing. At Prime Custom Homes, we spend a lot of time dreaming about floor plans. And the one question that always sparks a heated debate (pun absolutely intended) is: "Where do we put the fireplace?" Back in the day, you just stuck it on the biggest wall and called it a day. But this is a custom home! We’ve got options. Let’s look at the best spots to park your hearth so your home feels like a warm hug.

The "Main Squeeze" (Great Room Central)

This is the classic. Placing the fireplace in the center of your living or great room creates an instant focal point. It’s where the Christmas stockings hang, where the dog naps, and where everyone gravitates during a party.

• Prime Tip: If you’re a "TV over the fireplace" person, make sure we plan for the wiring and the mantle height early so you aren't straining your neck to watch the big game!

The "Double Agent" (The See-Through Fireplace)

Want to be the coolest house on the block? Put a double-sided fireplace between your dining room and living room. It defines the spaces without blocking the view, and you get two rooms of ambiance for the price of one. It’s efficient, it’s chic, and it’s a total conversation starter.

The "Master Retreat" (Bedroom Bliss)

Who says fireplaces are only for guests? Imagine curling up with a book and a glass of wine in your own primary suite with a flickering flame at the foot of the bed. It turns a bedroom into a five-star spa retreat. Warning: You may never actually want to leave your room.

The "Indoor-Outdoor" Connection

In a Prime Custom Home, we love a good porch. Placing a fireplace on an exterior wall with an opening to your outdoor living space allows you to enjoy those crisp evenings without actually freezing. It’s the ultimate way to extend your "patio season" well into the fall.

Things to Consider Before We Lay the First Brick:

Consideration	Why It Matters
Furniture Layout	Don't let the hearth dictate a weird sofa angle. We plan for "traffic flow."
Window Placement	You don't want to sacrifice a killer view just for a chimney!
Type of Fire	Gas, electric, or wood-burning? Each has different venting needs.

The Prime Custom Touch

At Prime Custom Homes, we don't do "cookie-cutter." We look at how you live. Do you host big Thanksgiving dinners? You might want that fireplace in the dining room. Are you a minimalist? Maybe a sleek, linear wall-mount unit in the office is your vibe.

Whatever you choose, we ensure the masonry, the venting, and the design are high-performance and high-style. Ready to start the spark? Your dream home is waiting, and it’s looking a little chilly without a fireplace.

By Prime Custom Builders Staff 12-1-2025