9. Elegant French Country
Bring the romance of the French countryside into your living room with this elegant design. The fireplace base is constructed from soft, cream-colored limestone with curved, arched detailing around the firebox. The mantle is an ornate, hand-carved wooden shelf painted in a distressed antique white. Above, the shiplap is painted in a delicate, dusty French blue or a soft lavender-gray, adding a whisper of color to the room.
To complete the French Country look, decorate the mantle with a gilded, ornate mirror, crystal candlesticks, and a vase of dried lavender. This design is perfect for formal living spaces where you want to create an atmosphere of refined, old-world elegance and gentle romance.