Fireplace Tile

I’ve always wanted a traditional fireplace and fought hard to have one in River House. It was going to look something like this but the marble would be tile. However, the dimensions of the space prevented that idea. Instead, the fireplace surround would be all tile. We got to see the tile being laid yesterday. Once grouted, we think it will look fantastic.

Fireplace tile; personal collection

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