SimpliFire x Hunker House Living Room Reveal

Urban Modern open space with high ceiling, white decor, low-profile seating and modern electric fireplace in slate hearth.

The pure simplicity of installing an electric fireplace is indisputable. Without the need for venting or a chimney, many electric models can simply be hung on the wall, plugged in to a standard outlet and away you go. But when we tasked the design team at Hunker to install an Allusion Platinum electric fireplace in their signature show home—aptly named Hunker House, located in Venice, California—we knew the results would be elegant, elevated and eye-catching.

The living room of Hunker’s tri-level loft was a ripe canvas for a modern-yet-cozy build-out DIY, documented in full on their blog.

Empty room prior to renovation with tall white walls, one small elevated window and bare floor.
The living room before.

With a design vision that was more “homey and custom,” the design team got to work on a hearth-style build-out before popping the Allusion Platinum into place.

Room renovation with cement hearth surround installed on blank wall prior to inserting modern electric fireplace.
With a minimal frame, the realistic-looking fire becomes the focal point of the space.

The elevation of the hearth places the fireplace off the ground and allows for bench seating on either side, perfect for a space that’s used for discussions and hangouts. And while not necessary for venting, the bump-out creates the illusion that the fireplace was built with the house. Win!

Modernistic cement surround houses electric fireplace with crystal media and orange flame in Urban Modern remodel.
Equal parts modern and traditional, the easy-to-install fireplace features a choice of ember and flame styles, plus the option to crank up the thermostat or enjoy sans heat.

With the fireplace as the focal point, the Hunker team rounded out the room’s look with light wood furniture, neutral artwork and a few nature-inspired touches. To shop the room’s furnishings—fireplace included—head to Hunker for the full scoop.

Looking for more design inspiration from Hunker’s expert design editors? Check out this Instagram Q + A on cozy decorating tips with Hunker’s Senior Lifestyle Editor Anna Gragert and Mandy Cheng, Principal and Owner of Mandy Cheng Design.

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