Fireplace Buildout & Holiday Season: Create a Cozy Focal Point for Fall and Winter Gatherings
As September rolls in, the holiday season begins to take shape across the U.S. From spooky Halloween decorations in October to the twinkling lights and joyful gatherings of Christmas in December, it’s a time when homes are filled with warmth, laughter, and memories in the making. And at the heart of these cherished moments often lies one key feature: the Fireplace Buildout.
Whether designed with painted shiplap, stone, wood accents, or modern panels, a custom-built fireplace media wall transforms from an everyday design feature into a seasonal centerpiece—a place where family and friends come together.
A Gathering Place for Family & Friends
Your fireplace buildout isn’t just a wall—it’s where the magic happens.
Imagine:
Cozy nights watching classic holiday films on the TV above the fireplace
The glow of the fire as family gathers after dinner
Guests arriving and instantly gravitating toward this beautiful, inviting focal point
Avileve’s media wall solutions are fully customizable, whether you want the crisp look of white shiplap, the rustic texture of natural stone, or a bold, dark modern finish with niches and lighting.
The Mantel Becomes a Holiday Stage
The wood mantel we install above every fireplace isn’t just for style—it becomes your home’s holiday showcase.
Use it to:
Hang Christmas stockings for the kids
Display framed family photos
Decorate with candles, garlands, ornaments, and more
It’s more than décor—it’s tradition. And it’s ready for every season, year after year.
A Bench for Decor, Niches for Magic
Many of our best-selling fireplace walls include a built-in bench beneath the fireplace, often accented with stained wood. This area is perfect for:
Holiday decorations
Displaying candles, figurines, or pine-scented arrangements
Cozy baskets with blankets and pillows
For clients who choose to upgrade, we can add open shelving or built-in niches with soft LED lighting—perfect for:
Ceramic houses and nativity scenes
Festive dishware and books
Curated winter displays
Fire, Film, and Family
Our most popular buildout includes:
A TV up to 85 inches
A 60-inch electric fireplace
A 72-inch solid wood mantel
Clean vertical layout with shiplap or stone from floor to ceiling
This setup delivers the full experience: warmth from the fireplace, your favorite movies on the screen, and the ultimate family space during the holidays.
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Why Now is the Perfect Time to Build Your Fireplace Wall
Fall is the busiest season for fireplace installations—everyone wants their home ready before Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Now is the best time to schedule your buildout and enjoy:
Classic white shiplap finishes
Natural stacked stone looks
Floating shelves, side cabinets, and custom niches
Painted options in rich seasonal tones
Fully tailored builds to match your style and layout
Where We Work
Avileve’s skilled design-build teams operate across the U.S., including:
Colorado (Denver, Boulder, Castle Rock)
Florida (Orlando, Tampa, Daytona Beach)
Illinois (Chicago and suburbs)
California (Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area)
Maryland and Washington, D.C.
Texas
North Carolina
…with more cities coming soon.
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Ready to Warm Up Your Holidays?
Let us help you create the fireplace you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you’re aiming for cozy, classic, or contemporary, we’ll build a custom media wall that fits your home and your holiday traditions.
Request an estimate today and have your new fireplace ready in time for the season.
Versión en español
Durante la temporada festiva en los Estados Unidos, una chimenea con diseño personalizado (fireplace buildout) se convierte en el corazón del hogar. Ya sea con revestimiento de madera (shiplap) o piedra, este centro decorativo permite reunir a toda la familia, decorar con calcetines navideños, velas y recuerdos especiales. Es una inversión no solo en el diseño de tu hogar, sino en crear memorias inolvidables durante las fiestas.
A custom Shiplap Fireplace Buildout in Denver, Colorado – featuring a 60” electric fireplace, wood shelves, soundbar integration, crown molding, and seamless factory-quality painting.