If you've had a fireplace in your home at some point, you know how hard it is to live without one. While their original use was functional, today's fireplaces [1] go far beyond keeping you warm (although they still do a great job at that). From indoor to outdoor to gas to wood, choosing a fireplace design comes with its fair share of options these days. And contemporary fireplaces, which are quickly growing in popularity, are seriously a piece of art. Don't believe us? Keep reading for contemporary fireplace designs that will make you want to spruce up your living space [2] ASAP.