Nothing extends your outdoor season like a fire feature. In Atlanta's mild climate, a fireplace or fire pit means you can enjoy your backyard from early spring through late fall—and on crisp winter evenings too. Here are 15 ideas to inspire your project.
Year-Round Use
Extend your outdoor season into cooler months
Adds Value
A standout feature buyers love
Gathering Spot
A natural anchor for outdoor entertaining
Outdoor Fireplace Ideas
1. Stacked Stone Screened-Porch Fireplace
A floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace turns a screened porch into a true outdoor room. Pair it with a mounted TV above the mantel—like our recent Atlanta project—for the ultimate gathering space that's usable in any weather.
2. Gas Fireplace with Stone Surround
Gas fireplaces offer instant, mess-free ambiance with the flip of a switch. No hauling wood, no ash cleanup—ideal for busy families who want fire on demand.
3. Wood-Burning Fireplace with Chimney
For purists, nothing beats the crackle and aroma of a real wood fire. A masonry wood-burning fireplace with a proper chimney makes a dramatic patio centerpiece.
4. Double-Sided See-Through Fireplace
Position a see-through fireplace between a covered porch and an open patio so you can enjoy the flames from both sides—perfect for entertaining in multiple zones.
5. Brick Fireplace with Built-In Wood Storage
Classic brick with integrated niches for stacked firewood adds both function and rustic charm to a Southern backyard.
6. Modern Linear Fireplace
A long, low gas fireplace with a clean concrete or stucco surround suits contemporary Atlanta homes and creates a sleek focal point.
7. Outdoor Fireplace with Pizza Oven
Combine a fireplace with a built-in pizza oven for a hardworking outdoor kitchen feature that's the star of every gathering.
Fire Pit Ideas
8. Built-In Gas Fire Pit
A permanent gas fire pit set into a paver patio offers clean, controllable flames with no smoke—great for homeowners who want low-maintenance ambiance.
9. Wood-Burning Stone Fire Pit
A round stacked-stone fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs is the quintessential backyard gathering spot. Affordable and timeless.
10. Fire Pit with Built-In Seating Wall
Surround your fire pit with a curved seat wall in matching stone or pavers—it provides ample seating and defines the space beautifully.
11. Sunken Fire Pit Lounge
A recessed conversation pit with built-in benches creates an intimate, sheltered gathering area—ideal for sloped Atlanta lots.
12. Fire Table
A gas fire table doubles as a coffee or dining table with a flame down the center. Stylish, functional, and a favorite for smaller patios.
Creative Combinations
13. Fire Feature with Water Feature
Pairing fire and water—such as a fire pit beside a fountain or a fire-and-water bowl combo—creates a stunning, resort-style backyard.
14. Poolside Fire Bowls
Raised fire bowls flanking a pool deck add drama and warmth, extending poolside lounging into the cooler evenings.
15. Fireplace Anchoring an Outdoor Living Room
Build a full outdoor living room around a fireplace—weatherproof sofas, a rug, lighting, and overhead heaters—for a space that rivals any indoor den.
Gas vs. Wood: Which Is Right for You?
- Gas: Instant on/off, no smoke, no cleanup, easy to use—but requires a gas line and offers less crackle.
- Wood: Authentic ambiance, aroma, and heat—but requires wood storage, produces smoke, and needs ash cleanup.
Fire Feature Cost in Atlanta
- Basic stone fire pit: $1,500-4,000
- Gas fire pit (built-in): $3,000-7,000
- Fire pit with seat wall: $5,000-12,000
- Outdoor fireplace (gas or wood): $8,000-20,000+
Let's Design Your Fire Feature
From stone screened-porch fireplaces to custom fire pits, Precision Outdoor Construction designs and builds fire features throughout Metro Atlanta. We'll help you choose the right style, fuel type, and materials to fit your backyard and budget.
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