hearth
Return of the Hearth
In the philosophy of Arts & Crafts, the fireplace is idealized as the centerpiece of family life: hearth and home.
Heating Fixes (that don't require starting over)
Heating an old house is a balancing act; even those built in the 20th century may have aging, inefficient systems.
Arts & Crafts Around the Hearth
Browse an eye-opening list of specialist products and manufacturers to beautify the hearth (and discreetly distribute heat), all suitable for bungalows, Craftsman-era homes, and those of the Arts & Crafts Revival.
A Face for the Fireplace
Fireplaces are the heart of a home and the focal point of a room. Consider scale, material, and especially craftsmanship for your new hearth.
Creating an Art Tile Fireplace
A bland and damaged surround is remade with a period tile installation—and it becomes a stylish focal point.
Batchelder Tile Then & Now
With impeccable Arts & Crafts credentials and a penchant for medieval ideas of handcraft, Ernest Batchelder made tiles that continue to influence California design. These beautiful designs have been revived.