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The Green Scene in Canoga Park, CA

Nothing does a better job of anchoring an outdoor living room than an authentic outdoor fireplace. In this article, Garden Artisan Scott Cohen shares design and construction insights from over 20 years of high-end residential experience.

The Green Scene in Canoga Park, CA

Outdoor fireplaces continue to grow in popularity with the outdoor room boom fueling the fire. Magazines and web-publishers frequently post beautiful photos of large stone fireplaces and homeowners are now demanding fire places, not just fire pits in their outdoor living rooms.

VIDEO: FIREPLACES & FIRE PITS

Get tips on how to choose between a fireplace and firepit. Designer/contractor Scott Cohen from Los Angeles takes you to several projects to get ideas and explains how he selects one over the other. — Length: 03:49

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There is a certain romantic ambiance that surrounds an outdoor fireplace. The glow of the flickering flame invites guests to sit down, relax and enjoy life. Properly designed fire features encourage conversation and sooth the soul. Design and installation of these popular features can be lucrative, but be sure to educate yourself on the proper construction techniques beforehand to avoid costly mistakes.