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Fire Features
The Reason to Stay Outside.
A fire feature is what pulls a family outside on a cool November evening. We design and build masonry fireplaces, fire pits, and integrated hearths that read as architecture for the patio — not as hardware bolted to it.
Approach
How we draw and build fire features.
Every fire feature we draw is masonry-first. Fireboxes are constructed from refractory brick, flue and chimney runs are sized for proper draft, and the surround is clad in stone or brick that ties the feature to the home. Gas, wood-burning, and dual-fuel options are all available.
“Every fire feature we draw is masonry-first.”
We coordinate the gas line, ventilation, and any required permits as part of the build. Most fire features take four to six weeks of dedicated mason time once the patio is laid.
Field photograph · Fire Features
What we offer
The work, in its parts.
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Outdoor fireplaces
Full masonry fireplaces with proper firebox, flue, and chimney — wood-burning or gas.
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Fire pits — masonry
Hand-laid stone or brick fire pits with stainless steel rings and ember detailing.
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Fire pits — gas
Linear and round gas burners integrated into custom hearths.
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Fire tables
Bluestone-capped fire tables sized to dining or lounge configurations.
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Seat-wall integration
Built-in seat walls wrapping the fire feature for generous, lasting hosting space.
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Pizza ovens
Wood- or gas-fired masonry ovens detailed into the larger hearth architecture.
In the field
Photographs from recent work.
Why Yardie
Three reasons for fire features.
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Masonry-first construction
Every firebox is laid in refractory brick by Yardie masons — no prefab inserts.
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Designed into the patio
We draw the fire feature with the patio so it reads as a piece of architecture, not an add-on.
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Permitted and inspected
Gas runs, flue sizing, and chimney detailing meet code on every install.
FAQ
Common questions.
The questions we’re asked most often about fire features. Don’t see yours? Send us a note.
- Wood smells better and reads more romantic; gas is convenient and clean. Many of our clients install both — a gas burner for weeknight use, a wood chamber for weekends. We're happy to walk both options before you commit.
- Wood-burning fireplaces require an annual chimney sweep and inspection. We can refer the local sweep we trust.
- Yes — but with attention to clearance, smoke draft, and surface protection. We design every fire pit to local code and well clear of the home's eaves and overhangs.
- Four to six weeks of dedicated mason time, plus design and permitting upfront. Larger architectural fireplaces with chimneys can run eight to ten weeks.
Goes well with
Disciplines we often draw together.
Ready to start your fire features project?
Tell us about the property. The first conversation is at no cost.
Or call (252) 756-7788
