Design Report & Material List
## Design Concept
A floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace wall anchors the vaulted ceiling height while integrated LED cove lighting adds warmth and dimension without visual clutter. The 75-inch TV sits comfortably above the black metal firebox with balanced negative space, creating a clean focal point that works with—not against—the room's architecture.
## Key Decisions
- **Vertical stone surround** draws the eye upward, emphasizing the vaulted ceiling and making the tall wall feel intentional rather than empty.
- **Recessed perimeter lighting** eliminates the need for wall sconces, keeping surfaces clean and providing soft evening ambiance.
- **Low-profile hearth extension** in matching stone creates a subtle ledge for display without the visual weight of a traditional mantel.
- **Neutral warm palette** (cream stone, warm gray walls, natural wood tones) ensures the fireplace wall integrates with existing flooring and window placements.
## Material List
| Item | Role | Est. Price | Where to Buy |
|------|------|------------|--------------|
| Stacked stone veneer panels (sq ft coverage for 14' x 8' feature wall) | Visual anchor, texture, warmth | $800-1,400 | Lowe's, Home Depot, Wayfair |
| Black metal fireplace surround/frame | Clean contrast, modern firebox definition | $150-300 | Amazon, Wayfair, eBay |
| LED cove lighting kit (warm white, dimmable, 16 ft) | Ambient glow, architectural emphasis | $40-90 | Amazon, IKEA, Super Bright LEDs |
| Low stone hearth slab or large-format porcelain tile (3-4 ft width) | Functional ledge, proportional grounding | $200-400 | Floor & Decor, Home Depot |
| Abstract neutral canvas art (40" x 60") | Visual balance for left wall, soft color echo | $80-180 | Target, IKEA, Wayfair, Society6 |
| Modern floor lamp with drum shade | Task lighting, height balance near art | $60-120 | Target, IKEA, Amazon |
| Faux pampas grass arrangement in ceramic vase | Organic texture, coffee table focal point | $25-55 | Amazon, Target, IKEA, Temu |
## Budget Snapshot
| Category | Est. Cost |
|----------|-----------|
| Fireplace wall materials (stone, lighting, metal surround) | $1,200-2,200 |
| Art & lighting accessories | $140-300 |
| Decorative accents (vase, botanicals, coffee table styling) | $50-110 |
| Contingency (10%) | $140-270 |
| **Total** | **$1,530-2,880** |
## Sizing Note
For the 75-inch TV, maintain 6-8 inches of stone visible above the top edge and 12-15 inches below the bottom edge to the firebox opening. This proportion prevents the TV from overwhelming the wall while keeping the fireplace visually grounded.