Fire Pit and Outdoor Fireplace Design in Atlanta, GA

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A cozy patio with a rectangular fire pit, two cushioned chairs, a covered bar area, and a TV sits surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

A fire feature can become the place where family and friends naturally gather—but only when it is positioned, scaled, and supported by the surrounding space.

Outdoor Makeover & Living Spaces designs custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces for Atlanta properties. We integrate the fire feature with patios, seating, circulation, landscaping, lighting, and nearby outdoor living areas so it feels like a meaningful part of the complete environment.

Fire Features Designed for Gathering

The design may include:

  • Gas or wood-burning fire pits
  • Masonry outdoor fireplaces
  • Linear fire features
  • Integrated seat walls
  • Freestanding seating areas
  • Natural stone or paver patios
  • Landscape screening
  • Path and accent lighting
  • Connections to outdoor kitchens or covered spaces

The right choice depends on the property, desired atmosphere, available space, fuel preferences, local requirements, and how many people the area should accommodate.

Fire Feature Planning for Atlanta Properties

Placement matters. The feature should relate comfortably to the home and other gathering areas without interrupting major walkways. Tree cover, overhead structures, neighboring properties, grade, drainage, and prevailing conditions must be considered.

Atlanta’s seasonal temperature changes make fire features appealing during cooler evenings, but the surrounding area should remain useful even when the fire is not operating. Comfortable seating, shade nearby, and a strong landscape setting extend the value of the space.

Our Fire Feature Design-Build Process

The Client Concierge determines whether the request is a focused fire-feature project or part of a larger patio or backyard transformation. The consultation recommendation reflects property conditions, utility needs, hardscape scope, seating, structures, landscaping, anticipated investment, and readiness.

The design process addresses placement, scale, fuel, materials, clearances, circulation, drainage, lighting, and visual connection to the rest of the yard.

Fire Pit and Fireplace Investment

Cost factors include:

  • Fire pit versus masonry fireplace
  • Gas or wood-burning configuration
  • Utility extensions
  • Masonry and finish materials
  • Patio construction
  • Retaining or seat walls
  • Built-in seating
  • Lighting and landscaping
  • Site access and grading

A fire feature is often most cost-effective and visually successful when planned with the surrounding patio and landscape rather than added later.

Fire Feature Services Near Atlanta

Nearby service areas include Buckhead, Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Decatur, and Smyrna.

Should I choose a fire pit or an outdoor fireplace?

Fire pits tend to support circular or open gathering, while fireplaces can create a stronger focal point and sense of enclosure. The best choice depends on the desired experience and property layout.

Can you add a fire pit to an existing patio?

Possibly. The patio’s dimensions, condition, materials, circulation, and relevant clearances must be evaluated.

Can a fire feature be near an outdoor kitchen?

Yes, when the layout provides appropriate separation, comfortable movement, and well-defined activity areas.

Do you install gas lines?

Utility needs are coordinated as part of the approved project scope using the appropriate qualified trades.

Can seating be incorporated?

Yes. Seat walls, freestanding furniture zones, or other integrated seating can be included.

Our Atlanta Services Include

Two people in jackets smile and talk outdoors, one holding papers, with trees and a wooden fence in the background.

Consult

Each project at Outdoor Makeover and Living Spaces begins with a symphony of listening and understanding. We pay close attention to our clients, immersing ourselves in their hopes and dreams. Our client concierge books a convenient consultation for you and the proper designer based on your objectives and desires. This meeting takes about an hour or two and dives deep into all sorts of possibilities so your yard matches your lifestyle.
A backyard featuring a patio with seating, green lawn, play area, hot tub, shed, colorful plants, a car by the house, and a stepping stone path.

Design

This is where your vision takes shape. Our designer will then come up with concepts and estimates for your project. Whether you want a hand-drawn sketch of the design, or the ability to walk through it with 3D Virtual Reality Consultations, we have you covered. Our standard consultation unfolds like a meticulously written score, with a hand-drawn makeover plan revealing the first notes of your outdoor makeover.
A modern patio at dusk features a stone fireplace, hanging lights, wooden beam, and stone pillars, surrounded by greenery and a stone walkway.

Build

Once you have approved the design, the project will go to our Project Manager’s Office. The PMO will ensure you are assigned the right superintendent and foreman to carry your vision across the finish line. They will massage the job to perfection, performing quality control and keeping you updated on the status of your project. Each project is a masterpiece, handcrafted with precision and attention to ensure that your vision is realized in every facet of your outdoor space.
Three people smiling for a selfie on a sunny patio with outdoor furniture and a fireplace; one woman holds a drink, one man wears sunglasses.

Satisfy

We prioritize quality from your first contact with our office to the moment you enjoy your beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. Our goal is to make this process as soon as possible. From functional and beautiful designs to seamless installation, we want this journey to be exciting and stress-free for our clients! During your final walkthrough, we will train you on all of the systems we have installed and offer you a one-year warranty. Let’s get you booked today!

Fire Feature Services Near Atlanta

Nearby service areas include Buckhead, Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Decatur, and Smyrna.

Create an Atlanta Gathering Place

Speak with our Client Concierge about the atmosphere you want to create and how the fire feature should fit into the rest of your property.

Our Process