Design Services
Tailored support from concept to installation.
Every project is unique, which is why our services are tailored to your home, your lifestyle and your vision.
From initial concepts through to installation support, we provide independent advice to help create fireplaces that are both beautiful and technically correct.
Fireplace Technical Design & Compliance
Independent fireplace technical advice to ensure your fireplace is safe, compliant and built to New Zealand standards.
We Can Assist With:
Fireplace clearances
Flue system design
NZ Building Code advice
Council consent documentation
Consent and construction drawings
Builder & architect support
Clean Air compliance
Existing fireplace assessments
With more than 20 years' experience in fireplace design, testing, certification and compliance, Designs for Fires provides independent advice trusted by homeowners, architects, builders and manufacturers.
Supporting homeowners, architects, designers and builders throughout New Zealand.
Our Fireplace Services
Fireplace Selection
Choosing the right fireplace can be overwhelming. With hundreds of models, different fuel types, installation requirements and council regulations to consider, independent advice can save time, money and costly mistakes.
We can assist with:
Wood, gas & electric fireplace selection
Indoor & outdoor fireplace advice
New builds & renovations
Existing fireplace replacements
Heating performance & room sizing
Style & finish recommendations
Independent product comparisons
We'll help you select a fireplace that complements your home, meets your heating needs and suits your budget.
-
Includes
Site visit or plan review
Fireplace recommendations
Product selection
Heating and sizing advice
Investment
From $350 + GSTTravel outside the local area charged separately.
Fireplace Design
Every home is different, and the right fireplace should feel as though it has always been part of the architecture.
Our design services include:
Existing fireplace redesigns
New home fireplace design
Indoor fireplace design
Outdoor fireplace design
Cabinetry, mantel & hearth design
TV & fireplace integration
Material and finish selection
From concept sketches to detailed design, we create fireplace solutions that are functional, beautiful and tailored to the way you live.
-
Concept & Layout Design
From $800–$1,200 + GSTIncludes:
Concept drawings
Fireplace selection
Layout recommendations
Detailed Design Documentation
From $1,300–$2,000 + GSTIncludes:
Technical drawings
Specifications
Material schedules
Every project is unique. If your requirements fall outside these packages, we're happy to prepare a tailored proposal.
Fireplace Project Management
From concept to completion, we can manage as much or as little of your project as you need. Whether you're building a new home or renovating we coordinate the design, documentation, council approvals and communication between key trades to keep your project running smoothly.
Services include:
Product specification
Detailed fireplace drawings
Council consent documentation
Builder & installer coordination
Site visits and technical support
Final installation guidance
-
Includes Fireplace Selection and Fireplace Design services, plus: liaising with trades, supervising installation, on site support, administration of council submission where required (exclusive of council costs).
From $3500 - $5500* + GST
*Travel & site visits outside local area will be charged separately
Not sure which service is right for you? Every project begins with a discovery conversation to understand your home, your goals and your budget before recommending the most appropriate solution.
Learn More
Planning a new fireplace or renovating an existing one? Explore our free Design Library for independent advice, practical guidance and design inspiration.
Fireplace Design NZ - How to Reimagine an Existing Fireplace
Discover how thoughtful fireplace design can transform an existing fireplace into a beautiful architectural feature.
What You Can't See – Fireplace Guide
Understand the hidden construction of existing chimneys before renovating or selecting a new fireplace.
Let's create a fireplace you'll love for years to come.
Independent fireplace advice, thoughtful design and technical expertise—from concept through to completion.