LOOK BOOK LEADERS OF THE GLOBAL BIOETHANOL FIREPLACE EVOLUTION ISSUE / 3 AN INTEGRAL PART OF A DESIGNER’S ‘TOOL KIT’, ECOSMART FIRES ARE SETTING NEW TRENDS IN INTEGRATION; EACH ONE PERSONALLY STYLED FOR A LASTING IMPRESSION.

FROM CONTEMPORARY SPACES TO HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT BUILDINGS, ECOSMART FIRES ARE BEING CLEVERLY INCORPORATED INTO THE MOST UNIQUE AND INDIVIDUAL OF ENVIRONMENTS. For some design professionals, the design starts with EcoSmart Fire. As US-based designer Daniel Vandenbark admits, “I find a home for the fire and build around it.” But incorporating EcoSmart Fires is definitely not limited to the start of a project. The sheer versatility of the collection means they can be easily incorporated into existing fireplaces or locations to revitalise or modernise a space. German design guru Carsten Batterman,...

THE BRIEF WAS CLEAR: TO CREATE A COSY ENVIRONMENT IN AN OPEN, EXPOSED SPACE ON THE TERRACE OF A BRISBANE HIGH-RISE APARTMENT. “Our clients wanted a cosy, intimate yet open space where they could sit quietly or entertain,” explains Carole Hood from Multi Span Australia Group, which undertook the design and construct project. “The design had to be modern, with an oriental flare, allowing the inside to flow out.” Taking pride of place is a specially created fireplace which both enhances the intimacy of the space and creates a distinct focal point and beautiful illumination of the area. After considering...

A NEW HOUSE, COMMERCIAL PREMISES – AND EVERYONE HAS THE SAME DILEMMA: WILL THE COLOUR SCHEME CREATE THE RIGHT AMBIENCE? WILL THE NEW PIECE OF FURNITURE WORK IN THE NEW ROOM? IT’S THE REASON WHY INTERIOR DESIGN GURU CARSTEN BATTERMAN HAS CREATED A PURPOSE-BUILT DESIGN STUDIO WHERE ARCHITECTS, INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND BUILDERS ALIKE CAN VISIT, SEE INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS IN SITU AND BE INSPIRED. The Germany-based studio, STILHOF, has been built in Taufkirchen near Munich and provides 2,400m2 showcasing the best in interior design, and providing unmatched variety in exclusive furniture. The studio revitalises...

From the modest setting of a suburban warehouse in Sydney, Australia, in 2004, The Fire Company began distributing its creation, EcoSmart Fires, to five countries, then 22 countries, to the 75 that it is today. The rapid growth is testament to the company’s vision, creativity and tenacity. Having pioneered the global bioethanol fire ‘revolution’, it stands to reason that the creator of the award-winning EcoSmart Fire should lead the way with how its fires are showcased. With that in mind, EcoSmart Fire now has a new home, in Sydney’s acclaimed design hub, Alexandria. “Being able to display EcoSmart...

MICORP IS A SYDNEY BUILDING COMPANY WITH A CLEAR OBJECTIVE – TO BUILD AND PROVIDE QUALITY HOMES AND RENOVATIONS WITH A PERSONALISED SERVICE THAT EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS. NOT A DECLARATION TO BE MADE LIGHTLY, MICORP PRIDES ITSELF ON LISTENING TO CLIENTS TO TOGETHER CREATE BEAUTIFUL ARCHITECTURALLY-DESIGNED HOMES, RENOVATIONS OR LANDSCAPED GARDENS. Con Mihas founded MiCorp Builders Pty Ltd in 1996 and transforms architectural dreams into reality. And as a builder, he practices what he preaches. Seeing is believing “I have worked with corporations, professionals and consumers on building projects for...

YOU SEEK DESIGN FLEXIBILITY INSTALL A BURNER OUR BURNERS ARE COMPLETELY SELF CONTAINED SO YOU HAVE ULTIMATE DESIGN FLEXIBILITY Because bioethanol is clean burning, EcoSmart Fire models do not need a chimney or a flue, or a utility connection – offering the ultimate in fire design simplicity and flexibility. YOU INSERT A FIREBOX ALL THE CLEARANCES ARE BUILT INTO THESE MODELS SO ALL THE HARD WORK HAS BEEN DONE FOR YOU SELECT AND FURNISH FREESTANDING AND PORTABLE PIECES OF FURNITURE, SIMPLY PUT IN POSITION AND LIGHT IN AN INSTANT YOU CRAVE VERSATILITY YOU WANT TO CREATE A MASTERPIECE With EcoSmart...

THINK PROGRESSIVE DESIGN AND BOUNDLESS FLEXIBILITY PLUS SUPERIOR STYLING THAT SEDUCES IN ANY ENVIRONMENT. POWERFUL, VERSATILE AND DURABLE, YET CLEAN AND GREEN. YOU ARE FREE TO BUILD BEYOND THE BOUNDARIES From fabulous foundations, you enjoy freedom to build beyond the boundaries. Bars, restaurants, houses, offices: versatile EcoSmart Fire Burner Kits take designs to new destinations. BIOETHANOL BURNERS Firebox 800DB h 667 x w 900 x d 513 (mm) h 26.3 x w 35.4 x d 20.2 [in] BK3 h 93 x w 400 x d 317 (mm) h 3.7 x w 15.7 x d 12.5 [in] BK2UL h 93 x w 400 x d 317 (mm) h 3.7 x w 15.7 x d 12.5 [in] YOU...

YOU THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX OUTDOOR FIREPLACES Fusion h 990 x w 945 x d 450 (mm) h 39 x w 37.2 x d 17.7 [in] You embrace fresh ideas. Fresh thinking. You optimise outdoor spaces for comfort, style and warmth. EcoSmart Fire’s Outdoor Range tames the temperature, bringing year-round warmth to outdoor spaces. Made from toughened glass and weather resistant materials, portable or fixed EcoSmart Fires transform pools, patios, gardens and villas. YOU ARE ATTRACTED TO SMART DESIGN DESIGNER FIREPLACES You see the shape of things to come. You make architectural statements. Your appetite for style with substance...

WHEN DESIGNING A CONTEMPORARY NEW SINGLE DWELLING FROM SCRATCH, ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM SAAJ DESIGN IN MELBOURNE WAS GIVEN CARTE BLANCHE TO CELEBRATE AS MANY DESIGN OPPORTUNITIES AS POSSIBLE, CREATING A HIGHLY PRIVATE HOME WITH STRONG CONNECTIONS TO THE EXTERIOR. From the outset, a fireplace was an important element. But combining a wealth of organic materials with fire was always going to be a challenge. “Carved into recycled she-oak timber veneer and intersected with a suspended floating granite hearth, the EcoSmart Fire presents an ironic design element: fire burning within...

IT’S DESCRIBED AS ONE OF BERLIN’S TOP 10 COCKTAIL BARS, AND THE SHOCHU IN BERLIN IS FAST BECOMING AS WELL KNOWN FOR ITS CLASSIC AND EXOTIC COCKTAILS AS IT IS FOR THE SLEEK AND SOPHISTICATED INTERIORS. LOCATED NEAR THE BRANDENBURG GATE, IN THE ADLON HOTEL AND ADJACENT TO THE RENOWNED UMA RESTAURANT, SHOCHU WAS CREATED BY ACCLAIMED DESIGNER ANNE MARIA JAGDFELD. Anne Maria is known for her distinctive and exquisite taste when it comes to interior design. Her style is genuine luxury that is subtle and relaxed with a focus on high quality materials, first class workmanship and a matchless combination...