b'picture: Lucent*Mediatraditional touchIn the early 1900s, an open re was virtually the only means of home heating. As a result, it wasnt unusual to nd three or four replaces in large homes of the period. Nowadays, many owners of traditional villas and bungalows still enjoy the ambience and sense of satisfaction that comes from setting,ReseneResene Volcano Cappuccinolighting and tending their wood-burning res. And while it may not be the most efcient way to heat a room, theres nothing quite it.The replace in this renovated 1920s villa reects the period styling of the house. Owner and designer Glen Cornwell, of Avery Team Architecture, chose to enclose the rustic exposed-brick chimney, which stands in the centre of a long living and dining room, to create a more contemporary look. A kauri mantel and surround featuring scrolled detailing was sourced from a localReseneResene Acorn Wasabitimber recycler. Originally painted white, it was stripped and polished with a clear wax to protect it and bring out the warm honey tones of the wood. The cast-iron register is original. It is inlaid with ceramic tiles in shades of green and painted with a oral Art Nouveau motif. An antique French hearth surround made from brass and burnished steel provides the perfect nishing touch. A custom-made, removable reguard (not pictured) has also been tted to protect the owners young children from getting too close to the ames.Chineseantiquescomplementthedcoroftheroomandtoneinwith the feature wall, which is painted in Resene Volcano. A pair of black, red Resene and gilded timber panels hang over the replace, while three 19th centuryAquamarinelacquered-wood Chinese magistrate gures decorate the mantel.| 125'