The client liked the style of their existing fireplace, so we kept it but moved it down the wall a few feet to allow better use of the space. A post in the middle of the main floor limited how we could layout the living room and dining room, so moving the fireplace gave more layout options. The shift also let us add window seat millwork, resulting in additional valuable storage. We then had the millworker create a drawer behind the mantle to hold all the required media equipment and components. A good deal of communication and collaboration between the framer, millworker and stone mason was required, but it resulted in a much cleaner and more functional space.