Fireplace

Roasting by an Open Fire: Eco-Friendly or Health Threat?

Carol Pierson Holding | Posted 02.22.2012

Carol Pierson Holding

Some of our local experts see wood as a future fuel, a serious source of biomass energy. But the realities and science of air quality could cause us to question some of our long held assumptions about the wholesomeness of a fire.

"Branching Out"

Jerry Zezima | Posted 12.19.2011

Jerry Zezima

For weeks, I had asked the perplexing and ridiculous question: if a tree falls in my backyard, and I am there to hear it, will it land on my head?

Warm Up! NYC's Best Fireside Drinking & Dining (PHOTOS)

Posted 05.25.2011

From Melanie Berliet, Citysearch Once the cold sets in, there's nothing better than drinking and dining beside the warm glow of a roaring fire. But o...

Merry Christmas From The HuffPost LA!

Posted 05.25.2011

Sure, we might not have a professional football team, but It is a testament to the greatness of this city that we are presented with not one, but TWO ...

The Fire Of Thanksgiving

Soren Gordhamer | Posted 11.17.2011

Soren Gordhamer

Thanksgiving is one of the few times a year when families come together. Ram Dass used to say that if you ever thought you were enlightened, go spend a week with your parents and siblings.

Gyrofocus: Modern Fireplace Is Voted World's Most Beautiful Object (PHOTO)

Huffington Post | Gazelle Emami | Posted 05.25.2011

Here's one beauty contest where objectification is the goal, literally. The Pulchra design competition in Italy searches far and wide for the 'World's...