Case Study: Great expectations
The EcoSmart Fire 1200SS Firebox was an essential ingredient in the transformation of a 30-year-old Mount Lawley garden in Western Australia into a sophisticated all-year-round outdoor space.
Dirk Van Nellestijn from WA-based design and landscaping company Urban Landscapes specified a 1200SS Firebox, with a cantilevered hearth and under-lighting, to successfully extend the use of the home’s outdoor entertaining area, well into autumn.
We needed a high-performance heating solution that would produce enough warmth for our clients to enjoy their outdoor space from early spring to late autumn. And the 1200SS Firebox was the best solution,” - Dirk says.Dirk Van Nellestijn, Urban Landscapes
The entertaining area incorporates a seating area, a gazebo, and extensive barbecue and food preparation facilities. Dirk has also custom designed a space in the gazebo for the outdoor fire so that it can be moved as required, for maximum effect.
The 1200SS Firebox has also offered a compelling alternative to gas heating: “Installing gas heating would have required upgrading the property’s gas supply at a considerable expense. With the Firebox, it’s powered by a clean fuel with no harmful pollutants and it’s extremely easy to use and maintain,” he says.
“The 1200SS Firebox provides a beautiful yellow flame and has an amazing aesthetic. The glass wind buffer is a great safety feature for people with small children. All in all, it’s a well-thought-out, contemporary heating solution.”
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- Country: Australia
- Specifier: Urban Landscapes