Fire pits are a fantastic way of animating your outdoor space, creating a space for entertaining both friends and family alike. In order to appreciate and use your fire pit to its full potential a permanent seating solution is a must. Fire pit seating is an important element to any fire pit area, creating a convenient and attractive feature to allow people to relax and enjoy their open space. In Oyster Bay, NY, The Platinum Group have the pleasure to offer various luxurious seating solutions for your specific design requirements.
These functional but beautiful architectural structures can be constructed from many different materials and can be easily integrated into any landscape design, paving method or pool area. Below are five popular permanent seating styles that can help you in adding character, class and convenience to your fireside ambience.
Permanent Bench Seating
Built from solid stone or concrete, or with concrete supports and timber slats, permanent bench seating is one of the most popular designs. These can be built to measure and can be made to accommodate any fire pit shape and size. These structures typically run along one or two sides of a fire pit, leaving room for alternative seating, but can be made to create a complete enclosure with square angles.
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Low Wall Seating
Any low wall or retaining wall encompassing your fire pit area can be used to provide additional seating given a sturdy structure and solid, comfortable coping. Low wall seating will generally be positioned further from the flames in order to allow an open fire pit area. While the seating may be convenient for a casual conversation or to sit back from the crowded fire pit, low wall seating potentially exposes one to less warmth from the fire. On the other hand, low wall seating is great to have in case of an emergency shortage of comfortable seating and provides plenty of space for extra chairs and outdoor sofas.
Permanent Stools
Permanent stools are built with the intention to be integrated into the hardscaping and to stand static in their position. These can be chosen to create a certain aesthetic style. They are often built with heavy stone and vary from to design to design. This seating is preferred to achieve standing room or to accommodate specific spacing requirements. As designs are unique, cushions for these commonly need to be custom made. If you are used to hosting large gatherings, creating separate seating is a great way to create an intimate environment for guests. Extra seating can always be added when needed.
Permanent Circle or Semicircle Seating
Encircling either only one side of a fire pit, leaving the other side open, or fully enclosing it, permanent circle or semicircle seating is an excellent option for creating interesting flowing designs and an even distribution of heat for guests. This seating design is perfect for guests to share a view and allows couples to cuddle up close. As well as providing raised seating, circular seating can also be sunk into a patio, creating a hollow that maintains warmth and provides privacy and comfort.