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AK47 Zero Fireplace combines design and functional storage

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No outdoor patio setup is complete without a fire pit of some kind. It gives friends a place to gather on cool summer nights and makes for a pretty great winter party fixture. This version, from AK47, is nothing short of spectacular in its rustic yet modern design. The AK47 Zero Fireplace ($4,640) combines an elegant outdoor wood fireplace with clever storage for the necessary firewood. The storage area is both delightfully practical and adds to the product’s aesthetic appeal. The fireplace comes with a closing lid for the fire chamber and a simple grill, meaning that it can easily be turned into a simple table, outdoor cooking post, or seating area.

Kelly Montgomery
Kelly Montgomery
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Kelly Montgomery is a magazine journalism graduate from the University of Oregon's School of Journalism and Communications…
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