Seguin Visio 8 Plus: A Fusion of Style, Functionality, and Performance

As the only model in the Seguin Cheminees range to feature a vermiculite firebrick lining, the Seguin Visio 8 Plus is a stand out! 

Hand assembled in Randan, France, this range of wood fireplaces offers incredible efficiency, eco-friendliness, and design versatility, making it a standout choice for discerning homeowners. Whether you choose the sleek single-face model or the dynamic corner VL variant, the Seguin Visio 8 Plus seamlessly combines timeless elegance with modern innovation. 

Exceptional Features of the Seguin Visio 8 Plus 

1. Advanced Heating Technologies 

• Double Air Flow System (DAFS): The Seguin Visio 8 Plus is equipped with the revolutionary patented DAFS, which enhances combustion efficiency. By injecting oxygen into the chamber, this technology burns unburnt gases and smoke, ensuring: 

• Extended burn times 

• Cleaner operation with minimal residue 

• Maximum heat output from every log of wood 

• Air Wash System: The air wash system keeps the glass clean by directing a controlled stream of air across the glass surface, preventing soot and creosote build-up. Enjoy an uninterrupted view of the flames without constant cleaning. 

• Outdoor Air Kit Compatibility: For modern, airtight homes, the optional outdoor air kit ensures the fireplace receives sufficient oxygen for combustion, preventing negative pressure and maintaining indoor air quality. 

2. Power and Efficiency 

The Visio 8 Plus range delivers impressive heating performance: 

• Power Output: 16kW
  Powerful enough to warm your living area during the coldest months. 

• Efficiency: 70% average
  This high efficiency ensures that most of the energy generated is converted into usable heat. 

• Low Emissions: 1.0g/kg
  Environmentally friendly, the Visio 8 Plus complies with stringent emissions standards. 

3. Design Options to Suit Every Home 

The Seguin Visio 8 Plus range is designed with versatility in mind, offering solutions to suit various interiors and tastes: 

Single Face and Corner Models 

• Single Face Model:
  Perfect for creating a central focal point in a living room or open-plan space. Its clean lines and expansive glass panel provide an uninterrupted view of the flames. 

• Corner Model (VL):
  Ideal for modern homes, the corner model adds depth and visual interest, offering a two-sided view of the fire. This is an excellent option for corner installations or dividing walls. 

Installation Types 

• Inbuilt Installations:
  Perfect for integrating into existing walls or custom surrounds, creating a seamless look. 

• Freestanding Applications:
  Combine with a stylish hearth for a bold statement piece that stands out in any room. 

Door Options 

• Lift and Swing Doors or Swing-Only Options:
  For convenience and aesthetics, the Visio 8 Plus offers a choice between the effortless lift-and-swing door mechanism or a classic swing door. 

Why Choose the Seguin Visio 8 Plus? 

• Unmatched Durability:
  Crafted from 100% pure cast iron, these fireplaces are built to last. Unlike recycled materials, the pure cast iron construction ensures exceptional heat retention and consistent performance without the risk of cracking or warping. 

• Timeless Aesthetic Appeal:
  With minimalist lines and a focus on the beauty of fire, the Visio 8 Plus enhances any interior, whether contemporary or traditional. 

• Eco-Friendly Operation:
  With low emissions and advanced combustion technologies, the Visio 8 Plus is a responsible choice for environmentally conscious homeowners. 

• Versatile Applications:
  Whether you need a fireplace to anchor your living room or a corner installation for added visual flair, the Visio 8 Plus offers a solution. 

Experience the Seguin Visio 8 Plus 

The Seguin Visio 8 Plus range, available through Sculpt Fireplace Collection, redefines what a fireplace can be. Whether you’re drawn to the single-sided model’s classic elegance or the corner VL variant’s modern edge, you’ll find a fireplace that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations. With its cutting-edge technology, versatile installation options, and unmatched craftsmanship, the Seguin Visio 8 Plus is the ultimate choice for anyone seeking a premium French Cheminee. 

Style your Fireplace with these Helpful Tips

As the temperatures rise and fireplaces take a backseat from their primary role, they can still be a stylish centrepiece in your home. Whether you’re decorating for the season or looking to celebrate a summer Christmas, here are some creative tips to transform your fireplace into a statement piece during the warmer months. 

Style with Native Flora

Embrace the beauty of Australian nature by arranging native plants and flowers within your fireplace. Consider using eucalyptus branches, kangaroo paw, or banksia flowers to create a vibrant display. These natural elements not only add texture and colour but also celebrate the unique flora of the region. To elevate the look, place the arrangements in decorative pots, baskets, or woven trays. When it’s time to fire it back up for winter, many of these decorations can stay in the fireplace to simply be burnt off.

Transform It into a Herb Garden

For a practical and visually appealing option, repurpose your fireplace into a small herb garden. Plant aromatic herbs such as basil, parsley, and mint and arrange them neatly within the fireplace. Ensure the area receives adequate sunlight to support growth. This green touch brings life into your space while providing fresh ingredients for summer recipes. 

Add an Ethanol Burner for Ambiance

If you’re missing the cosy glow of a fire, consider adding an ethanol burner to your fireplace. These burners offer the beauty of real flames without the intense heat of a wood-burning fire, making them ideal for summer evenings. They’re also clean-burning, stylish, and easy to install, allowing you to enjoy the ambiance of flickering flames all year round. 

Style with Seasonal and Festive Decorations

Take advantage of an Australian summer Christmas. This time of year offers a unique opportunity to blend festive cheer with seasonal decor. Fill your fireplace with Christmas decorations, such as light-coloured ornaments, Christmas lights in or around the fireplace, or pinecones accented with gold or silver. For a non-festive option, decorate with lanterns, fairy lights, or beach-themed items like driftwood and seashells.
A favourite with young families, an unused fireplace through summer is a great opportunity for a cheeky elf or Santa Clause to find themselves with their legs dangling from the chimney into the fireplace! 

Illuminate with Candles

A simple yet elegant way to style your fireplace is by filling it with candles. opt for varying heights and widths, and use pillar candles or LED versions for safety. Arrange them in clusters or on candle holders to create a warm and inviting glow in the evenings. If mosquitoes are a problem, try a citronella option to ward them away from your home. 

Play with Textures

Add depth to your fireplace by incorporating different textures. Stack decorative logs neatly for a rustic touch, or use woven baskets filled with books or rolled-up blankets for a cozy look. These additions bring charm and functionality to your space. 

Style the Mantel for Summer

Don’t forget the mantel! Lighten it up with summer-inspired decorations like fresh flowers in vases, seashell arrangements, or framed botanical prints. Keep the palette airy with whites, pastels, or natural tones to complement the season’s vibe. 

Your fireplace doesn’t have to go unnoticed during the summer months. With these styling tips, you can turn it into a stunning focal point that celebrates the warmth and beauty of summer. Whether it’s filled with native plants, transformed into a herb garden, or adorned with festive decorations, your fireplace can radiate style and charm all year long. 

As winter approaches, many Australian homeowners are considering the warmth and ambiance of a wood fireplace. However, not all fireplaces are created equal. In this post, we’ll explore the critical importance of choosing a certified wood fireplace, with a focus on the luxury options offered by Sculpt Fireplace Collection. 

Understanding Fireplace Certification in Australia 

In Australia and New Zealand, wood fireplaces must adhere to the Australian/New Zealand Standard for Domestic solid fuel burning appliances (AS/NZS2918:2018)[1]. This certification is crucial for several reasons: 

1. Environmental Protection: Certified wood fireplaces are required to meet strict emission standards, ensuring they are among the cleanest fireplaces in the world.

2. Safety Assurance: The certification process ensures that fireplaces are safe for use in homes when installed correctly.

Sculpt Fireplace Collection: Luxury Meets Certification 

Sculpt Fireplace Collection, an Australian-owned company, exclusively supplies some of the world’s most sought-after high-end luxury fireplaces. Moreover, All fireplaces offered by Sculpt are tested and certified to the Australian Standard, providing customers with the perfect blend of luxury design and environmental responsibility. 

Key Features of Sculpt Fireplaces: 

Certified Safety: All fireplaces meet the AS/NZS2918:2018 standard, thus, ensuring safety and compliance. 

Design Forward: Offering a dynamic collection of designer fires that serve as true sculptural pieces in any living space. 

Environmental Responsibility: Manufactured with high-quality materials and designed for efficient, clean burning. 

Why Certification Matters 

1. Environmental Impact 

 Uncertified wood fireplaces can significantly contribute to air pollution. Certified fireplaces, like those offered by Sculpt Fireplace Collection, are designed to minimize emissions, helping to protect both indoor and outdoor air quality. 

 2. Safety Concerns 

Perhaps the most critical reason for choosing a certified fireplace is safety. Uncertified appliances may require larger hearths and greater clearances from combustible materials, potentially leading to serious safety hazards. 

 3. Choosing a Certified Fireplace 

When selecting a wood fireplace, always look for the AS/NZS2918:2018 certification. This ensures that your fireplace: 

– Meets strict emission standards 

– Is safe when installed correctly 

– Complies with Australian regulations 

By choosing a certified wood fireplace from Sculpt Fireplace Collection, you’re not only ensuring the safety of your home but also contributing to cleaner air in your community while enjoying a luxurious, design-forward heating solution. 

Remember, the warmth and comfort of a wood fireplace shouldn’t come at the cost of your safety or the environment. Opt for certified appliances from reputable suppliers like Sculpt Fireplace Collection, and ensure they’re installed by qualified professionals for the best experience in both form and function. 

McEwing & Partners

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“Organic in its creation and handcrafted by a passion for natural-born beauty, this bespoke beachside home unveils a stunning and unique architectural style”

Striking yet exquisitely elegant, featuring high arches and curves, cathedral ceilings, organic earthy colours and handcrafted finishes this brand new luxury home was created. While a northern orientation brings sunlight pouring in to complete the natural vibe in this sensational home.

Welcomed by a long tree-lined driveway with an auto gate and surrounded by gardens designed by a horticulturalist, the inside offers outstanding individuality including a lime wash colour scheme, exposed concrete, Wild River timber flooring and a spectacular kitchen crowned with a giant arched window. Across a breezeway, the fully lined garage cleverly doubles as a rumpus studio that can be used for your private yoga sessions or a deluxe space to work from home complete with a kitchenette, while semi-attached guest accommodation includes a sumptuous bedroom and ensuite with the same luxurious finishes at the rest of the home.

Sculpt Fireplace Collection were thrilled to be featured within this spectacular home with our gorgeous Seguin Europa 7, being a prominent feature in the main living space. Contemporary meets classic with the Seguin Europa 7 Cheminee Fireplace with swing door mechanism. This beautifully crafted pure cast iron wood fire can be installed as a built-in or freestanding fireplace. Hand made in France, the undeniable quality of the Seguin Europa 7 Cheminee Fireplace will also aim to please aesthetically and burn effectively.

Based in the heart of Auvergne, France, Seguin Duteriez fireplaces are renowned for producing some of Europe’s most revolutionary and sought-after range of elite fireplace products for over 30 years. Artisan engineered and with the use of exclusive materials, Seguin fireplaces are manufactured with 100% pure cast iron and are highly regarded for their durability and increased heating output.

Unique to majority of Seguin wood fireplaces is the use of DAFS (Double Air Flow System) technology. The aim is to inject oxygen at a determined level inside of the combustion chamber. The supply of new oxygen will burn the gases and smoke that has not yet been burnt and prevent them from being released into the flue system. The advantages of this; a longer fire term, cleaner glass, also total combustion of the fire wood.

These cast iron Cheminee Fireplaces are well known for their heat retention even after the fire has dissipated, allowing for a longer lasting heat well into those colder nights. All Seguin cast iron fireboxes come with a damper, air washsystem, fire grate and ash pan as standard and thanks to the choice of high quality raw material Seguin cast iron Cheminee Fireboxes are guaranteed for 10 years.

This project combines beautifully neutral tones with statement features for an incredible finish, Sculpt are proud to be part of!

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Project Details

Real Estate Agent: McEwing & Partners

Photography: Space Craft

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The Local Project x Park View House

A home previously bearing the name the ‘ugly duckling’ was transformed and lovingly re-named “Parkview House” after 8 months of hard work.  

The original plans were to renovate the circa 1950’s Art Deco home, however the owners and designer of this Thornbury, VIC home quickly discovered that the house was originally build with weatherboard. Adding to the drama, the facade was bricked over with an extremely questionable backyard extension, so the team pivoted and decided to work with an architect, an interior designer and a builder collaboratively, to design a new home which would look like it was never out of place!

Owners worked alongside Elevate Building Group to complete this stunning transformation project; James Hardie Linear Cement Sheeting was used instead of timber for the weatherboard cladding, installing a Delos 3-stage Whole Home Water Filtration System that filters all water coming into the home, installing a Tesla Wall Car Charger, double glazing throughout with skylights through our bathrooms. Design was completed with the amazing work from Shaynna Blaze and Allie Harris, alongside Build Her Collective; an empowering online course for women about home renovating, design and styling! 

The use of lots of natural light in the hallway and open plan kitchen/living/dining area made it the perfect place to feature the Sculpt Fireplace Collection Seguin Axis i1000 Freestanding Single Sided fireplace. Axis fireplaces specialise in the manufacturing of designer wood fireplaces in a variety of different styles, shapes and sizes.

Handmade in the Rhone Alps region of France, the Axis i1000FS Single Sided wood fireplace is a display of geometric versatility and artisan engineered construction. The wood fireplace exudes a mesmerising display of flames and unsurpassed design excellence. With a heating capacity of up to 300m2 and an average efficiency of 66%, this unit is sure to stun in any space! 

Fitted with industry leading innovation such as DAFS (Double Air Flow System), this technology works by injecting oxygen at a determined level inside of the combustion chamber. The supply of new oxygen will burn the gases and smoke that has not yet been burnt and prevent them from being released into the flu system. The additional self-washing glass system feature provides less CO2 emissions, creating longer fire term/burn time, cleaner glass and bricks and total combustion of the firewood. 

This project combines a seamless blend between stylish aesthetic and comfortable functionality, creating a family home providing light-filled sophistication, innovative finishes and thoughtful entertaining options. An exquisite project Sculpt Fireplace Collection were proud to be a part of.   

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Project Details

Builder: Elevate Building Group

Interior Designer: Shaynna Blaze

Architect: Archiscale

Photography: Space Craft

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The Local Project

Jellis Craig