How can i remodel this fireplace wall??

Question

I'm moving into this house in a month and am starting to think of the remodeling. THis is a 70's house I thought of drywalling the sides and adding a mantel or ledge and tile to actual fireplace. Does anyone have any before and after pics or just pics at all or ideas.

Answer 1

how about  a feature wall

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