Each year at holiday time, living rooms play host to the many friends and family that gather to celebrate the season. And for those of us lucky enough to have one, at the center of all the festivities is the fireplace. At this time of year, the hearth really is the heart of the home, radiating warmth and casting a soft glow that brings the magic of the season alive.

This season, you can bring this magic into your own home, no matter what your style. We'll show you three very different rooms that uniquely celebrate the special way a fireplace surrounds us with warmth. Happy holidays!

• New Traditions: A simple, modern arrangement plus inviting, traditional furnishings add up to a space guests won't want to leave.
• Winter White: A fresh, modern room makes a wonderfully unexpected setting for cozy holiday gatherings.
• Rustic Warmth: A rustic room, perfect for a country Christmas, has the comfortable feel of a cabin in the woods.