Build a Brick/Stone Outdoor Fireplace?

Question:I would like to find plans to build an outdoor fireplace. We are wanting to create a great outdoor living room and think that as grand fireplace will set it off. I just need to know if this project is something that can be taken on myself or should I hire out a contractor.

Answers:
Unless you have had lots of experience do not try to make a fireplace yourself. Fireplaces can be tricky to correctly build, if the smoke shelf is improperly made you will get lots o' smoke inside. Who knows though you might be unbelievably DIY,
Try http://www.kastlefireplace.com/outdoor/w...
for some precast outdoor fireplaces