We Americans have a love/hate relationship with our televisions. I try to limit my children’s time in front of the screen, but I myself spent my share of free time in front of the tube. That was so long ago, I remember going to the local store to replace tubes that had burned out. On the one hand, there is a huge amount of mindless junk on TV, but we have never had a greater choice of excellent content at our fingertips. Whether you love it or hate it, the TV for one reason or another is a part of most of our lives.
TV Above the Fireplace
Every time we design a room, which contains a television, we are faced with the same set of questions.
- Do we conceal or expose the TV?
- Is the placement of the furniture based on a fireplace, TV, or another element or all of the above?
- Is the TV also used for video games and/or computer activities as well as casual entertainment?
TV as Focus of Room
The fun part is the fact that the answers are never the same, and there is no ‘right’ solution. We simply want to be consistent with the home, the room, and the tastes of the family who is watching the TV.
TV at Foot of Bed
TV Cabinet
TV Above Fireplace
TV in Countertop
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i always relish seeing your work; it is fabulous, inventive and elegant. thank you for letting others glimpse your endeavors. brilliant!
best,
barbara southerland
Have worked with you in the past with a different company I was with. very professional with great ideas. Love going to the show every year as well.
hope to do more work with you in my new position.
Keep up the good work
Mark
Fantastic piece! Appreciate the different perspectives on the “right” answer to dealing with the intrusive T.V. screen. Would love to re-create your sliding barn doors above the fireplace in our home!! Many thanks for sharing.
Kind regards