Modern Living Room: A Guide to Choosing a TV Unit

The TV unit, the focal point of a living room, is both a functional and aesthetic choice. Here is how to get the proportions right.

A good TV unit should converse with the architectural line of the living room, not compete with it. The Tesla TV Unit optically widens the lower part with its long horizontal line, while its matte surface diffuses light. When choosing, first measure the wall length: the unit should not exceed two-thirds of the wall, but should not be less than half either. The bottom edge of the TV should sit 10 cm below eye level when you are seated. For storage, balance closed lower compartments with an open middle shelf; you gain both a decorative display and a space to hide clutter. A unit one shade darker than the wall creates unity rather than contrast.