because it is really skinny (much thinner than a normal LCD TV), there are times when I wish I could just close it off so it's not such an obvious focal point for our family room. Don't get me wrong - we watch our fair share of TV and I am in no way anti-TV, but it's not really an ideal decorating look.Here's our current look.
I started doing some research on what we could do to cover it. I am generally looking for something with doors to cover the TV but I may explore the option of just framing out the TV. All of this may involve recessing the TV under a new header in the wall which I am sure Jim will be SOOOOO happy about (haha).
Here are a few ideas that I found surfing around online.
This one is a little more rustic or "Old World" than I typically like but I think the room is interesting.
image via Designer Kitchen & Bath
Getting closer... This is more along the lines for what I had in mind for our set-up.
And I really like this one because of the classic styling and the pretty doors (and of course the yellow walls!).
via Washington Post
I am actually trying to come up with a "best of both worlds" solution where I get a picture over the fireplace but also the TV.
The answer to your dilemma is so simple...install rather plain doors and have your Mom paint a family portrait on them...or, better yet, a portrait of me! Kathleen (Walling)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Kathleen - Would be great to see your smiling face every morning!
ReplyDeleteIt is nice to be able to close the doors on the tv which is one reason I like the armoire. Having it over the mantle would be really nice though. Nice inspiration photos.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking!
Rene