Ideas for small tv room
9 ways to arrange a TV in a tiny room |
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Planning a small TV room is no easy feat, but worry not, it is certainly not impossible to create a statement scheme around your TV, even in a tiny space.
We've curated a selection of creative solutions to create a small TV room scheme that you can be proud of, whether that be alongside statement artwork, disguised within a wall storage, or blending into a dark living room background.
Small TV room ideas
For most households, the TV is an essential tool for helping us unwind, keeping the kids entertained, and facilitating cozy movie nights. The problem is, it’s not the prettiest piece of interior decor – when switched off, it’s essentially a large black box. Here, we showcase our favorite small living room TV ideas and family room TV ideas that cater beautifully to TVs in tiny rooms.
1. Opt for a variety of flexible small seating
(Image credit: Danielle Rose Design/Raquel Langworthy/Deirdre King/Hierarchy Architecture)
'Adding poufs, stools or benches will help to maximize your space in a small TV room,' says Danielle Chiprut, founder and creative principal at Danielle Rose Design . 'These pieces add extra seating for guests, but they don't make your room feel stuffy or overcrowded. When they are not needed for extra living room seating, these versatile pieces can be stored away under a console or used as an ottoman for lounging.'
2. Conceal wires in a bespoke media cabinet
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'In this living room, the TV television is float mounted on the wall, avoiding the mess of wires and cables, surrounded with cantilevered shelving which sits above custom cabinetry,' says Clara Ewart, head of design at Kitesgrove . 'The display shelving is decorated with books, artworks and other decorative objects, while the cupboards beneath provide streamlined, concealed joinery.'
3. Zone a small open plan tv room with wallpaper
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'This small TV room gets a lot of sunlight, so I was able to work with some darker colors and textures without the room feeling too dark,' says Galina Holechek, designer at Galina Renee Interior Design Studio .
'My client fell in love with this Phillip Jeffries wallpaper in the first presentation, and that laid the foundation for the whole room. A mixture of warm tones with deep rich colors, I love that this room seats around five to six people without feeling cramped. The fact that it's right off of the kitchen helps it not to feel too claustrophobic or cut off.'
4. Play with proportions and materials
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At first glance, this small TV room appears to be spacious and large, however, this long living space is actually quite narrow. 'If there’s one thing that’s going to create the illusion of more space in a long living room, it’s decluttering – it can actually make a room feel wider in seconds,' says digital editor at Homes & Gardens, Jennifer Ebert. 'This living room layout features clever low-level living room furniture that doesn't impede on the diminutive proportions of the room.'
5. Use curves to soften harsh corners
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The curvaceous furniture trend is back, and it works beautifully in a family room or bedroom TV space,' says Erin Coren and Lina Calváo, co-founders of Curated Nest Interiors .
'With the emphasis today on the home as a family space, used for entertainment, regimented rows of sectionals and clinical design can look a little stark in a small room.'
'Full-on voluptuous or subtly rounded, curves will lift the small layout and soften the overall look of your room, adding a bold design focus or a subtle touch of shaping to your décor.'
6. Use accent pieces of furniture
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'The small TV room acts as the home’s entertainment hub, an area where you can switch off at the end of the day and chat casually with family,' say Jen and Mar, co-founders of Interior Fox .
'To create a refined look that adds balance in the room, introduce an accent pieces of furniture such as an occasional chair, coffee table and a floor lamp. This set up will allow the room to feel more sociable and multifunctional should you wish to turn the TV off and use as a space to host guests.'
7. Hide or disguise your TV
(Image credit: Melinda Kelson O'Connor Architecture & Interiors/Sarah Millet)
'This TV room optimizes space with the creation of a bespoke cabinet that accommodates a cozy gas fireplace, tons of cookbooks for the neighboring kitchen, a secret door to the pantry and a sliding panel to hide the TV when not in use,' says Mindy O’Connor, principal of Melinda Kelson O’Connor Architecture & Interiors .
'Two comfortable and whimsical chairs pair with the simple striped living room sofa to make a small footprint that is warm and inviting, but open to other spaces.'
'The patio doors were created to let in light and mirror the original woodwork in the house. They allow the TV room to go from occupying the back corner of a grand house to becoming a more central room from both inside and out. It's perfect for a cup of tea, watching TV or evening cocktails while meals are being prepped, both informal for the family, but elegant enough for guests.'
8. Introduce a sectional in a narrow space
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'Small doesn't mean a space can't feel designed and functional, this small TV room is the perfect Bohemian living space that can accommodate more than a few comfortably,' says Kendra Nash, principal designer of Nash Design Group . 'Natural light and comfortable, yet appropriately sized furnishings make even the smallest of spaces feel large.
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9. Create a feature out of your TV
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'Rather than hanging the TV on a white wall, we decided to create a custom millwork piece to add color and distinction to this Classic 7 pre-war apartment den,' says Matthew Miller, principal and founder of StudioLAB . 'The dark blue lacquered wall unit, which surrounds the TV and serves as a place to display accessories, delivers a sharp contrast to the otherwise neutral-colored room and creates a more modern flow of living space. The unit floats off the floor, while the grid pattern adds an interesting visual dimension for a clean, modern look.'
How do you arrange a TV in a small room?
Arranging a TV in a small room is easy than you might think. There are no set rules on where to place a TV in a small room, it all depends on your individual needs.
Working out where your larger pieces of furniture are going to be placed is a great way to start, as this will then narrow down your options.
Another thing to consider are the light levels in the room and making sure the TV isn't positioned in an space that is often overwhelmed by sunlight, making it difficult to watch.
Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. On the side, as well as being the News Editor for indie magazine, 91, she trained to be a florist in 2019 and launched The Prettiest Posy where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. For H&G, she writes features about interior design – and is known for having an eye for a beautiful room.
20 Small TV Room Ideas That Balance Style with Functionality
There was a time when the television was the focal point of the living room, with every piece of furniture being arranged around it! Many of us TV buffs still tend to do the same, but the modern trend has been to take the TV away from the living room or to hide it completely.
While some have taken it to the bedroom and the family room, others have opted for gorgeous and at times stunning media rooms and home theaters that blow you away. It is either an over-the-top home theater, media room or the hidden TV nook that grace most contemporary interiors. So, when did the good ol’ TV room start becoming unnecessary? Either way, we’d love to share some of our top small TV room decorating ideas.
Part of the issue with dedicated TV rooms is technology and how ‘media centers’ complete with loads of electronic goodies have replaced the lone TV with cable. Then there is the reduction in costs, which has made the idea of a dedicated home theater or a cool man cave far more accessible for everyone.
Multifunctional TV Rooms
Anytime we talk about a dedicated room that only serves a single purpose, we can hear many of our readers cringe in the distance. It is indeed an era of multitasking, and people expect their home to do pretty much the same.
Since most of us spend barely an hour or two on weekdays hooked to our favorite shows, it does make sense to utilize it fully by turning it into a home workspace, library, reading nook or even the children’s playroom.
Just put in a stylish sofa bed or even a Murphy bed unit, and it will also serve as a great guest room when you have friends and family over for the weekend. This approach takes the TV out of the living room and bedroom, even while fully utilizing the small additional room.
Combine your love for TV and books [Design: EJ Interior Design]Tiny nook off of the hallway turned into kids’ play zone and TV viewing space [Design: Inspired Interiors]Turn the sunroom into a relaxing TV viewing space [Design: Ben Ganje + Partners]Home office and TV room combo is a practical and ergonomic choice [Design: Michael Abrams Limited]Choosing the Right Décor For TV Rooms
We are talking about small rooms with limited space here, which means that the décor choices you make will be absolutely vital.
A small TV room with a modest television set, maybe a Blu-ray player and additional gadgets requires very little in terms of actual square footage. With contemporary wall-mounted sets and sleek entertainment units, even the tiniest nooks can be turned into a cozy room that serves you well. Add a cool sectional or a plush couch to maximize seating in the room, and you can even throw in a couple of ottomans for kids.
Built-in, custom banquette seating saves space and also offers additional storage options, while an iconic piece like the Eames Lounger or the Bubble chair will bring both style and finesse to the room. The choices you make depend on the number of members in your family, the purpose of the room (obviously multipurpose rooms will need additional décor) and the size of the room itself. The neutral backdrop paired with bright and colorful furnishings leaves you with a playful vibe.
TV Rooms That Play with Space & Dynamics
Taking the television away from the living room actually helps not just improve the aesthetics of the room, but also saves you plenty of time. Most of us spend countless hours lazing in front of the TV just because it is there, and often it is left running in the background for no reason. Having a dedicated TV room solves this problem, and this is precisely the reason why even homes with lavish living spaces and ample square footage now consider this layout for smaller TV rooms.
Contemporary dedicated TV room with wooden windows [Design: Matt Elkan Architect]Colorful TV room in Brazilian home is part of a larger living space [Design: Suite Arquitetos]Once you have decided on the space for the TV room, pick décor that is visually proportional to the size of the room and complements its style.
Basements and attics benefit from low-slung décor with a smaller footprint, while larger rooms can accommodate bigger pieces.
Lighting and Color Inspiration for TV rooms
Lighting is an essential component of any entertainment room, and getting it right in the small room can be a challenge at times. Dedicated TV rooms can have a darker, moodier ambiance that gives the impression of a more luxurious home theater. Colors such as black, dark gray and deep violet on the walls along with smart ambient lighting work best in such rooms. If the TV room is a part of the larger living space or is utilized as a home office, laundry, guest space or playroom, then pick a lighter backdrop and a more cheerful ambiance.
Style is another consideration, and with a small TV room you can try out fun themes and styles that move away from the one used in the rest of the home.
If your TV sits in the living room or bedroom, then opting for a separate TV room is a smart idea, no matter how small it is. The change in lifestyle that it brings is something you will notice almost instantly!
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40+ photos, ideas for placement on the wall, ceiling, in the closet
Recommendations for placement in the bedroom
A few basic tips:
- It is believed that the most convenient height from the floor for placing a TV should be at least 1 meter.
- The best location for this unit can be determined by visually drawing a straight line from the center of the bed towards the wall.
- It is not advisable to hang or place a TV model in front of a window, as glare and sunlight will interfere with viewing and adversely affect the screen of this technique.
- According to Feng Shui, it is believed that a TV in a bedroom located in an apartment or house is not appropriate, since its noise disturbs the energy of peace and interferes with a restful sleep, but if it is still decided to hang it in this room, then the western one will be an ideal place wall.
Placement options
Multiple placement options:
- On the bracket.
This method allows you to save space by freeing it from bulky TV furniture. The TV model on a stationary or swivel bracket is a very practical and stylish interior solution. - Retractable. Retractable hidden panel with remote control, built into a nightstand, wardrobe or other place suitable for disguise, provides an opportunity to give the room a more noble appearance and create an aesthetic, functional, convenient and easy-to-implement design in it.
- Put on furniture. A TV system located on a chest of drawers, cabinet or special cabinet furniture provides an excellent option for compact arrangement and storage of various disks, books, magazines, stereo elements, multimedia equipment or other necessary trifles.
Pictured is a small retractable black TV in a contemporary bedroom.
Where should the TV be placed in the bedroom?
Most frequently used accommodations.
Built-in closet
Models built into a wardrobe or other convenient and functional structures harmoniously fit into the overall design, while providing a convenient place to store things.
On the wall
The wall arrangement is considered the most classic option, which allows you to significantly save space in the room.
- Near the window. A wall between windows can be a great solution for a TV zone. Compact models do not require much space and fit perfectly on the wall or on a small table.
- In the corner. The free corner in the room can be used as functionally as possible with the help of a TV. In addition, this arrangement optimizes space and becomes an interesting stylistic solution.
- In a niche. Such placement forms a competent design of the TV zone, due to which it turns out to rationalize the space and create a single and integral composition.
The photo shows a bedroom and a TV set in a niche on the wall opposite the bed.
A well-designed TV place is a very important interior detail that becomes the accent of the whole room and undoubtedly deserves attention.
The photo shows a compact TV on the wall between the windows in the interior of the bedroom.
In a partition wall
The partition wall allows not only to zone the space, while maintaining its proportions, but also to create a convenient place for the TV, which gives the bedroom a more advantageous and thoughtful look.
On the ceiling
This solution provides an excellent opportunity to rationally use the usable area, unload the space, not disturb its ergonomics and change the usual view on the style of bedrooms.
TV wall design
A well-designed wall will complement and harmonize the interior, giving it originality and completeness.
Bedroom with a fireplace
Such two leading interior elements as a fireplace and a TV set should look as equal as possible and organically complement each other in the room. The right color, stylistic solution and placement will help create a truly perfect tandem.
Moldings
Moldings, which have high decorative functions, can be used to decorate walls in an exquisite way and emphasize and highlight the TV area in an original way, thereby transforming the environment and giving it a completely new look.
The photo highlights the area with the TV using white moldings in the bedroom.
Shelves
With the help of shelves with various objects in the form of small vases, flowers or books, it turns out to dilute the faceless and monotonous interior and make it more dynamic, functional and much more comfortable.
Photos of interiors in various styles
Use of TV in bedrooms in popular styles.
Modern
The TV-zone can be played with expensive inlaid furniture, decorate the wall with elegant drawings, frescoes or stucco. The television device should have a well-thought-out arrangement and be in harmony with all the elements of the Art Nouveau style.
Classic
For this direction, which has an expensive and sophisticated entourage, it is especially difficult to choose modern TV panels. In order not to disturb the general style of the room, you can beat the screen with the help of baguettes and thereby turn it into a picture or hide the TV in a special cabinet, this design will look especially harmonious and attractive. It is advisable to place the TV model symmetrically and in the middle of the room, this will add even more balance and aesthetic appeal to the setting.
Provence
A TV screen framed in a wooden frame, a plasma TV placed in a niche, or simply a model with a body that matches the color scheme of the entire interior will be the most appropriate decor for the Provencal style and will not violate the integrity of the design.
The photo shows a TV in a white case in the interior of a bedroom made in the Provence style.
Modern
Plasma thin panel is a key design element of modern style. TVs placed in a niche, on a wall, on a ceiling or in any other open space will be equally appropriate here.
Loft
This style does not imply any masking of this device, on the contrary, the TV zone can be distinguished, for example, by neon lighting. TV models on an adjustable bracket that can be fixed in any convenient place are also perfect.
Minimalism
Light and concise plasma panel will allow you to create a clear composition and emphasize the lines and geometric shapes of the minimalist style.
Examples for a small bedroom
Since large models look very bulky and overload the room, compact screens located on the wall or hidden in a closet will be appropriate for a small bedroom.
Children's bedroom design ideas
Modern children's bedrooms often use medium-sized TVs with convenient and safe wall placement.
The photo shows a children's bedroom with a small wall-mounted TV placed in the corner.
Which TV to choose: advice and recommendations from designers
Nuances of choice:
- The choice of model and color will depend on the overall style of the room.
- The size of the TV is also determined by the dimensions of the room, the larger the diagonal in inches, the farther the device must be located from the eyes so as not to harm vision.
- You should correctly consider the remoteness of the sockets, the ease of use will depend on this.
Is TV in the bedroom harmful?
The location of the TV set in the bedroom is a purely individual decision. It is now believed that modern television chips are practically safe and do not carry harmful radiation.
Photo gallery
TV has not only informative and communicative properties, but also has decorative functions.
Thoughtful and rational arrangement of this device is able to create a complete harmony of the interior.
TV in the bedroom - 70 photos of the perfect design in the interior
If you want to install a TV in your bedroom, then the design of the room and the place for installation must be selected, taking into account a large number of features.
In this case, both the size and the location of the device in the interior are important
Simply put, to hang a TV in the bedroom, you need to take into account a number of subtleties.
Before direct installation, you need to consider all the pros and cons:
Contents:
The benefits are pretty obvious:
- You will be able to watch TV in bed.
- Now every morning you can watch the news, starting from them the day.
But there are downsides to this question:
- If you have insomnia, the TV will act as an additional irritant that prevents you from falling asleep.
- Lying in bed, you can quietly stare at the TV for several hours.
- TV has a negative effect on vision.
Thus, if you like to watch a little TV before going to bed, then feel free to hang it on the wall in the bedroom. And to choose a good and reliable TV Look in Klondike.
Model selection:
When planning the arrangement of the apartment, you should not forget about the role of the TV in the interior of the bedroom.
If you figure it out, you can hang a large number of models in the bedroom, but here are some tips:
Naturally, your choice should be biased towards quality devices, because TVs of unknown brands emit a high level of electromagnetic radiation, and a low price can weaken health.
The viewing angle should be small because you need to be in a stationary position to watch TV.
You need to choose the right screen size. The appropriate TV size is easy enough to calculate: the diagonal of the TV should be less than 1/3 of the distance from the bed to the TV.
Given that wireless Internet is much more convenient than wired, it is very good if the TV has a Wi-Fi function
Installation method
So, when the TV is selected, you can proceed directly to its installation. Most popular options:
Hang on the wall. To the questions "how to hang a TV in the bedroom?" and “at what height to hang the TV in the bedroom?” there are very simple answers:
To mount the TV on the wall, all you have to do is buy the hardware and then fix it against the bed on the wall. For fastening, you can use steel anchors with sleeves. You can also select a special niche for a TV in the bedroom.
The height of the TV in the bedroom is also very important: one third of the screen should be at eye level, and the other two below. This is done in order to ease the strain on the eyes.
But for watching TV while lying down, the height of the TV in the bedroom on the wall should be higher, and a slight slope is also desirable.
Practice and experience will show the most convenient way to position the screen, in addition, brackets make it easy to change its position.
Built into furniture. If there is a closet in front of the bed, then you can mount the screen in it. It is best to place the TV in a stationary part of the furniture, because when installed in the door, either furniture or appliances usually do not withstand.
In addition to saving space, this method is also good because it allows you to place the TV in the bedroom in front of the bed without any fuss with the wires, because they can simply be pulled together and hidden in the furniture, and plugged into the socket through the cut in the back wall of the fittings.
Cabinet mounted. This method is less attractive than the previous two, but saves time because it does not require any installation.
Designer's advice
To make the TV fit well into the interior of the bedroom, it is advised:
Lightly paint or wallpaper the wall where the TV hangs.
