April 8, 2026
From simple to sleek.
In most living rooms, the television usually takes centre stage, making it a great starting point when designing your home. How you style this area often sets the tone for the rest of your interior. Beyond being aesthetically pleasing, it should also be practical for everyday living. After all, it’s where you welcome guests, binge-watch your favourite shows or spend quality time with your family.
Looking for some inspo? Here are ideas that are as functional as they are stylish, perfect for creating a setup that just feels right for your home.
Wallpaper was a popular choice in homes back in the 1930s, and it’s now making a stylish comeback with a modern twist. Take this living room for example, where Doubble Interior Associates introduced a wallpaper on the TV wall. It adds character while keeping the overall look clean and cohesive.
View this project by Doubble Interior Associates
To elevate the design further, the team created a custom arched wall with a black wooden frame, adding visual interest to the space. Notice how the arch detail is integrated with the built-in cabinet below, creating a seamless sense of continuity.
Wood-panelled walls not only add warmth and an organic touch to a space but can also create the perfect backdrop for your TV to stand out. This living room illustrates the point beautifully, featuring wood-inspired built-ins where the TV is mounted, complete with open shelves for displaying décor and concealed drawers to keep wires and clutter out of sight.
View this project by Trinity Design (M) Sdn. Bhd.
The result is a space that looks visually taller and airy, enhanced by the light wood tones used throughout.
White is the epitome of timeless elegance, radiating a clean, bright, and inviting aura that makes a living room feel both spacious and cosy. This living room is a great example of how to use built-in cabinets and drawers around the TV wall. The gentle curves that flow from the ceiling to the cabinets are a nice touch. This creates a harmonious rhythm that ties the interiors together.
View this project by Interior Hunters
The soft tone and subtle design details lend a luxurious yet cosy feel, while using the same hue for the built-ins gives the space a streamlined, cohesive look.
Not keen on bespoke units? Consider wall-mounting your TV and pairing it with a console table to keep wires, remotes, and other essentials neatly out of sight. The best part is that this setup is flexible, where furniture and décor can be rearranged anytime for an instant refresh.
View this project by Hauswhizz Design Studio Sdn Bhd
For the walls, try painting geometric shapes and lines to create a balanced, visually striking backdrop, as seen in this living room. It’s a creative, contemporary choice that makes your space stand out while also being cost-effective and DIY-friendly.
If you want to add a touch of luxury to your TV wall, consider using a marble slab, as seen in this living room. While often associated with kitchens, marble is a timeless material that works beautifully in living spaces. Here, Desir Design pairs it with wooden floating drawers, adding warmth and a down-to-earth feel that makes the home inviting rather than showroom-like.
View this project by Desir Design
Another standout feature is the TV and console, which appear to float effortlessly, free from cluttered cables or bulky stands. This floating design creates a sleek, modern look that seamlessly integrates the TV into the room.
If you’re drawn to a dramatic, dark, and edgy look, consider incorporating black stone into your TV wall as seen in this living room. The black stone wall feels modern and striking without being overly moody, while also helping to conceal the TV when it’s not in use. To complement the space, Stuarts Design added open shelving and a floating console in a matching tone.
View this project by STUARTS DESIGN®️
Warm accent lighting highlights the texture and beauty of the stone walls and décor while reducing eye strain and adding a cosy touch. Meanwhile, the rich black colour scheme envelops the room in a sense of intimacy and grandeur, giving the space both visual depth and a tactile, inviting feel.
Can’t choose between two distinct styles? Why not combine them, as seen in this living room. The TV wall features two contrasting surfaces, a rough stone texture paired with a silky-smooth cement/plaster finish, both in crisp white, creating a striking frame for the TV that feels both cool and sophisticated. Meanwhile, soft yellow LED strip lights add warmth and subtle ambiance to the space.
View this project by At the Moment Studio Sdn Bhd
Beneath the wall-mounted TV, an oak-finish console table with tapered legs introduces a touch of vintage charm. Its warmth complements the herringbone-patterned flooring, enhancing the room’s harmonious and inviting atmosphere.
If you prefer a clean, streamlined look, consider placing your TV within a recessed area, as seen in this living room. The design features a custom floor-to-ceiling cabinet that extends all the way to the dining area, allowing the TV to blend seamlessly into the wall and minimise visual clutter. Wires and media devices can be neatly hidden within the recess for a tidy setup.
View this project by Qube Pixel ID Sdn Bhd
Drawers beneath the TV provide additional storage, keeping controllers, video games, and other items out of sight when not in use.
Want your TV to ‘disappear’ when it’s not in use? TV screens can sometimes feel like an eyesore, especially when wires and cables are on display, disrupting the overall look of the space.
View this project by Poco Atelier
Take inspiration from this living room, where the TV is cleverly hidden inside a floating built-in cabinet. When closed, it looks like a regular cabinet, sliding open to reveal the screen. This design not only conceals the TV but also keeps the floor clear and complements the home’s overall clutter-free aesthetic.
View this project by Poco Atelier
A TV wall doesn’t always need to sit against an existing wall. If you’re looking to define separate zones in an open-plan space, installing a partition to house your TV can be the perfect solution, if space and layout allow.
View this project by The Roof Studio
In this living room, The Roof Studio installed a grey-and-white partition that serves as a TV wall, complete with shelves for displaying décor, while a slim shoe cabinet sits behind it. This arrangement not only enhances privacy, but also helps separate the entryway from the living area. Combined with thoughtful design, the partition becomes both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional.
View this project by The Roof Studio
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