How to create a contemporary television room
Your family living room should be a comfortable space where everyone gathers to relax, chat and watch television. With careful planning, you can create a practical, attractive interior and the set need not dominate the scheme
A television screen will always suit a modern setting but avoid it taking over the room. Colourful fabrics and interesting artwork will help distract the eye, and built-in storage, where possible, will hide videos and DVDs. A comfortable sofa is essential for viewing and entertaining. To balance the contemporary look, choose a traditional buttoned chair on castors, so that the chair can be moved to face the television when "show time" begins.
HOW TO MAKE IT WORK
• Build a streamlined storage unit to hide DVDs and music systems.
• Play down the television by grouping it with framed prints and favourite objects.
• A modular L-shaped sofa works well for a family room such as this.
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Contemporary television room
