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Modern TV units are no longer treated as boring, passive structures meant to house bulky TV sets. They’re more about the aesthetic value they bring to a space, and what can be more aesthetically pleasing than a timeless black structure?

Black TV units are a bold and chic choice – concepts that perfectly align with the philosophy of modern interior spaces. They offer a chic elegance with minimum effort – but if you choose the wrong unit, you may end up with something that throws off the cohesion of your interior.

Here’s a simple guide that will help you with the tips and tricks associated with styling a black TV unit to best uplift your living room.

A woman seated on a luxury sofa in front of a black console with a built-in TV unit, adding elegance to the living room.

Are Black TV Units a Good Idea?

The short answer, according to our interior designers, is yes. Darker colours have been an integral part of all modern luxury interior spaces, thanks to their ability to be either neutral or dramatic depending on how they’re styled, and it doesn’t get any darker than black.

There are many perks to choosing a black TV stand or wall-mounted TV unit for your living space.

A Timeless Classic

Yes, black TV units are the latest trend in modern spaces but when did they ever really go out of style? Investing in a black console means that there is at least one piece of living room furniture which you will not have to upgrade in a few years, even if your sense of style shifts. The timeless beauty of black speaks for itself.

Easy Maintenance

Unlike their lighter-toned counterparts, a black media unit will not get stained or scratched up easily. It’s relatively much easier to maintain, which is a major perk if you host little ones in your living room from time to time – even adults are prone to the occasional spills and scratches.

Complements Any Colour Scheme

Black is the natural end on the shade card of every colour – perhaps this is one of the reasons why it goes so well with virtually every colour combination. A black TV unit can elevate a neutral colour palette, complement warm tones and enhance cooler tones. It’s a highly adaptable colour and enhances the qualities of its surroundings without much need for modification.

A Versatile Colour

A black TV unit can go with a varying range of interior styles due to the virtually unlimited styles and models available. Yes, a sleek black and white TV unit will uplift a contemporary room but a gloss black and gold Baroque-inspired unit will add some drama to a classic-style living room. A matte black TV unit can also add contrast in a Scandi-inspired space. The list is endless. You need to find a console that not only mirrors your room’s aesthetics but also uplifts it.

Creates a Focal Point

Every interior space needs a focal point and for a living room, that focal can be your TV unit. You can choose an attractive, black high gloss TV unit to guide every eye towards the TV wall and create some visual interest.

Adds an Intimate Depth

Many homes feature an open floor plan or a living area with high ceilings and spacious dimensions. In such circumstances, you need to invest in storage solutions that will anchor your space and make it feel cosier. A black TV unit naturally absorbs more light and creates the feeling of a cosier, intimate living space by centring visual flow around it.

Stunning high-gloss black TV unit with floating shelves showcasing stylish decor.

Best Materials to Consider

Seeing how popular a choice black TV units are, it comes as no surprise that they’re available in such a wide range of materials. Let’s do a quick run-over to help you decide which one will be the best to suit your lifestyle and living room’s style.

Wood

A living space is all about enhancing a sense of ‘hygge’: cosy, amicable vibes perfect for a sociable setting. No material achieves that better than wood. A black wooden TV unit has this classy, muted way of adding sophistication to your room while maintaining its unique charm.

Glass

A black TV unit in glass has a highly reflective and sleek appearance that goes especially well in a contemporary space. Tinted black or smoked glass enhances a sense of intrigue and will be sure to add plenty of personality to a living area.

Metal

The colour black has this naturally chic, stylish quality that when combined with metal – is bound to be a head-turner. Metal offers a cool and sleek finish which is as popular for its looks as it is for its sturdy nature and easy maintenance.

Combination

Each material has something unique to offer – so why not create a combination to get the best out of each? A black metal and wood TV combines sleek finishes with warm textures to create a visually stunning masterpiece. Glass is mostly used in combination with another material to add some strength to the structure and play with opacity.

Stylish matte black wall-mounted TV unit placed in a modern, contemporary living room.

Tips on Choosing the Right Black TV Unit

A black TV unit can fit a variety of tastes due to its many variations. The smallest of detail changes can completely change the impact it will have on your space. Here are some of the popular options and their effects, to help you decide which one is the best fit for your interiors.

Black Floating TV Unit

A gravity-defying floating TV unit immediately spruces up a space due to its chic and highly contemporary style. Black floating units often venture into the realm of artworks by creating Kandinsky-inspired geometric structures that create an eye-catching conversation starter.

Corner TV Unit

Corner media units for the living room are a perfect way of dealing with smaller, or irregularly shaped rooms. A classic G-plan structure, a sleeker L-shaped corner, or an angular shape – a black corner TV unit helps you utilise the nooks of your space. Choosing a black corner tv unit with led lights will further light up your corners and add interesting visual depths to spaces that may have elsewise gone unnoticed.

Corner units also provide a better angle for viewing the TV screen from all sides of the room – which serves well if you tend to host larger parties in your living room. A perfect cross between functionality and design.

Striking matte black wooden corner TV unit with storage and a cosy fireplace in a modern living area.

Decorating a Living Room with a Black TV Cabinet

Styling a black TV unit requires some careful consideration; the statement piece can end up overpowering your interiors if not styled thoughtfully. There are many tricks of the trade when it comes to achieving the most out of your black media console.

Monochromatic Accent Wall

An interesting - and might we say - bold way of styling a black TV unit is by pairing it with a black wall behind it to add an almost camouflage effect. This barely-there technique creates tones of mystery and ambiguity so often associated with the black colour. Overall, it will add a powerful persona to your living room; leaving a lasting impression in your next gathering for sure.

Creating a Contrast with Jewel Tones

There are two approaches to styling a living space with a black TV unit. You can either lean into the dark sophistication it offers or balance it out with stronger and brighter statement colours. Adding complimenting furniture items in jewel tones can add bursts of life that go really well with black. An emerald armchair, a ruby sectional, a sapphire wallpaper, an amber rug – what you choose should depend on the visual story you’re trying to write in your interiors. Keeping your jewel tones in close proximity to the TV unit will prove to be most impactful and will elegantly offset its dark beauty.

Black and Gold – A Classic Combo

One of the oldest and classiest color combinations known to man is black and gold. The warm, bright, lustrous gold perfectly juxtaposes with the cool, dark black. Choosing a black and gold tv unit is one of the simplest ways of incorporating this chic combo in your living area. There are many ways of adding a touch of gold to your interiors without making it too visually stimulating. The key word is ‘subtle’. You can add accents of gold through burnished brass handles or decor items. The opulent gold can also make its way in your fabrics – especially in the form of a metallic velvet upholstered chair. Black and gold both pack a strong visual weight and must not be overused, so make it a point to stay understated with your gold additions. Sometimes, less is more.

Highlighting Your TV Unit

One of the easiest ways of ensuring your TV wall is styled to be a head-turner is by accompanying your black TV unit with an accent wall. You can achieve this effect by adding a personalised bookshelf, a stunning gallery wall and wall-hanging planters – there are many options.

Luxury black and chrome corner tv unit with fire place in a minimalistic living area

Summing Up: How FCI London Can Help You

We recommend that you try to go for something that reflects your personal lifestyle - because a living room is all about socialising and presenting a version of yourself.

At FCI London, we specialise in helping our clients not just find what they’re looking for – but also style it in a way that greatly elevates their interior space. Choosing a black TV unit can often prove to be a daunting task, but our highly curated team is at your service; ready to help you find the right one for your space and create a complementing space around it to achieve an awe-inspiring living room.

Visit our 30,000 sq. ft.showroom, the largest luxury showroom in London, to discover, explore and experience a wide range of contemporary and traditional TV units, along with professional advice from a team of experienced and award-winning interior designers.

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