15 Functional and Chic Media Storage Ideas for Any Budget

Once considered an eyesore, flat-screen TVs are now a focal point in most living rooms. How do you stylishly hide all those unsightly wires and accessories? See how top designers put TVs on display without sacrificing style.

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Float a Piece

This modern media wall features built-in, floating white cabinetry that provides a sleek and stylish storage solution for the small living room. The floating unit seamlessly blends in with the wall, allowing the space to have an airy look and feel.

From: Amy Elbaum

Blend In

The natural materials and colors in the furniture, rug and window coverings create a serene setting in this beach house living room. The handsome media console below the TV not only adds to the gorgeous design of the room, but also provides function and hides away all the wires and cords that come with technology.

Add Some Paint

This built-in entertainment center is just the accent this living room needed. The center's shade of blue-gray handsomely camouflages the big-screen TV and helps conceal cords, while giving homeowners a place to display important treasures.

From: Andrea Swan

Create Your Focal Point

This solid walnut built-in media cabinet, below the TV, perfectly flows with the design of the living room and doesn't detract from the fireplace focal point. It is not necessary to have the TV over the fireplace be the focal point of your living room, as this space suggests.

From: Laura Martin Bovard

Think About Height

A long, low media cabinet keeps the television from taking over this small living room. If you have a particularly low slung sofa or do not wish to look up at a TV, consider a console that is closer to the ground.

From: Bri Moysa

Repurpose an Existing Piece

If buying a new media storage unit is not in the cards, consider repurposing an existing piece. The rustic look of this white console brings an eclectic flair to this living room and adds texture to the space.

From: Bronwyn Poole

Create a Nook

If you have an alcove in your living room, try adding a piece to the recess. Between the two windows, this media nook is the perfect spot for a media center.

From: Kirsten Holmstedt

Go Custom

This custom built-in has room for the TV, media storage, a reading bench and shelves to display important pieces. A custom piece, like this, may be expensive, but worth it in the end.

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Opt for Freestanding Storage Units

If you’re after the charm and functionality of built-ins, but don’t want to commit, a freestanding shelf unit is a great option. These easy-to-install shelving systems come in a variety of styles and configurations, giving you the luxury of built-ins without a call to the contractor.

From: Natalie Myers

Remember Your Style

This living room features a blue and green color palette and a midcentury style that is simply gorgeous. The TV console fits right in with its blue front and retro-inspired pattern. Don't forget your style when selecting a piece of furniture for your space.

From: Lindye Galloway

Make It Stylish

When outfitting your living room, think of ways you can add storage, stylishly. The great thing about large antique pieces, like this hutch, is the immense amount of storage they can add to any space, while also making a stylish statement.

From: Ashley Gilbreath

Hide It Away

This family-friendly living space features custom cabinets that open to reveal both the television and a drop-down desk. The stunning floor-to-ceiling installation is the perfect spot for storing items that would otherwise distract from the room’s crisp, clean aesthetic.

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Make a Statement

This white living room features a mirrored media armoire that provides practicality without sacrificing the sophisticated feel of the room. Its beautiful mirrors provide glamour, while giving visual balance to the fireplace.

From: Lynne Lawson

Try Chic Cubes

This media cabinet is a modern approach that gives a custom look to the space. The cube design is sleek and streamlined. Since some of the cubes are closed off, homeowners have a place to store the unsightly accessories that accompany TV and sound systems.

From: Lauren Rubin Architecture

Use a Dresser

Repurposing a dresser as a media storage unit is a great way to complete your design vision while on a budget. This piece has plenty of storage for remotes and TV boxes and also brings warmth into this living space's design.

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