Another Idea For The TV Area
I came across photos of this apartment and it caught my eye for two reasons. First, that gray wall is such a great accent and I think that shade is just lovely. But more importantly, I’m trying to figure out our tv/fireplace area and I really like these shelves above the tv. It would be a good way to display art and books and add some interest to that blank space.Â
But my window goes to the edge so I don’t have enough wall space for the shelves to rest so I wouldn’t be able to stretch them from wall to wall. I still like this idea quite a bit so I wonder how I can make it work  . . .
(Photos: Delikatissen)
I like the shelves too, hope you can make it work at your place. I also like the floor lamp by the sofa.
i really like the fancy chandelier against the modern table and chairs. very nice. (oh and the gray wall is a very smart decision here.)
The Victorian cornices in my house are that shade of grey – against a pink tinged white on the walls and ceiling. Really beautiful combo, IMO. It's been the same colour for 10 years and, after having some plaster work done next month, I intend to keep it the same. Boring, maybe, but what a delish combination.
I love that shade of grey… I'm looking for something to go in my bedroom.
I always have loved dramatic shelving. Good luck!
Oh, I do love that gray wall too… With the wood table and the chandelier. They are all so different, but they work so well together. Nice find!
Take a picture of your wall you are trying to figure out. I'd love to sneak a peak and offer an opinion.
What a great room – I agree that the grey is a gorgeous accent colour. We have a similar although slightly darker shade of grey in our bedroom and it is a lovely colour to live with.
Looking at the pic of your room, perhaps there is a way of making the arrangement work with long floating shelves either one directly above the other or slightly staggered?
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Very good idea! Love the chandelier too.
really pretty & functional. I loev that it takes the focus a bit off of the tv… maybe beveling the ends of the shelfn so it doesn't look like it's overlapping as much with the window??? just a thought??
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If you click on the link in the post, it should take you to a photo. I'd love any suggestions!
That sounds lovely! Pink and gray is another combination I love. Look for it in a future post.
And if it's working for you, why change it?
Thanks, Meg! I think staggering the shelves could work . . . that's a great idea. I'm going to sketch out some possibilities!
That's why I like this idea, too – I hate the tv being so central. Beveling the ends? I may need your consult on that one!
Okay, I checked out… I'm a symmetrical person too, so I understand you being stumped. Some sort of built in surround would definitely solve your issues, but probably a bit pricey. I remember Candace Olsen (HGTV Divine Design) did something with floating shelves in a similar layout, but it was a long time ago. Of course, she probably works with a giant budget and her own team. I wonder if there are show archives for her. I'll keep my eye out for some other ideas.
Thanks! That's so nice of you. More ideas would be awesome.