Living Room Storage & Organisation

Choosing the Right TV Unit

The TV unit is often a visually prominent storage piece in a living room, so its dimensions should work with both the TV and the room. Compare the TV’s full physical width, including its stand or feet, with the TV unit dimensions and make sure the surface and configuration suit your setup. For viewing height, consider your seated eye level and follow the TV manufacturer’s placement guidance where relevant.

Open Shelving vs. Closed Cabinets in a Living Room

The open vs. closed storage debate is particularly relevant in living rooms, where the goal is visual calm. Closed cabinets with doors hide cables, remote controls, and media clutter instantly — ideal for anyone who finds visual clutter distracting. Open shelving works best when you have display-worthy items: books, plants, art objects, and equipment that looks intentional on display. Many TV units combine both — closed drawers or doors below, open shelves above for display — which is the most practical approach for most households.

Beyond the TV Unit: Sideboards, Shelving, and More

A sideboard or buffet is one of the most underrated living room additions — it provides closed storage for everything that doesn’t have a home, a surface for lamps and objects, and a visual anchor for one wall of the room. Shelving units and cube storage work in alcoves and corners where dedicated furniture would feel too large. Together, these pieces manage the clutter that tends to accumulate in the most lived-in room of the house.