As we were designing our home I wanted to create a functional, but elegant entertainment center. I have a pet peeve of decorating around TVs. So rather than the TV being the main focal point of the room I wanted to create a space that incorporated a TV.

I did build these built-ins myself! It was my first experience framing. I am going to be honest, not my favorite DIY. But it is always good to learn something new.

Built-In Shelves and Benches

On either side of the shelves are benches with storage below. We have stuffed all of our extra blankets in there. I am loving the extra storage.

We also hung our floating shelves. They are the Aksel white oak floating shelves from Shelfology. I had mine custom made and they are absolutely beautiful. They are solid white oak with the coolest hanging bracket in the back.

Floating Cabinets

Since this is an entertainment center I knew I needed some cabinetry to hide all the TV goodies. Foxwood cabinetry made these beautiful natural quarter sawn white floating cabinets for this space. They compliment the shelves perfectly.

Lighting

When designing a space lighting is always a fun element to incorporate. I added these fun black pendants from Progress lighting. I gave them their own switch as well. They create the perfect mood lighting or reading nook! My fan is also from Progress.

Room Decor

Now for decorating. I used some items I already had and then I added to it with items I found from Amazon and Target. I wanted to bring in some blacks and greys to compliment my other neutral coloring.

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Paint Colors and Sources

• Shiplap- Chalked by Benjamin Moore
• Walls- Snowbound by Sherwin Williams
• Flooring – ADM Vintage Beige
• Chairs – Article.com