Entertainment Centers - Media Furniture

The digital era is living its golden years. It's all-over in our life, but also in our houses. TV's get bigger, smarter, and come along with other novelties, that need a space of their own. It's imminent now that we find an Entertainment Center that will host all those gadgets around. And this has to be a genuine reflection. We've got wires and connections that ought to be minimized visually, everything arranged in a logic manner, to get the most out of that TV stand and ensure a complete digital entertainment experience.

Types of Entertainment Centers

The TV Armoire has a classic mission look, often with panel doors, a top drawer, resulting in an elegant handle design. Usually, we're talking vintage here, so bear that in mind when considering an armoire, as it has to fit the overall room context, which is classic and simple.
Wall Units are your ultimate choice for a great media experience. You'll have media towers flanking the TV, a couple of shelves and drawers, a favorite among friends and family. This multifunction furniture piece will be the center of attention in any room.
Media Chests pride with large drawers for storage. If you're into such models, it means you favor order and balance around the TV. You'll probably have less digital equipment, so if it's simplicity you're after, go for extravagant Chests, they're plenty on the market.

Entertainment Centers Style

Traditional
We often describe the traditional design as representing a perfect balance. Indeed, the symmetry and refined colors of this style are reminiscent of European aristocrats – elegant and proud. Traditional entertainment centers imply a strong presence in a living room, based on its many bold lines and a classic, unforgettable finish. We might be missing a couple of shelves, here and there, but that's because we're looking for balance. Many traditional TV stands are fine examples of excellent craftsmanship, so make sure you pick one that completes the room.
Modern (Contemporary)
Contemporary design is very popular among the current buying tendency, that's why contemporary entertainment centers go along very well with digital equipment, thanks to its use of metal, cool edges and neutral tones. We're offered the chance to arrange a very proportionate media stage in our living room, an opportunity that is paramount for the overall balance. This is a style that has gradually matured and is now among the top choices of interior design aficionados because we're talking smart use of cutting-edge materials that guarantees durability and sustainability.
Mid-century Modern
Mid-century Modern is an avant-garde inspiration focusing on simple forms, fine craftsmanship and an emphasis on function. We can surely say it's designed for everybody. TV stands of this inspiration feature quality materials and have the capacity to store many media devices, presenting itself as eye-catching and unforgettable.

Size of Entertainment Centers

Size is a delicate matter when looking for a TV stand. We need to balance between the TV diagonal measurement and overall room space. It's obvious we want our digital stage to shine, but the audience needs some space too, so consider that too when searching for a TV stand. It's important to maintain a straight line between our eyes and the center of the TV. We also don't want our TV to be too small in regards to the stand, as it might shift the focus away from the focal point of entertainment. Just try to keep the balance when thinking about size, and make sure the TV won't fall from the stand – and you're set.

Materials

Generally, we're talking wood and metal here, but don't exclude glass and marble for a more luxurious touch. As a material, metal is easy to maintain, as you don't have it exposed to outside factors. Often, it might have a powder or chrome finish that complements their appearance. Wood is predominant in most stands, and it's highly recommended to look for quality wood, as we're on the long run here. People tend to stick with their entertainment centers, so be sure to pick durable materials cherry, maple, oak, and mahogany. Considering that wood is the predominant material in TV stands construction, it will often influence the color selection, which will consist of different shades of brown, from white to black. Glass is a step above in terms of exhibitionism. It offers a more luxurious touch and finish. Marble is our top pick when decorating a room with a pinch of extravagance, especially if we're considering a fireplace arrangement.

Additional Functions

Entertainment centers have many functions, and one of our favorites is their built-in speakers – rocking the house with style. We often suggest stands with side shelves, as it's the best place to put some speakers for an overall stereo experience. Many small photos, remotes, books, maybe even a green, leafy plant will find useful all the storage a stand has to offer. Not to mention the drawers that will surely come in handy. It's important to keep in mind that our stand can and should welcome many things, not only the TV.

Summary

We encourage you to ride the digital era in style and pick an Entertainment center that will emphasize your finesse and delicacy greatly. After long working days, having a media stand is a must for every living room – we're inclined towards more digital use, so at least let's do it wisely. Be sure to pick one that is suited for the spatial arrangement, made of good quality materials and with some attention to function – you'll get to see how complex things get when more and more devices are added. The small effort of searching for the right TV stand is guaranteed a great result: digital entertainment at its best.