The TV unit has quietly become one of the most design-heavy pieces of furniture in a modern home. It’s usually the first thing you see walking into a living room, which means it sets the tone for the entire space long before anyone notices the sofa or the flooring.
At Tili, we treat TV unit design as its own project within the larger interior, not an afterthought bolted onto a wall.
What Makes a TV Unit Feel Custom
A few elements consistently separate a considered TV unit from a generic one:
- Material contrast – pairing a textured or fluted wood panel against a smooth stone, marble, or plaster backdrop adds depth without needing bold colour
- Concealed lighting – a subtle backlit profile behind the TV or along shelf edges makes the whole wall feel intentional, especially in the evening
- Mixed storage – a floating console with a mix of closed drawers and open shelving keeps the unit functional (soundbar, set-top box, décor) without looking cluttered
- Display elements – a glass-fronted display cabinet alongside the TV zone gives you a place for books, art pieces, or personal collectibles, and breaks up a purely functional wall into something more layered
Our Process
Every TV unit we design starts with the wall itself its width, height, and how much depth we have to work with followed by how the space is used day to day. From there we work through material choices (veneer, laminate, natural stone, brass or bronze inlay detailing), lighting placement, and storage needs, before moving to detailed elevation drawings with exact measurements for fabrication.
Because our manufacturing happens in-house, we’re able to build TV units with tighter tolerances and custom detailing fluted panelling, brass inlay lines, recessed frames that off-the-shelf furniture simply can’t match.
Start Designing Yours
If you’re planning a living room and want a TV unit that feels built for the space rather than dropped into it, share your wall dimensions and inspiration with our design team.
