A TV is not the most attractive piece of furniture. They are big, bulky and just plain ugly. Many designers cringe at the very idea of building a design around an entertainment center unless it is camouflaged. However, a flat television may be the answer to every interior designer’s dream. This unobtrusive, flat television can work with nearly every décor without making a scene or stealing any visual elements from the onlooker’s point of view.

The appeal of a flat television is the clean lines and inconspicuous nature. Even though TV is often the focus of the family room when it comes to entertainment, it is rarely the focus of the design in the layout of the room. Using a flat television instead of a traditional one is a great way to keep the design elements in the area pure without denying your loved ones their valued source of entertainment.

Some of the products available are quite lovely and many of them could easily become the focal point of the room without diminishing the attractiveness of the design. The flat television that appeals to me is the version that can be hung on a wall. I simply love this idea. Hanging a flat television on a wall opens the space and allows more room for seating, tables and other décor. This is ideal for small rooms.

I live in a relatively small home that is easily cluttered if too many large pieces are brought into the house. I also chose a classic design that does not accommodate large, obtrusive entertainment systems. The furniture in my home is delicate and antique, not at all in keeping with modern technology and large electronics.

It is very difficult to merge antiques with modern appliances. Ironically, the modern flat television that hangs on the wall would work best in this room. The piece is so discreet that it wouldn’t interfere with the antiquity of the room. Also, the antiquity of the room would not interfere with our modern desire to be entertained.