Don't feel stuck inside the traditional console-table box. A cabinet or chest or drawers can also fit the bill.
Side note: This is a lesson in excellent interior photography. Mirrors can be tricky, but all this one reflects in this shot is a painting that adds to the scene. I also like the way it's composed with the light fixture cut off at the top of the image and the rug cut off on the bottom corner.
Add color to casegoods. Make a hand-me-down piece feel like new by adding a coat of paint. This entryway sets the tone for a vibrant, energetic home with its painted console, coordinating chandelier and dhurrie rug.
A colorfully colored credenza. Is it modern? Is it retro? That’s the point; it’s a bit of both. The blue and yellow point to yesterday, the shape can swing both ways, and the stainless steel feet give it the contemporary edge. Talk about killing two birds with one stone!
If I were to find a stereo cabinet with a nice shape to it, my goal would be to rehab the unit with some punchy color to give it a mid-century kick. On that note, be aware that if you are planning on repurposing a vintage stereo cabinet, you may have to clean out a lot of old technology such as non-functioning record players and tape decks to make room for your new media technology. You also may have to drill some holes in the back to accommodate wires.