Your drawing or pics haven't shown up yet. For it to look balanced, you will want it to be a bit longer than the TV. I also have a 65" frame and I have a 72" console under it. Even though the TV is mounted on the wall, it will just look odd to have anything smaller under it.

Here are some pics of the room.

Layout

Is the photo of the TV over a cabinet yours? I think that size is fine.

I have a 75" frame TV which is 66.6" wide. The cabinet under it is 77" wide.

If I had done a freestanding console on this wall, instead of the built-in, I would definitely have picked a console that was a bit wider than the cabinet shown.

You definitely don't want anything smaller than the TV, as it won't look right.

I like the RB one the best.

I like this one also and it comes in 68 or 84” width.

Myself, I would not have centered the TV on that wall. I would have hung it a bit more to the right and maybe done an art gallery wall with other art pieces to the left (and above) of the TV.

You don't want to make it feel/look like the built-in is being crowded. A balanced look is more important than symmetry!

@Susie, I agree that 72” is probably the sweet spot.
@chispa- love your built in. I have even thought about taking out the built in we have and building one where TV is flanked by two shelves and a electric fireplace.
If I had to do it over again, I would have also moved tv to the right.

I'm not sure I would hang any other art on the wall around it. I think that looks good if you don't actually watch TV, but I find it distracting while trying to watch TV. Adding a tall-ish house plant to the right of the console may help to add some balance with the built-in.

I’m actually really liking this one from west elm. What do you think? It’s low so not too bulky and comes in 64” so bigger than TV and offers some storage.

@JanMoyer, can you help me decide on a table for under the TV? I have posted measurement of the room on this thread.

The TV seems undersized for the space. I would NOT select a table but use a wall mounted media shelf instead

Make sure you mount the TV at the appropriate height.

@BeverlyFLADeziner- I agree, the TV could have been bigger. We just replaced it a couple of months ago and I did not realize how much smaller the TV’s look now with no border around them. I don’t need a media console to house anything so a wall one would seem mute bc I would have nothing to put inside. I’m just looking to put something under it for visual interest.

With that built-in so nearby, I’d consider an upholstered bench. A longer one would look better than my mock-up.

The style chosen (so many options) has less impact than its size/visual weight and offsetting the size of TV, so the entire wall feels balanced.

An alternative to a bench could be three ottomans. They would come in handy for extra seating when needed.

@maureen- I see what you are saying. I wonder if I can get a longer one and shift to the right and have that empty space for a plant or decor?
I also like the second pic with ottoman’s underneath. And that one is simple. I do like the burl wood, just not sure how it will look in my house.

@ffpalms the bench makes me think I would like a simple console like, but longer with stools under.

@ffpalms, how do you place the items in the room like that? Is it an app?

If I press and hold on an image in my ipad’s photo library, it will remove the background and allow me to slect ‘share’, and save it as a new photo. I use Adobe Fresco to layer the image over another photo, and resize it to fit. Removing the background is hit and miss. If there’s not enough contrast between the image and the background it doesn’t work.

My examples were more to do with showing a balanced feel. Maybe start looking on line for inspiration and search ”small tv with console” to get ideas and even find one to purchase. When you see consoles in a room example it can really help.

@Maureen, thanks for the examples, I appreciate it.
I also like this one, it’s heavier but I do love this piece.

It‘s style is very nice/just a bit heavy, ensure the length doesn’t interfere or overwhelm the white built in.

Having a console with feet makes it look less heavy. Other than the three ottoman idea - which is great if you often have company - most of the best looks are not low to the ground. Legs make the space look more open. Even the built in shelf idea from @Maureen is off the ground.

@EasyInteriorDesign, my TV is 58.5, so don’t I need at least 60? I agree that a narrow console is probably best.
@Maureen, in my head air do see it’s heavy and bulky, I just love the design of it so much.
@RedRyder- I think you are right, legs will make it seem less bulky.

I really like this one from Crate Barrel I just found today. Not too deep at 15” and 72” wide, simple and legs are not bulky. Only problem is they don’t have the light brown color, I’m not sure the natural works for my space.
Does anyone know of a similar console in a aged brown or brown or light brown finish?
Last pic is the natural they do have in stock.

Otherwise this one from pottery barn is similar in dimensions, just the legs are more bulky.

Yes, that wood console is gorgeous. I did a quick search for something darker. Here is an option from Wayfair but it’s not as similar to the “feel” of the Crate and Barrel one as I had hoped. It’s definitely thinner. I’ll keep looking. That is a really nice look for u Dee your tv.

*under your tv.

Part of what throws off the scale is your built-in is super tall. Look at it in comparison to the door to the right of the TV. It is a bit Alice in Wonderland. Have you thought of painting the built-in the same color as the wall and adding more contemporary hardware?

I really like a console with a low shelf. It is nice for styling with stacks of books or large decorative objects. This is a nice one from Room and Board. It comes in five finishes and two different lengths.

https://www.roomandboard.com/catalog/living/consoles/berkeley-console-tables

They also make a metal console that comes in 16 different colors. This one is cognac and could look nice.

Lastly, they have a parson's console where you select the leg color and top material. I just chose this combo because it reminded me of your side table.

@RedRyder - I feel like the console needs to be over 60 bc the TV is 58” wide. Maybe I can get away with 60”? I do want an open bottom bc the option to put stools under would be great. In the future I plan to switch out the ottoman I have for a table and then stools will be handy.

@Kendrah -yes, it is tall. I have high ceilings. I could have it painted, we just painted the walls BM white dove and the console is Swiss coffee. Updated hardware is definitely something I can do. I will take a look at room and board. I have something similar to the first pic you suggested in another room, will try it under the tv to see how it looks. It’s only 54” wide but will give me an idea.

This is an Arhaus console and I like how it looks with that table. Just want a darker wood color for my house.
I’m even considering getting the light wood one from Crate and Barrel and having it stained a darker color.

I don't usually think of any of these big box places as carrying furniture that is sturdy enough or worth staining. I'd ask what kinds of finishes are on their wood and how much sanding it would need to withstand in order to stain. I'm looking for a new foot of the bed bench and jumped on to Etsy. There are a ton of wood workers making simple consoles and benches if you want to check there. I assume most can customize a color.

@Kendrah- good point. I will check Etsy.

If you’re thinking you could use some ottomans in the room and store them under the console, I wouldn’t buy something too expensive since the fabric on the ottomans can be a huge design statement.

I love Etsy.com so it’s a good idea to explore the vendors on that site. Also, a quick look at Pinterest brought up more “simple” tables like the one you already like.

Found some at other places.

I never heard of LTK but this sure looks like what you want. I think they have other color options.

Here’s the photo

A couple more. Some of the ones I’m posting are from Etsy.

Any chance a local carpenter can put one of these together for you and stain it exactly as you want?

I might be able to ask someone. He’s actually building me floating frame currently.

That would be your best option. You will get the right size and color working with your own person. Keep us posted.

@RedRyder LTK is an app where people can store item links and you can purchase. It’s basically a way for influencers to get the commission for promoting a product.