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Really struggling with large empty wall

last year

This wall is deceivingly large and has proved very difficult for me to furnish, the space between the wall opening on the left to the wall on the right is over 16 feet wide. The TV itself is around 38-40 inches tall, 58-66 inches (forgot exact measurement) wide, and the wall dwarfs it such that the TV looks fairly normal. I feel like all my furniture in this room has had to be oversized or extra large, so that in and of itself has presented itself with challenges (not to mention additional financial expense). This is all a long way of saying that I am REALLY STRUGGLING with what to do on either side of the TV. "Normal" or more standard sized photo frames are tiny on this wall, "normal" sized lamps are dwarfed, large format art is expensive, etc... I'm just really struggling with what to do with the space. I have no idea where to go with this and would love anyone's advice or suggestions on how to fill it.


Thank you SO MUCH for your advice, I would really love to move one and finally have this space finished and done with.




Just a side note, I know the TV is slightly too high above the cabinetry, I will bring it down to the correct height once I know what I'm doing around the TV. Also, I'm in the process of sourcing another console table, I'm just not loving this one but feel free to let me know your thoughts on that as well.



Comments (17)

  • last year

    You don't need anything there: in fact in my opinion anything more on that wall would clutter up the space. The wall looks great as it is. You might consider lamps on the ends of the cabinet under the TV to bring the weight down to person level a bit.

    Erika Miller thanked Yvonne Martin
  • last year

    I agree with Y Martin. Sometimes less is more. Leave as is.

    Erika Miller thanked njay
  • last year

    I don't think you need to do anything, honestly. Not every space needs to be filled. Instead of struggling, think about finding a few unique pieces over time--original art work, sculplture, handcrafted or vintage beautiful items, antique books in subject sthat interest you stacked on the coffee table and console.


    Don't over think the space. Your instincts are correct that small framed pieces will have no impact. I like that you chose wood for the console cabinet. It brings warmth to a room with a lot of neutrals and smooth surfaces.


    I can't really see your pendant. You could bring it down lower if it's interesting or find a dramatic one.

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    Look at the lamp here, the wood bowl on this console, two art panels. They're not cluttery but dramatic.

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    Erika Miller thanked housegal200
  • last year

    I like your space and the suggestions above. You could add frames or a larger plant.


    I am curious what is the blue thing in the right corner? Are those pillows?



    A larger plant like this...

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    notice how these all look wonderful, simple and yet beautiful. Yours looks like this too.


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    Erika Miller thanked Boxerpal
  • last year

    If you are asking about the console table behind the sectional, I would not change that. I really like it!

    As far as the TV wall, I would try to move the big plant to the right corner as much as possible. Something tall on the cabinet to the left of the TV, maybe a tall vase. Since the TV is centered on the cabinet, I don't think you need to add art to the wall. Add a few things to the coffee table too.

    Your room is lovely.

    Erika Miller thanked kcooz07
  • last year

    I appreciate all the comments from everyone, thank you for bringing me clarity on keeping the space clean and simple. I think I know where I'd like to go, which is to maybe add a table lamp or 2 on either side of the TV, and then fill spaces on the coffee table and cabinet judiciously with a few curated, unique pieces that speak to our family.


    Boxerpal, all the clutter on the cabinetry under the TV will be cleared, and that stack of items on the right side by the walls are random blankets that we have accumulated... this will also be cleared away.


  • last year

    If you decide to go with a larger TV, consider a Frame TV. It's designed to display artwork when the TV isn't in use. This could give a nice pop of color that you may be looking to include.

    Making home a feel-good space with The Frame | Samsung US

    Erika Miller thanked bearbev
  • last year

    My 2 cents. Your living room is furnished similar in my very modern MCM home. My accent chairs, similar, Room & Board black leather. i purchased a Samsung Frame TV & a teak frame to surround it. I love it. I also added a 3 to 4 foot high snake plant in a modern white planter, easy to care for. Perhaps add a larger modern vase or two to you console. Keep it simple.

  • PRO
    last year

    I like it just the way it is not every sq inch of space needs something . You could do a bigger TV but for sure hung a bit lower , even the one you have.

    Erika Miller thanked Patricia Colwell Consulting
  • last year

    If you add lamps to the TV area, add only one. I don't think that having symmetrical lamps make sense here. I agree with others. This space feels pretty complete and serene to me just as it is.

    Erika Miller thanked Kendrah
  • last year

    Agree with jackowskib we have 2 Samsung Frame TVs we change the pictures in the screen seasonally

  • last year

    I would move the TV to the left. Start by centering it on the coffee table, and go from there until it looks right. Put one large item to the right of it. Either wall art, a plant etc. Symmetry is not your friend here.

  • PRO
    last year

    I agree with those who say leave the wall alone. If you feel the need to do anything, just find some nice objects to put on the credenza and call it a day.

  • PRO
    last year

    Perhaps you'd like something like this...


  • last year

    Simplicity is the hardest look to attain. Yours is perfect. Keep it.

    Erika Miller thanked ranger737
  • last year

    I personally wouldn't try to fill it. You could balance the large plant on the right with a slightly taller one to the left of your TV on the console, and that's it.


    If you really want more, you could do sconces on each side of the TV (maybe the kind that does both uplight and down light). But this isn't the 80s, where walls had to be filled with flowers, plaques, and shelves. I think your room is lovely and airy the way it is. If you must put more on that wall, I'd keep it to mirrors or lights, bc they can add to the space without adding much visual "noise."