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You can enhance ‘media units’ by using a surface finish such as wallpaper, slat walling or tiling


of cabinets or even back lighting the television all help to create a really special ambiance


able management and the position of your sockets is important ou can have sockets fitted inside cabinets or at the back of shelves nsure you have sufficient e careful where you put the socket behind the   central position always seems like a good idea but be mindful of how the  bracket is constructed the frame may clash with the socket and not allow for the depth of socket and plug t’s a good idea to have purchased both the television and the bracket prior to building the wall detail onsider the weight of your  f you


are building out a faux’ chimney breast you will need to make sure that the ’s recess is lined with something substantial


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in order to get a solid fixing ake sure cabinet is the right sie for your other euipment, check dimensions prior to making or purchasing these hould you want to go a simpler route


there are numerous furniture companies offering suitable options or a modest cost you can find low-level storage designed for housing all the kit and allowing the  to sit on top on a stand ou can enhance this by using a different surface finish such as wallpaper, timber slat walling, tiling or other decorative finishes behind the unit defining the space and creating a feature ther companies provide modular units to create a more co-ordinated group of cabinets at varying heights and sies


ave fun with your planning, and detail


your ideas in advance and make sure you sketch out the design to scale his way you can ensure that sockets are in the right place and that you have suitable storage ssemble a collection of all the surface finishes you propose to use, and then be sure that they are suitably fire retardant if you are incorporating a fire here are numerous ideas on interest and nstagram to take inspiration from, and if you are familiar with the software,  programmes such as idjourney can be hugely helpful


f you need help talk to your local


joiner, cabinet maker or interior designer  their expertise will help bring your ideas to life


Judith Harrop is partner at Judith Harrop Interior Design


may/jun 2024


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