Fireplace TV walls are tricky – you’re combining two focal points that usually compete for attention. Mount the TV too high and you’re craning your neck. Ignore the fireplace and it feels like wasted space.
Modern designs solve this by treating both as one integrated feature with clean lines and materials that tie them together – instead of making you choose which one the room is actually about.
1. Contemporary Metal Fireplace Surround
To keep a fireplace and TV center easy to style, go with a neutral color scheme. The gray brick at the base complements the metal chimney breast perfectly.
The light wood finish on the open shelving to the right connects visually with the lighter cabinets on the left, the accent chair, and the area rug border.
2. Contemporary Farmhouse Idea
A fresh take on farmhouse shiplap is to stain it a deeper color for a cozier feel. This is a more upscale option than a standard ready-made electric fireplace TV stand.
3. Traditional Fireplace Upgrade Idea
Sometimes the best spot for your television is right above the fireplace. This arrangement works beautifully when it blends into the dark gray background above the mantel.
The fireplace is painted white, with mortar that matches the dark gray wall above. Remember, when mounting a TV high on a wall, angle it downward for the best viewing comfort.
4. Add Texture and Warmth
For a smooth contemporary look with a gas or electric fireplace, extend tile from the floor to the ceiling. Place the television above a slender mantel.
This textured approach adds character to what would otherwise be a plain living room with white walls.
5. Embrace Symmetry
Symmetrical design brings balance to this formal living room, which draws from Asian aesthetics. The space adds variation to a black and brown palette with different textures.
The fireplace and television arrangement complements the dark coffee table.
6. Modern Stone Fireplace
The gray flagstone fireplace is the main focal point of this wall. Floating shelves hold minimal decor.
Position the television at eye level for comfortable viewing.
7. Double Sided Fireplace Idea
Today, electric, gas, or wood-burning fireplaces come in a wide range of styles. A double-sided fireplace here warms both the dining area and living room at once.
8. Dramatic Marble Fireplace Surround
The television and electric fireplace make a strong statement when mounted on a marble-clad chimney breast. Each piece of gray furniture in the room was chosen carefully, along with the gray background wall, to match the subtle tones in the marble fireplace surround.
9. Bring Balance to a Long Wall
Pick a TV stand that mounts flush to the wall but can also extend and angle outward for the best movie watching. The mantel stretches the whole length of the wall, creating balanced sections in the space.
10. Add Textured Tiles
A modern fireplace TV wall often breaks from traditional styles. The arrangement of the fireplace and television offers a fresh take on contemporary design.
Wavy tiles above the fireplace make a strong feature wall. This adds surprise and texture to the block layout, contrasting nicely with the sleek, dark wood flooring.
11. Use Fireplace as Home Decor
In a stunning modern living room with a prominent abstract art piece, the television and fireplace need a design that goes beyond typical console setups. The television takes up a modest area on the wall.
Choosing a vertical electric fireplace insert instead of a traditional one gives the room a perfect contemporary look.
12. Modern TV Fireplace Design
This minimalist room features a large blue sofa, no window treatments, and warm wooden accents – common elements of new Scandinavian design. The three-sided gas fireplace provides extra heat during colder months.
13. Mix Materials
The art of blending textures is on full display in this fireplace and TV pairing. Look at the stone on the overmantel, the metal chimney above the contemporary see-through fireplace, and a dramatic room that makes the most of its high ceilings.
14. Make an Industrial Statement
This room is all about contrast. The dark industrial metal fireplace surround stands in bold opposition to the warm wooden ceiling and pristine white walls.
The television appears to float above the cabinets, offering a modern contrast to the classic mid-century Eames chair.
15. Keep the Cabinets Low
Smooth surfaces gain life through textures in the furniture and fireplace finishes. Notice how the off-white fireplace is contrasted by the wood mantel.
The fireplace mantel extends to connect with the cabinets on the right, and the television mirrors the fireplace visually.
16. New Take on Traditional Brick Fireplace
The wall-mounted electric fireplace is built into the whitewashed brickwork. The television is hidden in the left corner against a dark backdrop.
This TV placement keeps the look of a dedicated fireplace wall rather than a primary media wall.
17. Modern Curved Fireplace Surround and TV
Custom rectangular sections of dark wood wrap around the corner fireplace. The television is recessed into the wall to keep the finish smooth and uninterrupted.
18. Inserts in an Impossible Area
The television and fireplace are built into the wall design, serving as both a room divider and an entertainment center. You’ll need significant extra structural support if you plan to install an electric fireplace TV combination inside a stud wall.
19. Customized Wood Fireplace Surround Idea
A beautiful Cherrywood finish forms the backdrop for an elegant fireplace and large television. Here again, the television needs to tilt downward toward the seating area for the right viewing angle.
20. Modern Colors in a Traditional Room
Off-white trim paired with light gray adds visual interest to this formal living room. Accessories on the mantel are kept to a minimum so they don’t distract from the viewing area.
21. Contemporary Cover
In this design, the fireplace is tucked behind the sectional sofa. An electric fireplace can often run without heat.
This opens up more design options when decorating your living area. The television above is hidden by sliding doors.
You can hide your TV behind doors, or an interesting piece of art works just as well.
22. Built in Cabinets
While the fireplace is usually the main focus in many rooms, here the television takes center stage in this family room. The fireplace becomes another decorative piece within the large shelving unit.
The television is recessed so it blends into the overall design.
