Designing Around the Screen: Stylish TV Wall Ideas That Work with Your Living Room, Not Against It
Let’s be honest—TVs are the elephants in the well-designed room.
We all have one (or several), but no one wants their living room to look like a sports bar. And yet, decorating around a wall-mounted TV is one of the most common design dilemmas we hear about at Lark.
Luckily, the old “hide it in a cabinet and pretend it doesn’t exist” approach is out. Today’s TV wall decoration ideas for living rooms embrace the screen and elevate your space.
Here’s how to style around your wall-mounted television like a designer .
1. The Frame TV: Because Sometimes the Obvious Answer Is the Best One
We’re not getting paid to say this, but honestly—Samsung’s Frame TV changed the game. It’s thin. It’s flush-mounted. And with the right bezel? It actually looks like art.
“I love how you can swap the frame and even choose digital artwork that fits your home’s vibe,” says Janelle Patton, principal designer and founder of Lark Interiors. “And if you're feeling adventurous, Etsy has some seriously cool custom options to make it look truly one-of-a-kind.”
✔️ Lark Tip: Treat it like actual art! Build a gallery wall around it or pair it with a floating shelf below to create visual balance.
2. Placement Is Everything (And Higher Doesn’t Mean Better)
Yes, above the fireplace is convenient—but is it ideal? Not always. That said, sometimes it’s the only logical spot.
“My preference is to hang TVs on the lower side of things,” says Janelle. “They’re usually mounted way too high, especially over mantels.”
If your mantel is tall, you’re stuck—just don’t go rogue and mount the TV off to the side. That creates competing focal points, and your eye won’t know where to land.
✔️ Pro Tip from our Lark experts: Keep the center of the screen around 56-65 inches from the floor, depending on your TV size and room layout.
3. Balance the TV with Beautiful Built-Ins or Artful Styling
If you’ve got a blank wall, don’t let your TV float there like a lonely black rectangle. Instead, frame it with built-ins, floating shelves, or statement art to ground the composition.
Try surrounding your TV with:
Framed family photos (bonus points for black-and-white)
Architectural drawings or neutral-toned abstract art
Symmetrical sconces or picture lights for a gallery-inspired vibe
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5. Embrace Dark Paint or Wallpaper Behind the TV
One trick we love for decorating around a wall mounted TV is using a dark or textured wall finish behind the screen.
✔️ Deep hues like charcoal, navy, or even a moody green can make the TV blend in instead of stand out.
✔️ Wallpaper with subtle texture or pattern adds sophistication without visual chaos.
💡 Check out our favorite paint color ideas for Dallas homes for tones that play well with screens and sunlight.
Final Thoughts: Let the TV Live (Stylishly)
Look, we’re not going to pretend we don’t binge true crime documentaries on weeknights. But in a world where homes are for living, the best design doesn’t hide the television—it works with it.
Whether you’re embracing a Frame TV, building out custom shelves, or just want to stop cringing at that giant black box, these TV wall decoration ideas for your living room will help you strike the perfect balance between comfort and style.
👉 Want help designing a room that works just as beautifully as it looks? Contact Lark Interiors and let’s make screen time stylish.
LARK INTERIORS
An interior design and residential architecture firm based in Dallas, Texas and focused on liveable luxury. We believe in comfy sofas, performance fabrics, and coffee tables you can put your feet on.