Curated Finds for Rachel | Media Console
Based on your brief, I focused on media consoles that balance warmth and character with cleaner contemporary lines. With a beige sofa and a lighter burl wood coffee table already in the room, the aim was to find pieces that feel cohesive rather than competing for attention. The selections lean into softer curves, textured detailing, and natural wood finishes that complement the organic shape and movement of burl wood.
Each option takes a slightly different direction, from more sculptural and decorative to cleaner and more contemporary, but still feeling versatile enough for a transitional and eclectic living room.
Hopefully these options are a good starting point and help narrow down the direction that feels most at home in your space!
The carved wave doors give this piece real dimension and movement, making it feel more like a decorative furniture piece than a standard TV unit. The light wood would sit beautifully with your burl wood coffee table, especially with darker accessories or a rug to add contrast.
This is a strong fit for what you've described in your brief. The curved edges soften the silhouette, while the oak finish works beautifully and becomes an anchor in the space with the beige sofa and lighter burl wood tones. At 162cm wide, it also gives the 60" TV the right sense of proportion.
This leans slightly more contemporary but I wanted to include it as the ribbed detailing add dimension and contrast. The slimmer legs keep the piece visually lighter, helping it sit comfortably in the room without feeling too heavy against the softer furniture.
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Miaad is one of the stylists for Design Lab, Livingetc’s personalized design service. Guided by an instinct for craftsmanship and the beauty of lived-in spaces, she brings a refined balance of creative vision and commercial understanding. Her career, shaped between New York and London, spans luxury interiors and retail furniture design, from creating immersive environments for global brands such as Ferrari and Montblanc to guiding discerning clients through high-end projects at DWR and Restoration Hardware. With a sharp eye for detail and deep knowledge of UK and US furniture brands, Miaad believes great design begins with empathy and intention. She creates spaces that balance aesthetic clarity with everyday life, where individuality feels effortless and beauty feels personal.