A TV unit does more than give your television a place to sit. It helps organise cables, consoles and remotes, adds useful storage and can make the screen feel more considered within the room. At OZ Design, you can compare TV units in a range of sizes, timbers, finishes and styles to find one that works with your television and the way your living room is used.
## Start with the TV, then measure the room
Before choosing a TV unit, check the width of your television and the wall it will sit against. As a general rule, look for a TV unit that extends approximately **5–15cm beyond either side of your TV**. This creates a more balanced, considered look while giving you useful surface space around the screen. Also check the unit depth so it does not push too far into a walkway or overwhelm the room.
Think about viewing height too. A very tall cabinet can leave the screen sitting uncomfortably high, while a lower TV unit can create a cleaner sightline from the sofa. If you are still planning the room, compare your unit with your [sofa](https://ozdesignfurniture.com.au/sofas-sofabeds/) and [coffee table](https://ozdesignfurniture.com.au/furniture/tables/coffee-tables/) so the proportions work together.
## Storage that works for real life
Closed cupboards and drawers are useful when you want remotes, games and everyday clutter out of sight, while open sections can keep frequently used devices within easy reach. When deciding where consoles, streaming devices or other media equipment will live, allow enough space around them for airflow and avoid tightly enclosing devices that generate heat. Always follow the ventilation recommendations provided by the device manufacturer.
Cable management is worth considering too. Look for openings or accessible spaces at the back of the TV unit that allow power cords, HDMI cables and other connections to reach your devices without becoming tangled or overly visible. Keeping cables organised can help create a cleaner, more considered entertainment space while making devices easier to connect and access.
Timber TV units bring warmth to a living room and do not need to match every other timber piece exactly. A slightly different tone can feel more natural than trying to force an exact match. Mixed materials, textured fronts and darker finishes can make the TV unit more of a feature.
For a coordinated living area, explore [side tables](https://ozdesignfurniture.com.au/furniture/tables/side-end-tables/), [coffee tables](https://ozdesignfurniture.com.au/furniture/tables/coffee-tables/) and [wall art](https://ozdesignfurniture.com.au/homewares/wall-art/).
## Made for the room you actually live in
The TV unit is often where the remote disappears, the game controllers get dropped and family movie nights begin. Choose the size and storage around those everyday habits, not just how the piece looks on its own.
OZ Design has been sharing life with Australian homes since 1979. Browse TV units online or visit a showroom to compare scale, materials and finishes in person.