Mid century modern design is a popular style that has experienced a resurgence in recent years. If you’re looking to add a touch of retro chic to your living room, a mid century modern TV stand is a great choice. These stands are characterized by their clean lines, natural materials, and sleek shapes.

One of the key features of a mid century modern TV stand is its minimalist design. These stands are often made of wood, and feature simple shapes and geometric forms. They often have a low profile, and are designed to blend seamlessly into the surrounding decor. This makes them perfect for smaller living spaces, as they won’t take up too much visual real estate.

Quality.

Depending on your need for a mid century modern TV stand, a new buffet for the dinning room, or storage for office equipment quality is key. This is the main reason for this blog post. After we stopped by Bowen Town and Country Furniture Co. seeing the BDi stand up desk and their cabinetry we were sold. Even with the larger price tag it is worth the price of entry because it is not cheap junk.

Form and Function of a Mid Century Modern TV Stand

In addition to their sleek design, mid century modern TV stands are also incredibly functional. Many of them feature multiple compartments and shelves, which can be used to store and display your media components, books, and other items. This makes them a great choice for those who want to keep their living space clutter-free and organized.

The BDi Corridor 8179 is an award-winning design distinguished by its louvered doors and durable satin-tempered glass top. Ideal for complete gaming systems, the cabinet boasts adjustable and removable shelves, allowing a total height clearance of up to 17.25 inches, perfect for even a vertically positioned PS5.

The remote-friendly and acoustically transparent louvered doors—along with ventilation built into the bottom, rear, and top panels—allow heat to disperse evenly.

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Measure twice cut once, Remember that and you will be OK. It’s important to consider the size of your TV and the overall layout of your living room. Look for a stand that will provide a stable and secure base for your TV, and that has enough storage space to meet your needs. You’ll also want to think about the material of the stand – wood is a popular choice for mid century modern TV stands, but there are also options available in other materials such as metal or glass.

BDI Corridor 8179 Quad-Width Tall Media Cabinet, Chocolate Stained Walnut

what we like about this cabinet is the satin finish glass top and the free flow of air inside. If you have any equipment that needs to stay cool or and you need to get a remote signal, you can use this unit in sizes from 2 doors to 4. This model also has the same top as the adjustable floor desk.

BDI Elements 8777 Triple Wide Cabinet, Wheat Doors, Media Base, Charcoal.

Like the above design this mid century modern TV stand has open doors not only to pass air but also RF and Infrared signals from remotes.

This design is unique at BDi – but it follow many mid-century design elements.

The BDI Interval – 66″ Media Cabinet, Ebonized Ash/Natural Walnut

Most BDi units have these features:
CABLE MANAGEMENT: Engineered to keep cables and power cords controlled and out of sight. Integrated routing channels neatly conceal and organize unsightly cable clutter.
FLOW-THROUGH VENTILATION: Facilitates airflow through generous ventilation slots integrated into the door, bottom panel, shelf and rear panel.
REMOTE-FRIENDLY DOOR: Keep components out of sight yet easily accessible and controlled by infrared (IR) remote controls.
ACOUSTIC-FRIENDLY DOOR: Unique design permits audio signals from a soundbar or center channel speaker to easily pass-through, even when closed.

Period Correct Mid Century Modern TV Stands

There are several locations that you can find original units that are typically in the same price range of the BDi units. I often factor in with my budget the thoughts of period correct furniture and lighting. Until BDi – I would say buy the period correct units. However since they are so practical and on target it is hard to beat. After all you may spend MONTHS trying to find “just the right” piece vs. buying one of these.
To see period correct models head on over to Mid-Century Moblers site – they might have exactly what you are looking for!

Overall, a mid century modern TV stand is a stylish and practical addition to any living space. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of retro flair to your home or simply want a functional and organized storage solution, these stands are a great choice.

Until Next time!