That’s where media cabinets come into play, since they blend form and function in your living room. Also known as media consoles, TV stands, and entertainment centers, media cabinets perform ...

Mixing light and dark wood furniture in the same room? I don't think I'd do it. A mix of two woods in the same piece might look OK. Lighter wood flooring with darker wood furniture might look OK.

Perhaps the biggest shift in 2025 living room trends is the request for richer wood tones. “More people want finishes that offer the feeling of being there for some time,” Baker says.