ᐅ How can I make IKEA Platsa units look attractive as TV furniture?

Hello everyone, I am planning to use my IKEA Platsa as a TV unit but want to make it more attractive and functional. Since the Platsa series is quite flexible but often looks rather plain, I’m interested in how to enhance the piece visually without having to fully customize it. Specifically, what design options are there, for example, through color accents, lighting, additional elements, or accessories? And how can the furniture be tastefully adapted to a modern living room without it looking like a standard IKEA shelving unit? I look forward to your tips and ideas!

Hello LELUMI,

First of all, I think your question is well focused, as Platsa indeed offers many possibilities. To make the furniture more attractive as a TV unit, a systematic approach is recommended.

- Color design: Use the various color options for the fronts and carcasses of Platsa. White or textured fronts create a clean look, but accents in darker gray or blue add depth.
- Lighting: Integrated LED lighting on the shelves or behind the units can create atmosphere. Make sure to choose a dimmable solution.
- Back panels: Replace the standard back panels with wood or metal panels, possibly with texture, to provide contrast.
- Cable management: This is often underestimated. Use Platsa’s cable guides and supplement them with self-installed pass-throughs to keep everything tidy.
- Accessories: Doors with glass fronts, additional shelves, and matching boxes increase flexibility.

I’m interested in how much storage space you need and which technical devices you want to connect. That way, I can offer you more specific tips for practical customization.

Use colored cabinet fronts and avoid open shelves to create a calmer appearance. LED strips behind the TV provide a great ambiance.

If you use Platsa as a TV unit, install shelf rails to hide TV cables and store accessories efficiently.

Super cool project! Just add a few colorful elements or place some nice plants nearby, that makes all the difference. 😄

LELUMI schrieb:
Since the Platsa series is actually very flexible but often looks quite plain, I’m interested in how to make the piece of furniture more visually appealing without fully customizing it.

I’d like to add something to this point: With simple tricks, you can already “upgrade” the furniture without drilling holes or doing complicated modifications. One idea is to cover the surfaces with high-quality films, which come in many designs – wood grain, concrete look, or even velvet textures provide a very individual appearance. Metal or leather handles also fit very well.

LELUMI schrieb:
What design options are there, for example through color accents, lighting, additional elements, or accessories?

Another effective approach is sideboards or toppers with integrated lighting, which should preferably be warm white to create a cozy atmosphere. For example, small LED spotlights can be integrated on the sides – this visually separates the TV from the storage.

It’s also important to carefully consider the proportions: A TV unit shouldn’t be too low to ensure a comfortable viewing experience. Do you already have some measurements in mind?

My questions for you: What width and depth have you planned, and how large is your TV? This will help recommend suitable combinations.