When planning a contemporary living room, the TV unit is one of the most influential furniture choices you’ll make. A TV wall unit does more than hold a screen – it defines the visual balance of the space, provides essential storage, and helps integrate your media equipment in a clean, modern way. One of the key decisions is whether to choose a floating TV unit or a floor-standing design.
Our Italian brand Lago is a leader in contemporary living furniture, offering flexible, beautifully crafted pieces through its modular ranges. At Belvisi Furniture, we supply a wide selection of Lago living room solutions, including both floating and freestanding units from the 36e8 collection. With many years of experience and a complete interior design service based in Cambridge, Belvisi helps customers choose TV audio units that best suit their room and lifestyle.H2 – What is a Floating TV Unit?
A floating TV unit is mounted directly to the wall, creating a sleek, minimal, and contemporary look. Since it doesn’t touch the floor, it gives the illusion of space and contributes to an airy, modern feel. This makes floating units especially popular in modern open-plan homes where clean lines and unobstructed floor space are highly valued.
Lago’s 36e8 floating designs – including the 36e8 Modular Italian Media Unit and the 36e8 TV Unit 1409B – show just how effective this approach can be. These modular systems allow you to design an audio wall unit that fits your exact needs, incorporating shelves, storage, and concealed cable routes without compromising on style.
Benefits of Floating TV Units
- Creates visual space – Particularly effective in smaller or open-plan rooms.
- Clean modern style – Perfect for contemporary interiors and architectural design.
- Simplified cable management – Wiring can be hidden within the wall for a tidy finish.
- Fully modular – Systems like Lago 36e8 can be tailored to your preferred shape, layout, and finish.
Many floating systems also allow for integrated LED lighting, helping the living room wall unit become a design feature even when the TV is switched off. Because the wall remains visible beneath the unit, the room feels larger, lighter, and more visually balanced.
What is a Floor-Standing TV Unit?
A floor-standing TV unit sits directly on the ground, offering a more traditional and grounded structure. This approach is particularly useful where more storage is needed or where it may not be possible to mount furniture to the wall.
Lago offers beautifully crafted floor-standing options too, such as the 36e8 TV Unit 2146. This design combines stability and storage with Lago’s signature minimal styling – ideal for larger televisions, substantial audio equipment, or living rooms that need a bold, confident focal point.
Benefits of Floor-Standing TV Units
- More storage flexibility – Allows for drawers, shelving, and cabinets.
- No wall mounting required – Perfect for renters or spaces with unsuitable walls.
- Excellent for large TVs and audio systems – Gives added support and stability.
- Strong visual impact – Provides a striking and grounded central feature.
Floating or Floor Standing: How to Choose?
- Room dimensions – Floating TV units can make smaller rooms feel more open, while freestanding furniture works well in larger spaces.
- Equipment – Consider how much media storage you require and whether you need space for gaming consoles, speakers, streaming devices, or vinyl collections.
- Personal aesthetic – Floating designs suit minimal interiors, while floor-standing units deliver a more substantial and anchored look.
- Installation – Floor-standing pieces avoid the need for drilling, wall preparation, or reinforcement.
At Belvisi Furniture, we also offer a full range of TV, audio, and wall units to help customers explore both floating and freestanding options from leading Italian manufacturers.
Expert Interior Design Support in Cambridge
Choosing the perfect media installation is much easier with professional guidance. At Belvisi, we provide full interior design services in Cambridge, helping customers create living spaces that are practical, beautiful, and completely tailored to their needs. With years of experience and a strong customer-focused approach, Belvisi works collaboratively to deliver interiors that suit each client’s lifestyle, layout, and visual preferences.
From selecting materials and finishes to planning room layouts and coordinating furniture, Belvisi ensures the end result feels cohesive, balanced, and well thought out.
Explore Modern TV & Audio Units at Belvisi Furniture
Whether you’re drawn to the openness of a floating TV unit or the presence and stability of a floor-standing design, Lago offers exceptional craftsmanship and modular flexibility. With a wide selection available at Belvisi Furniture, you can build a living room wall unit that feels perfectly integrated into your home and the way you live.