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Rack for the living room: how to choose the right model?

Here are some tips for choosing the ideal rack for your living room, taking into account the style of the decor and the size of the project

By Yeska Coelho

Submitted at Jan 27, 2025, 12:00 PM

05 min de leitura
Project by Rafael Ramos

Project by Rafael Ramos (Fotos: Anita Soares / Produção visual: Studio Jefferson Stunner)

The rack is a key piece to ensure the look of the living room. This very versatile piece of furniture can adapt to different styles and also bring functionality to the room. Whether it's for organizing electronics, supporting books and notebooks and many other functions, the rack is also an important decorative piece to reinforce the style of the room. Choosing the ideal model can be a challenging task, but with the right tips, you can find a model that combines practicality and beauty. Check out some suggestions for making the right choice!

Living room style


Built from scratch, the house combines integrated environments and national design. Designed by Paiva e Passarini Arquitetura. In the photo, TV room with slatted rack and shelf,

Projeto de Paiva e Passarini Arquitetura. (Xavier Neto/CASACOR)

The first step to choosing the perfect rack is to take into account the style of the room. If your living room is more classic, a dark wood rack with elaborate details could be the right choice. For modern environments, slatted or colored racks can be very welcome.

Rack size


Compact 56 m² apartment was designed for a family of four. Nop Arquitetura project. In the photo, living room with closet, rack and white sofa.

Nop Arquitetura project. (Visual production: Pollyanna Coutinho / Photos: Re Freitas/CASACOR)

A rack that is too big can overwhelm the room, while one that is too small can waste space and make the proportions look awkward. To ensure the perfect fit, measure the space available for the rack before making the purchase. Ideally, the rack should be no longer than the width of the sofa (or very close to it). Also, think about the height: it should be proportional to the height of the sofa so that the TV view is comfortable.

Functionality


Contemporary industrial décor marks a 120 m² project in Botafogo. Designed by o+Lab Juntos Arquitetura. In the photo, living room with curved slatted rack.

Project by o+Lab Juntos Arquitetura. (Luiza Schreier/CASACOR)

A good rack goes beyond a simple TV stand. It can be important for organizing your electronic devices and decorative pieces. If this is the case, look for models with adjustable shelves, drawers or closed niches to store objects that you don't want exposed. Some models can be customized, like a wooden wine cellar integrated into the rack, for example.

Model


Érica Salguero designed the tallest residential building in São Paulo. In the photo: TV room with camouflaged rack.

Projeto Érica Salguero. (Renato Navarro/CASACOR)

The model and material (such as wood, metal, glass, etc.) will have an impact on both the style and durability of the furniture. You should also find out about the care required for each finish to ensure that the piece lasts longer and remains beautiful.