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If someone thinks it's dated, then I'd like to know what they think is "in style".
Entertainment centers in general are not really "in style" because most people wall mount their large, flat screen televisions. Based on the size compared to that Wii, I'm saying that's around a 32-36 inch TV, which is small in today's world. A lot of people will not want the OP's house, or would buy it planning to remodel or remove that built in because it will not accommodate the larger TVs people are more likely to own or buy these days as their main tv. So yes, it's dated. Beautiful carpentry work but not consistent with the way many people live these days.
It IS beautiful. Instead of a TV wouldn't it be great to have a huge built-in aquarium (with lights) there? Don't worry--you should leave it alone. And no one would want to go to the expense of the custom aquarium, but I would love to VISIT someone who had one there.
Entertainment centers in general are not really "in style" because most people wall mount their large, flat screen televisions. Based on the size compared to that Wii, I'm saying that's around a 32-36 inch TV, which is small in today's world. A lot of people will not want the OP's house, or would buy it planning to remodel or remove that built in because it will not accommodate the larger TVs people are more likely to own or buy these days as their main tv. So yes, it's dated. Beautiful carpentry work but not consistent with the way many people live these days.
I think a 55" TV could easily fit there, which would be adequate for most people. Personally I hate TV's mounted on walls, I like them to be at eye level.
Entertainment centers in general are not really "in style" because most people wall mount their large, flat screen televisions. Based on the size compared to that Wii, I'm saying that's around a 32-36 inch TV, which is small in today's world. A lot of people will not want the OP's house, or would buy it planning to remodel or remove that built in because it will not accommodate the larger TVs people are more likely to own or buy these days as their main tv. So yes, it's dated. Beautiful carpentry work but not consistent with the way many people live these days.
Good heavens....the one that's there looks pretty large to me, and there is room for plenty more.
As far as wall mounting goes, I agree with the poster who said they like to have the TV at eye level. It hurts my neck to look up constantly...I get tired of craning my neck when I visit my mom, who has hers mounted pretty high.
I don't like built-ins but this one could be an exception. It doesn't look cheap. If the new buyer has Duncan Phyfe furniture it may even accent the room nicely.
If someone thinks it's dated, then I'd like to know what they think is "in style".
Something where the center piece isn't built around an object that changes in size every few years. About a decade ago when "average" TVs rapidly grew in size, building an expensive ornate cabinet costing 5-10 times the price of the TV to "permanently" house them stopped making any sense at all.
I agree. I think it looks nice! The wood looks well-cared for, and it is a striking focal point in the room. It could have been built last year, for all I know. Not everybody likes "super-modern".
Entertainment centers in general are not really "in style" because most people wall mount their large, flat screen televisions. Based on the size compared to that Wii, I'm saying that's around a 32-36 inch TV, which is small in today's world. A lot of people will not want the OP's house, or would buy it planning to remodel or remove that built in because it will not accommodate the larger TVs people are more likely to own or buy these days as their main tv. So yes, it's dated. Beautiful carpentry work but not consistent with the way many people live these days.
That looks like a 44 inch to me, which is about standard for a family room around here.
I like it! But the less you do to it now, the more options new owners will have.
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