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Wall That Has It All, The

Can't figure out how to handle the television, stereo equipment, and a fireplace? Here's one stylish solution.

Let's face it. No matter how hard we try to get around it, the television is a big part of our decor. Add to this a collection of CDs and DVDs, and you're left wondering: Is there a way to contain this clutter stylishly? Sure, an armoire would do the trick, but then how would you arrange furniture to enjoy both the TV and the fireplace? Here's how Lynne and Steve Hamontree of Greenville, South Carolina, got it right.

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Their home was undergoing a major renovation; the family room was part of new construction, and architect Mark Maresca developed a plan for the space. Instead of filling the entire wall with built-ins, he added a series of small windows above custom shelves. The mullions are positioned in a star formation and painted black.

Custom cases

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