A TV unit has a slightly awkward job. It needs to hold equipment, hide everyday clutter and sit beneath a large black screen—without becoming another bulky object in the room. This custom swamp rimu TV unit handles that balance through a long, low form, an open shelf and a strong contrast between the dark top and lighter elm fronts.
The project gallery contains eight workshop photographs. There are no recorded dimensions, finish specification or installed-room images, so the story here is about the visible design, material pairing and storage construction.
Elm fronts with their own natural character
The elm fronts are the first thing you notice at close range. Their lighter colour, broad grain and small knots make each section distinct. Rather than matching the fronts into a perfectly uniform panel, the design lets the variation remain visible.
Dark timber pulls sit proud of the drawer and door faces. Their simple shape is easy to read against the elm and ties the lower storage back to the darker swamp-rimu top.
A wider front view shows the storage arrangement more clearly. The unit combines enclosed sections below with a long open shelf above, keeping frequently used media equipment accessible while other items can sit behind the timber fronts.
A long, low custom entertainment unit
From the corner, the overall structure comes into focus. Substantial timber end panels support the top and frame the open shelf. The horizontal lines keep the piece visually low, which is useful beneath a television where excessive height can push the screen into an uncomfortable viewing position.
The top has a deep brown tone and visible grain running along its length. Its outer edge retains a naturally uneven profile rather than being reduced to a perfectly straight manufactured line. That small irregularity gives the upper surface presence without adding decoration.
For buyers considering a custom TV unit in Auckland, proportions matter as much as timber choice. The useful starting points are the television width, wall length, preferred screen height, equipment sizes and the amount of closed storage required. A unit can then be designed around the actual setup rather than leaving devices squeezed into unsuitable compartments.
Material contrast doing the design work
The next top view makes the colour contrast especially clear. Dark swamp rimu establishes the outer frame and upper surface, while the elm fronts introduce lighter, more varied grain below. Honestly, the piece doesn’t need extra ornament—the materials already give it enough movement.
The selected cover image is the strongest complete view. It shows the broad top, open shelf, enclosed lower storage and timber end supports together. The design feels substantial, but the gap through the middle prevents it from reading as a solid block.
Storage that is finished inside as well
The final two photographs move away from the exterior and into the drawers. The first overhead view shows a timber-lined drawer box with clean internal surfaces and a solid front. The inside is treated as part of the furniture, not simply hidden construction.
An angled view shows the drawer extended on dark metal runners. Interlocking corner joinery is visible along the drawer box, while the elm front remains separate from the darker interior timber. These are the sorts of details that matter in furniture used every day: the drawer must open cleanly, carry what is stored in it and still look considered when pulled out.
You can view the complete Swamp Rimu TV Unit with Elm Fronts gallery to inspect all eight workshop views.
Planning a custom TV unit in Auckland?
Before requesting a quote, gather the practical information: wall width, television dimensions, preferred viewing height, media-device sizes, ventilation needs, cable locations, storage requirements and photographs of the room. Reference images can help explain the style you prefer, but the equipment list is just as important.
Pricing depends on overall size, timber selection, storage configuration, hardware, finish and installation requirements. If you’re looking for a custom timber entertainment unit in Auckland, discuss your TV-unit project with INWOOD Furniture. Send through your measurements and equipment details so the layout can be planned around how the unit will actually be used.