22 Functional Farmhouse TV Stand Decor Ideas We Love

Whether your TV is mounted above the mantel or sits on top of a media stand or credenza, you may be struggling with how to best decorate the surrounding area so that it complements your farmhouse-style aesthetic.

Luckily, there are many clever ways to embrace the farmhouse look while still ensuring that your TV area is as functional as possible. Read on to gain inspiration from our favorite farmhouse TV stand decor ideas.

Keep It Simple

Classic candlesticks are a staple piece of farmhouse decor, and they'll look lovely on a traditional TV stand as well as on the mantel top. Many people opt to hang their television above the fireplace, so in this instance, the decor must be kept smaller in scale to fit in a narrow space.

Display Art

Landscape artwork is commonly seen in farmhouse-style homes and looks nice styled solo or layered together. If your TV includes an art mode option, even better!

Pick a Plant

You can't ever go wrong with the addition of a small potted plant on your credenza. Green friends of all shapes and sizes add life and energy to any room; you'll find various plants in most farmhouse spaces.

Use Dried Flowers

Dried flowers are stylish all year long, and the best part is that they'll last for years on end, unlike your average fresh bouquet. Place them in a pretty ceramic vessel for some textural flair.

Add Wooden Accents

This TV is surrounded by built-ins that are decorated with small wooden accents. By no means do you have to purchase an entire collection of trinkets all at once—instead, you can keep your eye out for pieces that speak to you as you travel or go thrift shopping.

Try a Potted Olive Tree

Olive trees are a farmhouse favorite thanks to their dainty, classic look. Whether you opt for a real or fake option, you won't want to miss out on displaying this lovely plant somewhere in your home.

Elevate Candles

Easily elevate any candle jar you have on hand by placing it underneath a cloche when it isn't in use. This will bring instant sophistication to any space.

Corral Cords

Farmhouse homes are full of woven boxes and baskets of all kinds. Here, we see two small woven trinket boxes stacked together on the TV stand. Boxes like these are excellent for tucking away extra remotes, batteries, and other essential but unsightly tech gear.

Style a Watering Can

If your farmhouse-style home is full of plants, make sure to keep a watering can on hand. Choose one that you'll actually be excited to use, too—we love this shiny gold number, which looks right at home perched on the credenza.

Stack Books

No one can ever own too many coffee table books, right? If your shelves are already overflowing, consider moving part of your collection to the TV stand, where you can showcase some of your favorite titles.

Deck the Halls

The TV stand can be a nice place to display some of your holiday decor when the season strikes. Rather than going bold with reds and greens, consider sticking to neutral items, as shown here, which will result in a more rustic, nostalgic look.

Make It Symmetrical

Topiaries are so elegant and will add a stately touch to your buffet, whether it's placed in the dining room or housing a TV. Choose some stylish potted plants (we love this scalloped terra cotta design) for some extra flair.

Choose a Lamp

Farmhouse dwellers love collecting ceramic vessels in all forms, and fortunately, there are many stylish ceramic table lamps on the market. Place one on your media stand to add some mood lighting to the family room.

Go Minimalist

There's nothing wrong with keeping your TV stand—or in this case, hutch—nice and simple. A handmade ceramic vessel shines even when empty and complements the gray-green hues of the hutch.

Stash Your Stuff

Wooden boxes are also a farmhouse staple and can be used to house remotes and DVDs or even special cards and photos. They will also add some natural texture and color if you have mostly neutral decor.

Display a Bowl

A long wooden bowl like the one shown here is a great piece given that it's versatile enough to style in different ways as the seasons change. In the fall, fill it with cinnamon-scented potpourri, and in the summer, place faux lemons or limes inside for a bit of color.

Give Old Books New Life

For a rustic look, place some vintage books on the TV stand. Whether you inherit these from older family members or pick them up at an antique store, they're sure to be instant conversation starters.

Frame Photos

In today's digital era, displaying framed photos isn't as common as it used to be, but it's always worth taking the time to print out some sentimental snaps. Wooden frames like those shown here will add personality to your TV stand and allow you to gaze at your loved ones all day long.

Choose Some Art

If you'd rather display some artwork than photos, try a carved wooden art piece like the white one shown here to add some texture and pattern to the mix. Choose one that matches the rest of your room's theme to bring everything together.

Say Yes to Brass

If you crave a touch of metal, add a gold sculptural object to the mix. Brass accents look beautiful among farmhouse-style decor and bring a charming touch to the rest of your space.

Design a Setup

If you're a small space dweller, your TV stand may have to serve multiple functions—this one houses books, flowers, a candle, and bar supplies. Use trays to keep items corralled neatly and to ensure they're easily accessible.

Go Green

If you're stumped as to how to best fill empty space on your TV stand, consider adding some greenery. The pop of green will perk you up all year long.

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