Mid-Century Modern TV Unit with Travertine-Clad Sliding Doors & Rounded Walnut Frame

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular confidence in furniture that refuses hard edges. This mid-century modern TV unit, with its fully rounded corners and continuous walnut frame, carries itself with the unhurried ease of Scandinavian-inflected design at its most considered. The silhouette is low and wide — the proportions engineered so the eye settles naturally into the room rather than being pulled upward. Two sliding doors in tessellated travertine mosaic provide the surface interest that the clean frame deliberately withholds, creating a balance between material richness and structural restraint.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The frame is constructed from Romanian solid redwood (under 10% humidity), finished in a warm walnut tone with a lacquered surface that deepens the grain without obscuring it. The panels — covering the sliding door fronts, top surface, and side returns — are clad in a hand-set travertine mosaic in a grid pattern, each cream-and-gold tessera individually placed. The contrast between the smooth, dark walnut frame and the textured, light-catching travertine surface is not accidental: it is the design's central argument. Angled splayed legs — finished in the same travertine cladding — extend the logic of the piece to the floor, giving it a sense of lightness despite its generous width.

Dimensions & Details

The unit offers two open storage shelves accessed from the central recess when the sliding doors are drawn to either side, providing practical media storage without hardware or handles that would interrupt the clean visual line. The sliding door mechanism runs smoothly within the walnut channel. Dimensions are available on request — the piece can be produced in custom widths to suit specific wall configurations.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every unit is handcrafted in Egypt by skilled artisans who set each travertine tessera by hand and finish the walnut frame through multiple lacquer stages. Brass & Wood's production process combines traditional joinery with modern material sourcing — the travertine is selected for consistent color and the wood is kiln-dried to under 10% humidity for long-term dimensional stability. This is a piece built to remain in a room for decades without apology.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this TV unit made from?

The frame is Romanian solid redwood finished in a walnut lacquer. The door fronts, top surface, and side panels are clad in natural travertine mosaic with a cream-and-gold tone. The legs are also travertine-clad.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — typically attaching the legs to the cabinet body. Full instructions and hardware are included with every unit.

Can this TV unit be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization in width, wood finish tone, and travertine color selection. Contact us to discuss your specific room dimensions and requirements.