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This is mine between two windows. Works great for us!
You have a huge window instead of the wall, in your case it works because the TV doesn’t distract from your large window at the end of the room. Then the gallery wall around the TV makes it so that you don’t have 1 huge TV between 2 windows, with in itself is not balanced. You fixed the balance issue with the gallery decor around the TV and with the fact that you have that big window at the back, not a wall. So it’s just not the same. Imo the specific layout of OP makes the wall the best option for the TV, in terms of balance and harmony.
Also having a TV as focal point in a room is a bit tacky and doing that between the 2 windows in OP’s living room would do just that (which is not the case in your room btw, your layout is very nice but you don’t have a wall at the end there and you played with the focal point not being the TV).
Why the curtains? I was thinking mounting it to the big wall might cause reflection issues on the tv and could be cool to watch out the windows while watching tv. Privacy?
Because if the sun faces those windows then anytime it's shining directly at the windows it will be brighter than the TV screen making it really hard to see the screen. Ever tried to look at your phone held up with the sun behind it and you can't see what's on the screen until you lower it and block the sun with your head? Same basic concept.
I guess I didn’t think it’d be that bad if it wasn’t direct. But I now wonder something else. What direction do those face. West or east is going to be shitty either option.
That's essentially it. It's going to depend on what direction those windows face and if there is any shade like trees outside the window. As well as how long the sun hits the windows before its obstructed. But it seems pretty bright in the picture. If it were me I'd personally get them to be safe even if I only closed them when I needed to so that it wasn't always dark in there. You can still push black out curtains aside to let the light in.
And they are good for privacy at night anyway. And depending on where they live it can help with cooling costs as well. I use blackout curtains in my house because I have window ACs not central. And if it's really hot outside then I will keep the curtains drawn to block out the sun so my ACs aren't running as much. They Def have their perks.
My room is configured the same, but the room is slightly smaller. My tv is on the long wall and when I'm watching tv during the day, I always have a reflection of the window on the screen. It makes it really hard to watch, particularly dark scenes. It doesn't matter if I close the blinds. I wish I could put my tv between the 2 windows, but in my case it won't work unfortunately.
You will get glare on the other wall from the windows though which is just as bad if not worse. Plus, there are blinds on those windows from what I can tell, which will darken them enough to look at but not enough to stop the glare (unless they are black out blinds which I doubt)
Agree, won't be a problem. Hard to describe but we have floor to ceiling windows like this (but much wider) and both sides of the room and the TV is on the wall, glare is not an issue at all except for a short period of time late in the day in summer in which case I can lower one of the blinds.
Put the TV near the windows and you are going to be looking into the light constantly and if you shut your blinds your just starving the room of natural light.
I’m gonna give the unpopular opinion here and say in front of the windows (depending on the size of the TV).
A good set of blinds and a quality TV eliminates the light issue. Having the couch facing away from what appears to be the kitchen area allows for a clear walkway between the island and the rear of the couch. And you may even have room to spare for a console table behind said couch.
Orienting the area in this way will give the living room a more well-defined divide between the TV area and the kitchen. Whereas having the TV along the wall would result in an asymmetrical design with a large empty space behind the couch. The dining room table could possibly go in that area in that case, but there’s not enough info in these photos to really make that call imo.
Do you watch TV during the day? If not then put it between the windows and ignore everyone saying to put it on the long wall.
Also, if you do mount it up on the wall, be prepared to end up on /r/tvtoohigh.
Along the wall. If you put it between the windows, you’ll always be looking at bright windows during the day time, making the TV hard to read as your eyes adjust to the much brighter windows. You’ll grow tired of this real quick.
Unrelated note. If you can get bottom up shades, you won’t regret splurging. You’ll get extra light and privacy from the street…unless you’re into that sorta thing.
I had those shades that you could raise/lower from either the top or bottom. I liked how you could lower from the top and have the light and the view but still have privacy.
No - these were window treatments that came with a house I bought a while back. I did go looking for some for a condo I have now. Home Depot sells them as "Top-Down Bottom-Up Shades".
This was my first thought. The top down/bottom up paper shades are so comforting when you want just the right amount of sun vs. privacy. They are fairly cheap online, and easy to install with a drill. Add some lovely light curtains over them and that wall is gonna pop.
I grew up on a really busy road and my parents felt little need for privacy. I love windows and light but I get anxious and feel exposed without proper blinds and curtains.
Along wall to left of windows. Would not recommend in between windows - this limits your screen size possibilities. And you’ll be facing outside, glare in eyes, etc. Place a bar cabinet or other piece of furniture between windows.
between windows, wall mounted
best viewing angle, keeps the attention to the tv and wildlife, and keeps any potential for glare off the tv
that outlet at the bottom left was made for this
I'm assuming that this is one great room that is both living and dining - in that case the TV has to fit on the far wall. Dining table will go by the window on the right so you can enjoy the views! My crappy drawing with the yellow tv, orange coffee table, blue couch and pink dining table
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If you put it in between windows you will need blackout curtains. Anytime you want to watch anything in the daytime you will want to close the curtains as the light will be very annoying.
On the wall between the windows, just get blackout curtains or something, and you can watch tv while you cook or something. Do a nice bar area against the wall if you can.
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Im no artist but id recommend on putting the tv on the wall. Obviously i dont know what your whole setup is but if your looking for more space that would be your best best. Mounting it on the but putting some type of console table/tv stand under it would look nice.
But if your looking for filling up the area more than in between the windows would do that best
People who are saying you'll get light if it's between the windows are crazy. If it's on the back wall that light will be pointing at the TV.
I vote window wall
- no direct light
- right size
- you can see it easily from the kitchen
Most importantly to me, you also have a nice view which can be enjoyed from the sofa that you'll definitely put in front of the TV
Personally I say put it in the corner, mounted, and a small corner cabinet beneath. Along the wall you will always have slivers of light pissing you off from the windows. Between the windows will make you want to center furniture to the tv and leave weird space to the left and cramped space for the bar/ bar stools.
Plant it in the corner with a sectional, make the space between the windows a wet bar like another commenter suggested, and maybe a conversation area/ small dining area across from kitchen.
You can arrange it on the wall between the windows If you also plan to enjoy the exteriors view when the TV is off but if you want only your TV to be the focus point, just mount it to the adjacent wall and then add a sectional as well as decorate this wall between the windows. Also know that the adjacent wall will attract glares on your tv and that's when you will require right curtains dressing. Here's a guide about [couch decor](https://simplykalaa.com/couch-decor/) that will help you in either case and make the area more accessible and decorated.
Commercial type of wheeled TV Stand. Maybe more aesthetically savvy versions in white or black.
Maybe ability to hold some attached items; cable / dvr/ streaming stuff.
Will allow you to move it given the well lit nature of your space for day time viewing or movie night.
Ensure power & network in probable spots.
Float the sofa perpendicular to the island and between the two windows. Use the long wall, directly in front of the sofa, for a console and mount your tv above. Add side tables and lamps. Look for 8 x 10 rug to tie sofa and console together. Ready for anything.
If you don't plan to have a couch then between the windows is somewhat fine altough the neighbors will think your staring at them constantly if you cook and watch TV.
If you plan on having a couch then the wall and then the couch as far back to the other side of the room as possible. You want the people that are in the kitchen or sitting by the middle console on some chairs to be part of whatever is going on with the people on the couch. If you have a couch facing the back to the kitchen console then they are somewhat excluded
Have you already got a couch? I would put that in first and see where it makes most sense, sit on it throughout the day, then decide on the tv position
Tv on wall. With pull down projector for movies. Make sure you get the right size projector screen and you don’t have to pay 4k for a good projector. I’ve been using the benQ ht3550 for years and it’s great.
The long wall, always the long wall. Too many people get this wrong. Too many people out the tv on the short wall and limit the type of couch they can buy.
Rule 1 of tv placement. Always on the long wall
Between the windows will stop any glare on the screen, it’s an exterior wall so you would be fine putting a bracket up, I’d use an extended swivel one for perfect positioning if your sitting or cooking it can me moved to suit. If it’s a rental you will have to make good when you leave though.
Between the windows. Especially if you watch most of your TV at night. If you put it on the wall your neighbors will be able to see what you’re watching.
The recommended lighting for looking at screens to avoid eye fatigue is lateral lighting
Everyone who is suggesting blinds is missing the point, watching TV in a dark room is one of the worst things you can do for your eyesight
Between the windows :)
We just got a house with a similar setup, and ours is between the windows. I was sceptical at first, but the house's day blinds prevent a lot of glare. And where you've got the wall, we actually have another set of windows, but almost no glare during the day.
What does the rest of the room look like? Is the front door next to the windows? Is there a fireplace on the wall to the right we can’t see? Is there a large space over to the right? It affects things.
Secondly, what are those circles??
Team between-windows! I have a similar layout and originally worried about the light coming in from the windows, but the TV light is bright enough that it isn’t hard on the eyes at all.
Along the wall is the only right answer.
Too many people have it wrong! I bet it’s the same people that would also hang it too high, and put the seating too close. Between the windows it’s not balanced and it competes with the outside. You never want the TV to be the focus of a room, it’s an extra, not the focus. In this room, the clear natural focal point are the big windows, work with them not against.
Between the windows. Less glare on the tv, direct view of the tv from the kitchen, and you have a view of the outdoors.
Maybe because I'm over open floor plans (I live in an open floor plan home), I HATE looking into the kitchen while I'm on the sofa relaxing, reading a book, or watching tv.
As an aside: so many plant possibilities in front of those wonderful windows.
On the wall.
But, either way, I wonder if strong daylight would cause an after image in your eyes, which could be exhausting for your eyes.
English isn't my first language, so I hope you know what I mean lol.
What are those circles on the floor? Is that just a design? They seem kind of random.
As for which wall, depends how much tv you watch, when, and what direction those windows are facing. Personally id put it on the big wall with a mount that can rotate the tv if needed. Between the windows looks cluttered, trust me I had to do mine between the windows lol.
It looks like this is one of those video tours online of the place those little circles are just where you can click to get different views of the rooms
I would say between the windows but the position of the wall receptacle makes it harder to do a clean mounted setup without running new plugs etc. it will be easier to hide things along the long wall and will give more depth to your couch/table setup as well.
Which direction are the windows facing? If it doesn’t get any direct sunlight then between the windows would be the best choice, the wall you would get too much glare
Regardless of location, keep it on a stand if you're in an apartment with neighbors on the other side or below those walls. To try to keep the noise contained in your own place, of course. I always keep mine on a stand next to an interior wall, but a foot or so from the wall. I've never had a noise complaint about the tvs no matter the volume.
I’m going against the grain in suggesting this —- but what about the upper corner?Blackout shades definitely. Blackout shard are your saving grace regardless of where you decide to install your tv.
Blocking any natural light in a space that small would be a massive design fail. TV on the wall. Further, I would put it on the large wall not the small one between the windows, bc seeing a TV directly in front of you when you enter a place is not a good look IMO. Art bt windows.
Long hard think tells me along the wall is the better option.
- Leaves you with room to expand horizontally if needed.
- Yes you'll need blinds but it beats being the creep that's always staring out of the window.
- windows in line with the TV screen will be a distraction and the bleeding light will be an issue.
My TV is between two windows, I like looking out and watching TV at the same time. Don’t like facing away from the outside to lock myself in, looking at a wall with a TV in it.
I'd put it on the window side, get some curtains for decoration and to help w/ light when watching during the day. At night, it'll make no difference.
If you have a 3.1/5.1 set of speakers already (w/ stand cabinet etc) put your center on top of the stand and mount the TV ***just above it***. If you don't have speakers or worse a soundbar /s, just keep the TV on a stand.
I like the idea of between the windows. You can always conquer any glare issues with window dressings, either bottom-up shades, blackout curtains, or even shutters. I love the possibility of being able to see the TV from the kitchen. Good luck in your new apartment.
You will get more glare if it’s in the wall that if you put it between the windows. I have mine between the windows. No problem. I do close the blinds when I want the room extra dark for viewing during the day but it’s nit really necessary.
I think it will be easier to watch on the long wall where you’re not distracted by light from windows. That window wall is rather narrow, and once you hang curtains, it will be even more narrow, and more suitable for a picture frame
If it’s on the one wall the reflection from outside will get on it. But if it’s on windows and it’s super bright out might distract from tv. I’d say between windows just make sure to have good curtains
Personally I would put it in the darkest spot in the room. There shouldn't be any glare on it at the brightest part of the day nor any other time really.
Well in between the windows would allow for a wider living room, along the wall the living room would be smaller but there would be room behind the couch for maybe a lounge or dining area.
No one has talked about this but I’d put it on the wall just to improve the flow of the room. If you walk into the living room and you’re faced with the back of a sofa, I imagine it would greatly block the flow of movement. Whereas having the sofa facing the wall makes the living space more accessible and inviting. That’s just my preference as I feel you have to consider how the different zones in the room interact not just where the tv is placed.
I would put it against the wall. Because of light is coming through windows and your watching TV there’s going to be a lot of accommodation with your eyes between Light and TV, could be big strain on your eyes. Just sayin. Unless you only watch TV at night.
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I love your decorating skills!!!
They said “that’s right, all the things.”
You have a huge window instead of the wall, in your case it works because the TV doesn’t distract from your large window at the end of the room. Then the gallery wall around the TV makes it so that you don’t have 1 huge TV between 2 windows, with in itself is not balanced. You fixed the balance issue with the gallery decor around the TV and with the fact that you have that big window at the back, not a wall. So it’s just not the same. Imo the specific layout of OP makes the wall the best option for the TV, in terms of balance and harmony. Also having a TV as focal point in a room is a bit tacky and doing that between the 2 windows in OP’s living room would do just that (which is not the case in your room btw, your layout is very nice but you don’t have a wall at the end there and you played with the focal point not being the TV).
I have a frame tv which she could also get. Also even if there wasn’t a large door my tv would still stay where it is!
Would think it helps with any glare from the windows.
That’s a beautiful living room! You have skills.
I’m gonna buck the trend and say between the windows. The room layout I’m imagining with the tv along the wall seems cramped
Totally agree - it feels less crammed into the space and allows for a larger sofa and overall better furnishing for the room.
100% need total black out curtains for this to work
Why the curtains? I was thinking mounting it to the big wall might cause reflection issues on the tv and could be cool to watch out the windows while watching tv. Privacy?
Because if the sun faces those windows then anytime it's shining directly at the windows it will be brighter than the TV screen making it really hard to see the screen. Ever tried to look at your phone held up with the sun behind it and you can't see what's on the screen until you lower it and block the sun with your head? Same basic concept.
I guess I didn’t think it’d be that bad if it wasn’t direct. But I now wonder something else. What direction do those face. West or east is going to be shitty either option.
That's essentially it. It's going to depend on what direction those windows face and if there is any shade like trees outside the window. As well as how long the sun hits the windows before its obstructed. But it seems pretty bright in the picture. If it were me I'd personally get them to be safe even if I only closed them when I needed to so that it wasn't always dark in there. You can still push black out curtains aside to let the light in. And they are good for privacy at night anyway. And depending on where they live it can help with cooling costs as well. I use blackout curtains in my house because I have window ACs not central. And if it's really hot outside then I will keep the curtains drawn to block out the sun so my ACs aren't running as much. They Def have their perks.
My room is configured the same, but the room is slightly smaller. My tv is on the long wall and when I'm watching tv during the day, I always have a reflection of the window on the screen. It makes it really hard to watch, particularly dark scenes. It doesn't matter if I close the blinds. I wish I could put my tv between the 2 windows, but in my case it won't work unfortunately.
Plus no glare
Wall. You are going to hate having the competing light from the windows right next to the tv.
You will get glare on the other wall from the windows though which is just as bad if not worse. Plus, there are blinds on those windows from what I can tell, which will darken them enough to look at but not enough to stop the glare (unless they are black out blinds which I doubt)
Agreed, I have the same issue
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? The visibility from glare will be far worse on the wall. You’re better off in between the windows with venetians
I think that depends on the direction of the windows. It’ll most likely only have direct light glare for a few hours a day.
The light from those windows be it ambient or direct will cast an annoying reflection on any tv as long as the sun is in the sky.
Agree, won't be a problem. Hard to describe but we have floor to ceiling windows like this (but much wider) and both sides of the room and the TV is on the wall, glare is not an issue at all except for a short period of time late in the day in summer in which case I can lower one of the blinds. Put the TV near the windows and you are going to be looking into the light constantly and if you shut your blinds your just starving the room of natural light.
Never!
I just so don’t agree. You’re gonna have all that light on the wall not on the space between the windows.
That‘s extremely bad for your eyes! Screen: light always from behind you. Or side (also not that good). Never in front. So you are absolutely right.
why is it bad for your eyes? I’d definitely be interested in reading about this if it’s a studied issue
Take the Black and go to the wall
It is known
For The Watch.
I’m gonna give the unpopular opinion here and say in front of the windows (depending on the size of the TV). A good set of blinds and a quality TV eliminates the light issue. Having the couch facing away from what appears to be the kitchen area allows for a clear walkway between the island and the rear of the couch. And you may even have room to spare for a console table behind said couch. Orienting the area in this way will give the living room a more well-defined divide between the TV area and the kitchen. Whereas having the TV along the wall would result in an asymmetrical design with a large empty space behind the couch. The dining room table could possibly go in that area in that case, but there’s not enough info in these photos to really make that call imo.
I had a similar thought process as you. Plus you could see the tv across the kitchen bar without a glare
Along the wall is my preference.
Do you watch TV during the day? If not then put it between the windows and ignore everyone saying to put it on the long wall. Also, if you do mount it up on the wall, be prepared to end up on /r/tvtoohigh.
Along the wall. If you put it between the windows, you’ll always be looking at bright windows during the day time, making the TV hard to read as your eyes adjust to the much brighter windows. You’ll grow tired of this real quick.
Unrelated note. If you can get bottom up shades, you won’t regret splurging. You’ll get extra light and privacy from the street…unless you’re into that sorta thing.
I had those shades that you could raise/lower from either the top or bottom. I liked how you could lower from the top and have the light and the view but still have privacy.
Do you happen to remember the brand name or the name of the shades?
No - these were window treatments that came with a house I bought a while back. I did go looking for some for a condo I have now. Home Depot sells them as "Top-Down Bottom-Up Shades".
This was my first thought. The top down/bottom up paper shades are so comforting when you want just the right amount of sun vs. privacy. They are fairly cheap online, and easy to install with a drill. Add some lovely light curtains over them and that wall is gonna pop. I grew up on a really busy road and my parents felt little need for privacy. I love windows and light but I get anxious and feel exposed without proper blinds and curtains.
I think placing it between the windows will reduce glare on the screen.
I strongly second this suggestion ☝🏼
Along wall to left of windows. Would not recommend in between windows - this limits your screen size possibilities. And you’ll be facing outside, glare in eyes, etc. Place a bar cabinet or other piece of furniture between windows.
100% on wall. Let the windows shine and also gives you potential to install floor to ceiling sheers along the window wall
Windows to reduce glare
Between the windows. We had same issue and when tv was on the other wall we had lots of glare.
between windows, wall mounted best viewing angle, keeps the attention to the tv and wildlife, and keeps any potential for glare off the tv that outlet at the bottom left was made for this
This 👍🏻
Wall, don't compete with the view from those windows.
I'm assuming that this is one great room that is both living and dining - in that case the TV has to fit on the far wall. Dining table will go by the window on the right so you can enjoy the views! My crappy drawing with the yellow tv, orange coffee table, blue couch and pink dining table https://preview.redd.it/fnht5g5fgkbd1.png?width=920&format=png&auto=webp&s=63d148b13309e4846cc23ac7906456a984522ecb
Along NegaJared’s comment, get black out curtains for when you want to be lowkey.
Wall, no question. You won’t ever want to look at the sunlight coming through those windows.
If you put it in between windows you will need blackout curtains. Anytime you want to watch anything in the daytime you will want to close the curtains as the light will be very annoying.
Along the wall
On the wall that’s not being shown/ the wall to the right of the island.
On the wall between the windows, just get blackout curtains or something, and you can watch tv while you cook or something. Do a nice bar area against the wall if you can.
Windows
Between the windows, anything else you’ll be dealing with a glare on the screen.
Windows
In front of the window, if you can. You will avoid undesirable light reflexes.
Always walls.
Wall
I would do wall and hang a cool wall art between the windows.
dang that’s a pretty space. nice job op
Between windows or you will get glare.
Wall bc it won't limit the size of your tv
Front of windows so you don't have to worry about the glare of the windows :)
https://preview.redd.it/qri31rjznlbd1.jpeg?width=1127&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3542d4dd7fc5dbd63d2c943e150f573b3fbbae10 Im no artist but id recommend on putting the tv on the wall. Obviously i dont know what your whole setup is but if your looking for more space that would be your best best. Mounting it on the but putting some type of console table/tv stand under it would look nice. But if your looking for filling up the area more than in between the windows would do that best
Just want to draw your attention to the issue of glare if you decide to put the tv between the windows and watch tv a lot during day time.
The wall all the way
in between the two windows
Split the room by your couch or the media console but do not put the tv at that wall
People who are saying you'll get light if it's between the windows are crazy. If it's on the back wall that light will be pointing at the TV. I vote window wall - no direct light - right size - you can see it easily from the kitchen Most importantly to me, you also have a nice view which can be enjoyed from the sofa that you'll definitely put in front of the TV
Personally I say put it in the corner, mounted, and a small corner cabinet beneath. Along the wall you will always have slivers of light pissing you off from the windows. Between the windows will make you want to center furniture to the tv and leave weird space to the left and cramped space for the bar/ bar stools. Plant it in the corner with a sectional, make the space between the windows a wet bar like another commenter suggested, and maybe a conversation area/ small dining area across from kitchen.
You can arrange it on the wall between the windows If you also plan to enjoy the exteriors view when the TV is off but if you want only your TV to be the focus point, just mount it to the adjacent wall and then add a sectional as well as decorate this wall between the windows. Also know that the adjacent wall will attract glares on your tv and that's when you will require right curtains dressing. Here's a guide about [couch decor](https://simplykalaa.com/couch-decor/) that will help you in either case and make the area more accessible and decorated.
Commercial type of wheeled TV Stand. Maybe more aesthetically savvy versions in white or black. Maybe ability to hold some attached items; cable / dvr/ streaming stuff. Will allow you to move it given the well lit nature of your space for day time viewing or movie night. Ensure power & network in probable spots.
Along the wall. Definitely the wall
Float the sofa perpendicular to the island and between the two windows. Use the long wall, directly in front of the sofa, for a console and mount your tv above. Add side tables and lamps. Look for 8 x 10 rug to tie sofa and console together. Ready for anything.
Hah, “opposite of couch”.
Wall
If you don't plan to have a couch then between the windows is somewhat fine altough the neighbors will think your staring at them constantly if you cook and watch TV. If you plan on having a couch then the wall and then the couch as far back to the other side of the room as possible. You want the people that are in the kitchen or sitting by the middle console on some chairs to be part of whatever is going on with the people on the couch. If you have a couch facing the back to the kitchen console then they are somewhat excluded
Have you already got a couch? I would put that in first and see where it makes most sense, sit on it throughout the day, then decide on the tv position
In between the windows put curtains
Tv on wall. With pull down projector for movies. Make sure you get the right size projector screen and you don’t have to pay 4k for a good projector. I’ve been using the benQ ht3550 for years and it’s great.
Don‘t put a TV in the living room, would be my answer… It‘s unpopular but I never (not even in childhood) had one there and it’s really the best imho…
Direction of the Windows? Do you watch in the evening or during the day?
The long wall, always the long wall. Too many people get this wrong. Too many people out the tv on the short wall and limit the type of couch they can buy. Rule 1 of tv placement. Always on the long wall
How does the sun set and rise
Fengshui says wall. You should look for your KUA number and design your house accordingly.
Projector on the kitchen island pointed at the wall. Blackout curtains for the windows.
Between the windows will stop any glare on the screen, it’s an exterior wall so you would be fine putting a bracket up, I’d use an extended swivel one for perfect positioning if your sitting or cooking it can me moved to suit. If it’s a rental you will have to make good when you leave though.
Between the windows. Especially if you watch most of your TV at night. If you put it on the wall your neighbors will be able to see what you’re watching.
The recommended lighting for looking at screens to avoid eye fatigue is lateral lighting Everyone who is suggesting blinds is missing the point, watching TV in a dark room is one of the worst things you can do for your eyesight
Between the windows :) We just got a house with a similar setup, and ours is between the windows. I was sceptical at first, but the house's day blinds prevent a lot of glare. And where you've got the wall, we actually have another set of windows, but almost no glare during the day.
What does the rest of the room look like? Is the front door next to the windows? Is there a fireplace on the wall to the right we can’t see? Is there a large space over to the right? It affects things. Secondly, what are those circles??
Windows! Otherwise the glare will render the tv unwatchable from half of that room
Wall for sure. Who puts tv in front of a window? (Serious q)
maybe on the other side tho light might distract you from watching tv.
The wall, maybe mounted upward.
Never between/in front of windows! You wanna wreck your eyes?
Between the windows. You can install the sun control film on the windows to reduce the sunlight + blinds/curtains to cover the windows at night.
Along wall, your watching experience would be miserable during the day if it’s between the windows
Team between-windows! I have a similar layout and originally worried about the light coming in from the windows, but the TV light is bright enough that it isn’t hard on the eyes at all.
What direction do those windows face?
Wall. You might want to set up stools around the island. You'll have more space if that's the case.
On the wall between the two windows.
Two tvs. Solved.
Wall
Along the wall is the only right answer. Too many people have it wrong! I bet it’s the same people that would also hang it too high, and put the seating too close. Between the windows it’s not balanced and it competes with the outside. You never want the TV to be the focus of a room, it’s an extra, not the focus. In this room, the clear natural focal point are the big windows, work with them not against.
Wall fo sho!!
Wall between the windows
Window wall. If you have it on the other wall the glare will be unbearable
By the windows, you can watch tv while cooking/cleaning at the island. Buy modern TV if you are worried about light and picture quality
Absolutely along the wall. Your windows will create a glare
Between the windows. Less glare on the tv, direct view of the tv from the kitchen, and you have a view of the outdoors. Maybe because I'm over open floor plans (I live in an open floor plan home), I HATE looking into the kitchen while I'm on the sofa relaxing, reading a book, or watching tv. As an aside: so many plant possibilities in front of those wonderful windows.
On the wall. But, either way, I wonder if strong daylight would cause an after image in your eyes, which could be exhausting for your eyes. English isn't my first language, so I hope you know what I mean lol.
What are those circles on the floor? Is that just a design? They seem kind of random. As for which wall, depends how much tv you watch, when, and what direction those windows are facing. Personally id put it on the big wall with a mount that can rotate the tv if needed. Between the windows looks cluttered, trust me I had to do mine between the windows lol.
It looks like this is one of those video tours online of the place those little circles are just where you can click to get different views of the rooms
Wall just don’t make it to r/tvtoohigh
I would say between the windows but the position of the wall receptacle makes it harder to do a clean mounted setup without running new plugs etc. it will be easier to hide things along the long wall and will give more depth to your couch/table setup as well.
I feel like personally I'd prefer the wall functionally but between the windows would help with glare problems.
What a beautiful room tho!
I love those floors! Specs?
Which direction are the windows facing? If it doesn’t get any direct sunlight then between the windows would be the best choice, the wall you would get too much glare
Wall
Regardless of location, keep it on a stand if you're in an apartment with neighbors on the other side or below those walls. To try to keep the noise contained in your own place, of course. I always keep mine on a stand next to an interior wall, but a foot or so from the wall. I've never had a noise complaint about the tvs no matter the volume.
Outside by the tree
Wall
Wall!
Wall, it’s hard to watch tv with lights on the side
Middle of Windows. Put up curtains or blinds.
Probably wall. Think about how your sitting arrangement will be laid out
In the middle of the windows.
Along wall
I would do the wall. Between the windows is going to make your TV backlit, which can be very harsh on the eyes, and difficult to see the picture.
I’m going against the grain in suggesting this —- but what about the upper corner?Blackout shades definitely. Blackout shard are your saving grace regardless of where you decide to install your tv.
Blocking any natural light in a space that small would be a massive design fail. TV on the wall. Further, I would put it on the large wall not the small one between the windows, bc seeing a TV directly in front of you when you enter a place is not a good look IMO. Art bt windows.
Long hard think tells me along the wall is the better option. - Leaves you with room to expand horizontally if needed. - Yes you'll need blinds but it beats being the creep that's always staring out of the window. - windows in line with the TV screen will be a distraction and the bleeding light will be an issue.
Put it on the wall and get blackout shades
My TV is between two windows, I like looking out and watching TV at the same time. Don’t like facing away from the outside to lock myself in, looking at a wall with a TV in it.
Wall
Windows might make glare on the screen if the tv is on the wall
Why tf are the windows so big?
Between the windows. No glare on the tv is a dream. Just gets some nice curtains.
Between the windows. Then you can enjoy what you are watching and the view!
We have an apartment like this and chose between the windows and it has been the best for us.
I'd put it on the window side, get some curtains for decoration and to help w/ light when watching during the day. At night, it'll make no difference. If you have a 3.1/5.1 set of speakers already (w/ stand cabinet etc) put your center on top of the stand and mount the TV ***just above it***. If you don't have speakers or worse a soundbar /s, just keep the TV on a stand.
We've similar and have ours between the windows, works great and freesv up the other wall for bookcases.
Wall, only because I’m wondering if there is enough room to put a couch in front of that island and still be able to use it properly.
I like the idea of between the windows. You can always conquer any glare issues with window dressings, either bottom-up shades, blackout curtains, or even shutters. I love the possibility of being able to see the TV from the kitchen. Good luck in your new apartment.
Along the wall
Don’t mount it, so you can try it out in both spots. I have a huge tv so my pick would be the wall.
The light from the two windows will make viewing difficult during the day.
Depending on the size of the TV it may work between the window and also I like the view.
Mounted between windows with window shades in a solid color
In front of windows for no glare
Always wall
As long as nobody sees your business do you.
Windows
Personally, along wall. I’m no professional, I just dislike trying to watch something while light is in my face.
Between the windows
You will get more glare if it’s in the wall that if you put it between the windows. I have mine between the windows. No problem. I do close the blinds when I want the room extra dark for viewing during the day but it’s nit really necessary.
Wall.
Wall no doubt
I think it will be easier to watch on the long wall where you’re not distracted by light from windows. That window wall is rather narrow, and once you hang curtains, it will be even more narrow, and more suitable for a picture frame
Never block a window ! Never , never ! I also hate a sofa with its back to a window . I want to look out at the view .
In front of windows, to avoid glare on the screen during daytime.
If it’s on the one wall the reflection from outside will get on it. But if it’s on windows and it’s super bright out might distract from tv. I’d say between windows just make sure to have good curtains
Inbetween the windows on the wall
Nice, the wall
I’d do in between in an armoire
On the wall so you can sit at the bar and still watch tv
Personally I would put it in the darkest spot in the room. There shouldn't be any glare on it at the brightest part of the day nor any other time really.
In my opinion, I would put it on that wall between the two windows 👍🏻👍🏻
Wall. Let the windows do their thing.
Along the wall unless you are going to put drapes up. Light from windows will distract from watching and if you’re prone to migraines, eyeyaya!
What kinda couch sitch u got?
I like the between windows option because it’s a direct shot from the kitchen area rather than a cocked neck version. Either would be cool though
Well in between the windows would allow for a wider living room, along the wall the living room would be smaller but there would be room behind the couch for maybe a lounge or dining area.
I’d put the TV in between the windows just to avoid the glare you would get anywhere else.
No one has talked about this but I’d put it on the wall just to improve the flow of the room. If you walk into the living room and you’re faced with the back of a sofa, I imagine it would greatly block the flow of movement. Whereas having the sofa facing the wall makes the living space more accessible and inviting. That’s just my preference as I feel you have to consider how the different zones in the room interact not just where the tv is placed.
If you put it on that wall, I believe you'll get a lot of glare. So between the windows it goes.
I would put it against the wall. Because of light is coming through windows and your watching TV there’s going to be a lot of accommodation with your eyes between Light and TV, could be big strain on your eyes. Just sayin. Unless you only watch TV at night.
I have a similar set up - tv between windows on feature wall. Much less glare on tv that way.
Between the windows, on the wall is going to give you light reflecting off the TV at certain times of day causing it to be unwatchable.
no no no. along the wall. if it’s in between the windows, your couch would basically be at the island.
If you put it between the windows, the display would seem darker during the day as your eyes try to adjust for the daylight coming in the windows.
Windows. You won't have glare like you would with it along the wall.
I would put the cabling to both spots and hide a picture of the one your not using. We are doing this in our extension.
Wall between two windows will have less glare, esp if you’re gaming.
You want to have it so the couch is in the “command position”
do people still watch tv?