Traditional Alcove Media Wall with Log Store, Chislehurst
This bespoke alcove media wall in Chislehurst fills both alcoves beside a chimney breast with painted shaker cupboards, around a wall-mounted TV and wood burner. It includes floating shelves with downlights, a chunky oak mantel and a built-in log store. Every piece was designed, made and fitted by Creative Spaces in our own South East London workshop.
It brings practical storage and a cosy focal point to the living room.
Completed
September 2025
Cabinet pricing
Coming soon
location
Chislehurst, London
Alcove media wall in Chislehurst: alcove storage around a wood burner
The brief
Make the most of the alcoves either side of the fireplace, with storage, display and somewhere to keep the logs.
Designing an alcove media wall
Painted shaker cupboards fill both alcoves, with floating shelves and downlights above. One alcove includes an open log store beside the cupboard.
A chunky oak beam acts as a mantel above the wood burner, and pale stone-effect tops cap the cupboards.
Materials and finishes
- Fronts: Shaker, painted MDF
- Colour: Farrow & Ball No. 291 School House White
- Carcass: Egger Vicenza Oak H3157 ST12
- Top: Pale stone-effect Durasein solid surface
- Handles: Brass knobs
- Hinges: Blum
Shaker doors have a simple frame and a recessed panel. The style has been popular for over a century. It works in both period and modern homes.
Painted joinery is usually made from MDF. It stays flat and stable, so the paint goes on smooth and the edges stay sharp. The colour can be matched to the rest of the room.
Oak is hard-wearing and naturally warm. It ages well and balances painted or white surfaces.
Why choose bespoke media walls?
A bespoke media wall turns the TV wall into a piece of furniture. Cables, boxes and speakers are hidden. Storage goes where you need it, and the TV no longer dominates the room.
Made in our South East London workshop
We work from our own workshop in South East London. Each project starts with a measured survey and 3D renders.
Heights, handles and colours are agreed before a single board is cut. And because you talk directly to the makers, questions get answered quickly.
Bespoke joinery in Chislehurst and nearby
Chislehurst is in the London Borough of Bromley. We design, make and fit bespoke joinery across Chislehurst and nearby areas such as Bickley, Bromley, Petts Wood and Sidcup. We also work throughout London and across the whole of the UK, so wherever your home is, we would love to hear about your project.
Planning a media wall in Chislehurst? See more of our bespoke joinery projects, explore our Traditional range, or book a design consultation.
Project details
Questions about this media wall in Chislehurst
Do you make bespoke media walls in Chislehurst?
Yes. This project was designed, made and fitted for a home in Chislehurst, and we regularly travel from our South East London workshop to work across Chislehurst and nearby areas such as Bickley, Bromley, Petts Wood and Sidcup. Every piece is made to measure for the room it goes into. We also work throughout London and across the whole of the UK, so wherever you are, we would be happy to talk about your project.
Can a media wall hide cables and AV equipment?
Yes. We plan cable routes, sockets and ventilation at design stage, so the TV, speakers and boxes are connected neatly with no wires on show, and equipment cupboards can breathe.
How long does a bespoke media wall take?
It depends on what stage your home is at. If everything is ready, design to fitting usually takes around 1 to 2 months, and sometimes we can have it made and fitted in the same month you first come to us. Once we know more about your project, we will talk the dates through with you and agree them together.
Can you build around a fireplace or chimney breast?
Yes. Alcoves either side of a chimney breast are one of the most common places for a media wall, and every unit is made to fit the exact shape of the walls, even when they are not perfectly straight.
Which materials work best for a media wall?
Painted MDF gives a smooth, durable finish in any colour, while oak or walnut details add warmth. Shelves that will hold books or heavy equipment are made thicker or supported so they will not sag.
Client tips: planning an alcove media wall in Chislehurst
- Decide your TV size first. The whole wall is designed around it, so pick the TV before we finalise the design.
- Plan the cables early. Tell your electrician where sockets and AV points should go before plastering.
- Mix open and closed storage. Doors hide the clutter, and open shelves give space for books and display.
- Plan ahead. If the room is ready, design to fitting usually takes 1 to 2 months.
Every home is different, so we always start with a chat about your space. Get in touch to talk through your media wall in Chislehurst.
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