Its contrasting wood and black tones, anchored by clean lines, work as a grounding piece in living rooms that lean minimal or mid-century modern. The adjustable shelves mean you're not locked into one configuration, and the concealed storage keeps clutter hidden without feeling bulky. It's particularly effective in rooms under 4.5m wide, where a lighter footprint matters. Fair warning: the mix of oak veneer and solid wood requires occasional dusting to show the grain properly, and darker finishes do reveal fingerprints more readily.