Finally!!
After 2 months of waiting, I finally got the stand back from the cabinet maker next door. My dad had to finally lend a "word" or two, to get the guy on it. Kinda upset, cause when he wanted us to mill out some doors for him on a rush, we did it on the weekend for him just so his customer would be happy, and here I am waiting for him (for 2 months) to spend a few hours to cover up my stand. He also forgot to follow my detailed drawings, which shows how I wanted the stand made (including the folding out top lip, which he completely forgot). I said to forget it, just so I could get my stand, and not wait any longer.
I've still got one small bookcase left that needs to be made to go on the right side of the stand (will post pictures later if he ever finishes it), but regardless, the stand is home!
The front panel is completely removable. It is held into place by 6 clips. I'm probably gonna pick up some sleek handles, and screw them down the sides of the stand.
I have to put a little silicone on the inside top lip (1"), and pick up the foam from HD for the stand to sit on. I'm also contemplating putting some type of hard rubber mat under the stand itself, I'll see what they have at HD. Any recommendations? Something to keep the stand somewhat flat?
I will also be bolting the stand against the wall completely, so there is no chance of it falling foward (the stand is 41-3/4" high). Yup, PERFECT viewing angle!