This project is an Electronic House Magazine award winner: http://electronichouse.com/article/small_house_goes_big_with_home_automation We were brought into this project just as the major remodel was underway, allowing us to bring together a feature-rich audio/video and automation system with elegant integration into the spaces. This system provides simple control and automation of the lights, climate, audio/video, security, video surveillance, and door locks. The homeowner can use their iPads or iPhones to control everything in their home, or when away.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Collaborative Interior Design

The bonus room is light filled and set up for hanging out. A super comfortable sectional with plush shag rug invite lounging. Oversized chess board and displayed sports memorabilia complete the space.

Modern Farm Style

Mike Blake Custom Homes

Every custom home needs a space that is as unique to its design as much as to the family that calls it home. This multimedia room includes a traditional home theatre with recessed seating as well as a golf simulator—providing a dual purpose. The multimedia room is intentionally located in the home where the sound is muffled to the remainder of the house when in use. The room is finished out in 7.2 surround sound with Sonance speakers and state of the art Sony amplifier and projector. The Screen Innovations Black Diamond screen with a cinema quality projector and high-speed camera is remotely controlled using a Control4 system loaded IPad. All the lights are wirelessly controlled, and the shades and blinds are motorized and programed to open and close at a designated time or can be commanded to open via Alexa. Merchandised with beige leather recliners and blue patterned carpet, this space uses shades of blue to create an ideal place for family movie nights, entertaining or rounds of indoor golf on rainy afternoons.

Monvisto Cabin

The Cabinet Gallery

Hollywood South

Pineapple House Interior Design

The screening room has chaise lounges, reclining theater chairs and grasscloth walls, which help absorb sound. There is a refreshment area along its back wall, directly behind the room's backlit onyx bar. The bar offers places to sit while drinking and dining.

Martha's Vineyard Modern Barn Home Theater

Kathleen Walsh Interiors, LLC

Photography by Eric Roth

Home Theaters

Orbiting Entertainment LLC

Custom Home Theaters

Atlanta Entertainment Systems

Montgomeryville Showroom

World Wide Stereo

Custom home theater. Traditional movie theater entrance, box office, and concession stand with popcorn machine. Photo by: Jason Varney

"The Stone Haven" 2015 Salt Lake Parade of Homes, by Tree Haven Homes

TYM Smart Homes & Home Theaters

Custom home theater with Dolby Atmos 7.2.4 3D surround sound, Paradigm CI Elite speakers, Sony 4K Ultra HD projector, and 130" acoustically transparent screen. 1,000 twinkling stars were made from 5 miles of fiber optics, hand-placed into the ceiling plaster work.

Fox Point Media Theatre Room

Design Tech Remodeling

This snack bar let's everybody entertain their friends and family while movie watching without leaving the comfort of the room.

Home Theater & Rec Room Addition

Soda Mountain Construction

Designed by MossCreek, this beautiful timber frame home includes signature MossCreek style elements such as natural materials, expression of structure, elegant rustic design, and perfect use of space in relation to build site. Roger Wade

Hunters Grove

Charles Martin Custom Homes

Wade Blissard

Marina Blue Custom Theatre

AcousticSmart Home Theatre Interiors

Sagaponack, NY

Michael Davis Design & Construction

Professional Home Theater

John Willis Custom Homes

John Willis Homes

Media Room

2019 Sand Dollar Award

Executive Electronics of Southwest Florida, Inc.

Executive Electronics is proud to be part of the team to win the 2019 Sand Dollar Award for Best Home Theater. We love working on client projects to make their dreams a reality.

Organic Modern, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

This is a cozy TV theater loft. We furnished this space with a custom- sized corner sectional sized precisely for this small room. The peek through window above the sofa frames the hill country view through the wall of windows in the next room.

Home Theatre Design Photos

A theatre room can take time and money to perfect, but when done right, it can blow you (and your friends!) away. Technology has never been better, and with the likes of a 3D TV, projector or super-sized TV, surround sound, comfy sofa and recliner chairs, you can easily bring Hollywood into your home. True film fanatics might even install a popcorn machine or fairy floss maker! Add a gaming console that can hook up to the big screen and you have yourself a fully functional media room. If you’re really serious about creating your own home theatre, spend some time researching the right home theatre systems for your needs, as well as speakers, lighting and lounge furniture. Or, seek the help of a Home Theatre Professional for advice on audio visual and home automation.

Do I need a designated room for a home cinema?

If you have space to spare, a separate cinema room can be quite the luxury, but it’s definitely not necessary to enjoy all the benefits of home theatre experience. Most people integrate their home cinema into their living room. So you don’t compromise on style, consider having your TV screen mounted to the wall, or install a projector that can be stowed away when not in use. If in your living room, try to disguise your speakers and any cables. Ceiling-integrated speakers are a great option. Otherwise, in a standalone theatre room, consider making your speakers a feature.

What should I look for in home theatre seating?

Comfort should be front of mind when looking for home theatre seating, so look for options that allow you to sink in, recline and adjust your headrest. For an authentic cinema-going experience, stadium seating is a must. Platforms and stairs, complete with LED step lighting, can mimic tiers. Leather recliner chairs are a top-end choice, or you could opt for several modular sofas and ottomans instead. To cater for those who like to watch, eat and drink at the same time, look for seating that has cup holders, or install a bar area with turnable stools.

What equipment should I add to my media room?

A projector and projector screen will lead to a more dramatic movie experience, but the picture can be slightly blurry if the equipment quality is bad. A high-definition plasma or LCD TV might not be quite as large scale, but will deliver a more crisp, clear image. You can, however, find oversized wall-mounted TVs that match the size of a projector screen – but these do cost a pretty penny. Next, enhance your cinema experience with surround sound to make the movie-goers feel like they’re right in the middle of the action. Home automation can further replicate the real cinema experience. Consider installing lights that automatically dim once the film starts, or LED strip lighting that comes on when a movie is paused. Finish your fit-out with a gaming console so you can use the big screen and comfy seats to battle your friends.