Most shades, blinds or curtains allow some type of light through when they are closed which can be very frustrating, especially if you’re trying to take a nap or enjoying a movie in a home theater. Or with the kids being back in school, it’s sometimes hard to get them to bed early with the evening light shining in the room. We have a solution. That is what blackout window treatments were made for. You can get a variety of products as “blackout”, such as; curtains, shades, blinds, roman shades, honeycomb shades, roller shades, vertical shades, and specialty shades (silhouette, pirouette, luminette). Blackout window treatments have a variety of benefits than just blocking natural light, which make them a wise choice in any home. At Abda, we have a huge selection of blackout window treatments that block most natural light from entering your window, keeping bedrooms, nurseries and media rooms as dark as you like. With a variety of customizable options, blackout window treatments are available as insulating cellular shades, stylish roller shades and fashionable fabric curtains. Each of these window treatments can be personalized with color and control options perfectly suited to your room and style. We work with clients in the Central Indiana Area. Contact us today to get started on your project. 317-273-8343

Recording Studio

Anthony Park Design

Basement Theater of a historic Craftsman residence in Santa Monica, CA

Tim Barber Architects

Tahoe Lakefront Property

Westgate Hardwoods + Old Durham Floors

Jon M Photography

Custom Home: Private Rd.TM-TC | San Antonio, Texas

MSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS

Dover Height RHside

Andrew Dee @ Wonderful Kitchens

Veneer

PROJET AIX LES BAINS / Salle Home Cinéma

Fabien BAEZA

STUDIO 5.56

SOKOL A9

Totaste.studio | Виктор Штефан

Авторы проекта: Макс Жуков Виктор Штефан Стиль: Даша Соболева Фото: Сергей Красюк

Sussex AV-Lighting-Music-WiFi-Theater

ATTYWON

Media room with Denon 7.1 surround sound, premium home theater speakers hidden behind wall treatment and 85-inch 4K TV

Whitfield Ave East

Building Solutions and Design, Inc

Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design: Eliana Rokach Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc Staging: Rachel Leigh Ward/ Meredit Baer

Aryaman

Design Box

Sutton Lane

Juliet Murphy Photography

Ansley Park Home

Skylar Morgan Furniture + Design

Floating Media Cabinet Materials: Blackened Steel

Holly Springs Drive

Shannon Crain

Kenwood

AR Homes - Cincinnati, OH

Encino

Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors

Home Cinema - Barn Conversion

The Pleasure Home

The Client's requirements for the newly converted Barn were to not damage the newly-fitted wood panelling, to sit the screen as tight to the wall as possible, whilst achieving the highest quality surround sound, given the room size and acoustic properties of the room. The budget was set at under £15,000. We determined, that given the viewing distance and the fact that the front of the Barn was a full width set of sliding glass doors, we would recommend an 85 inch TV, rather than a Projector. This would be great for daytime viewing and actually much lower cost than a Projection system. We promptly sourced an end of line Samsung TV for just £3,000 for the Client, who was suitably impressed at the instant savings achieved! Based on the requirement for surface mount speakers for the Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound System, we used Morel's flagship SP-3 satellite speakers for the most important front left, right and centre speaker positions and the mid-range SP-2's for the two rears. We were asked to hide the Subwoofer if possible and were able to locate this under the stairs, using judicially spaced air holes for the sound to exit. Finally we built a custom storage unit for the equipment on castors, so that it would also fit under the stairs. Using an Infra-red repeater, the equipment could still be controlled, either with the relevant standard remotes or our own custom iPad/iPhone 'iRemoteControl" App. Finally the TV was re-calibrated for the best pictures settings and the sound optimised using the Audyssey Laboratories Surround Sound Calibration system. Sources for the system are SkyQ, Neflix, AppleTV and Spotify/TIDAL music streaming via a Sonos Pre-Amplifier.

Texas Hill Country Residence

WoodCo

?: Lauren Keller | Luxury Real Estate Services, LLC Reclaimed Wood Flooring - Sovereign Plank Wood Flooring - https://www.woodco.com/products/sovereign-plank/ Reclaimed Hand Hewn Beams - https://www.woodco.com/products/reclaimed-hand-hewn-beams/ Reclaimed Oak Patina Faced Floors, Skip Planed, Original Saw Marks. Wide Plank Reclaimed Oak Floors, Random Width Reclaimed Flooring. Reclaimed Beams in Ceiling - Hand Hewn Reclaimed Beams. Barnwood Paneling & Ceiling - Wheaton Wallboard Reclaimed Beam Mantel

Inconspicuous Integration

Electronics Design Group, Inc.

Photography by William Psolka, psolka-photo.com

Home Theatre Design Photos with Medium Hardwood Floors and Linoleum Floors

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.