Photo by: Don Schulte

The family/theater room is a beautiful and comfortable space furnished with luxurious gray leather stadium seating, large flat screen TV and a high performing audio system and is a favorite “family” gathering spot for movie nights and socializing. .

The Chateau

VictoryGate Custom Homes LLC

Bel Air Cinema

Haustech

French Country European Style Home

M.J. Whelan Construction

Mars Photo & Design

Masculine Glam Game Room

Baker Design Group

Classic Luxury Home Movie Theater

Meshberg Group

LEGION OF BOOM ROOM

Jami Abbadessa

Time Frame: 6 Weeks // Budget: $17,000 // Design Fee: $2,500 Brandon Browner and his family needed help with their game room in their home in Ganesha Hills, CA. They already purchased a large sectional to watch their over-sized theater screen and a pool table. Their goal was to make the room as dark during the day as it was at night for optimal TV viewing. What started out as a masculine color scheme warped into a Seattle Seahawks color scheme. This worked perfectly, since Brandon is a professional football player and previously played for the Seahawks as a member of the Legion of Boom. He requested his jersey and teammate’s jerseys be professionally framed so we could display them. I had custom black-out window coverings made and installed high to block the daylight. A custom cabinet in a slate-blue finish was made to house all the audio equipment. I had the pool table re-felt in a grey to coordinate with the room’s decor. The walls were painted Benjamin Moore Pewter and all trim received a fresh coat of Cloud Cover. The finishing touch to block out the light was a large, custom sliding door I had made to separate this room from the family room. The space ended up being a great place to hang out with friends and family while reflecting Brandon’s personality. PHOTO // Jami Abbadessa

Family Room

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

A most comfortable room to stream for hours! We thought of everything-reclining atop of sumptuous pillows, sitting in deep lounge chairs or enjoying snacks at the bistro table. Watch your favorite on the small screen or push the button to drop the hidden screen. Popcorn anyone? Photography by Holger Obenaus

Campbell Court Residence

AFT Construction

We worked on a complete remodel of this home. We modified the entire floor plan as well as stripped the home down to drywall and wood studs. All finishes are new, including a brand new kitchen that was the previous living room.

Lake Carillon Estate Home

Atwood Custom Homes

Bayside Meadows – Fall 2014 Parade Model

Gonyea Custom Homes

Basement home theater with large screen framed by an architectural archway. Photography by Spacecrafting

Belgrave Mansion

Tollgard Design Group

Lighting Design, Holland Park

Light House Designs Ltd

Light House Designs were able to come up with some fun lighting solutions for the home bar, gym and indoor basket ball court in this property. Photos by Tom St Aubyn

illume

Alair Homes - Salt Lake

Brad Montgomery

Arches

Michele Moss Design

Fun Media Room with Large Gray Sectional, Game Day and Modern Wall Decor, Luxurious Pillows and Throw, paired with an existing Coffee Table

Caribou Lake House

J Martin Builders

Custom Home Theaters

Atlanta Entertainment Systems

The "Entertainer" Show Home

Valux Homes Ltd.

Digital Dean

Custom Pool table by Billiard Factory

Billiard Factory

A San Francisco condominium project requested a custom-built pool table that would be built of wood that matched the wood elements already in sales center. It came out beautifully thanks to our dedicated team!

Large Transitional Home Theatre Design Photos

A transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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.