Photo by Bernard André

Los Altos Hills Fun Basement

Allwood Construction Inc

My Houzz: DIY Action-Packed Industrial Bunker Room in Texas

Benjamin Hill Photography

Basement Family Room and Entertainment Center

Classic Homeworks

An exposed brick wall and cozy sectional make this the perfect place to entertain or relax while watching a movie.

Pehle Lower Level

College City Design Build

Custom Cherry Media Cabinetry

A Cut Above, Inc.

Preparing for the upcoming holiday parties, the client on this project engaged us late in the year, in hopes to have the TV in its proper placement for guests to admire. We finalized this design quickly, but efficiently, in order to meet the client's objectives. We agreed to build and install the base cabinets and TV cabinet before Christmas, then came back in January to finish the job. The client's TV was up and running for the holidays and we didn't have to rush the job and compromise its quality. Everybody wins

Greensboro Residence

SSI Design Group, Inc.

Photography by Kara Sheppard

Saddle River, NJ Estate

User

Saltillo Tile Balcony Replacement

GUY CHIPMAN CONSTRUCTION LP

Restoration of media room after several months of leaking roof from the patio above.

Home Theater & Rec Room Addition

Soda Mountain Construction

Philharmonic House of Design Theater, Entertainment Room & Bar

Marc Pridmore Designs

Home Office

U+B Architecture & Design

Larry E. Boerder Architects - Oaks Residence

Institute of Classical Architecture & Art - Texas

Media Room

Banner's Cabinets

This media room has tri-folding doors beneath a paneled arched header to conceal the screen when not in use. Doors below the screen are on touch-catches for discreet equipment storage. The media center is flanked on both sides by open display cabinets. In the background to the left, you see the wet bar with custom leaded glass designs and a matching leaded glass interior door into the wine room - all by Banner's Cabinets.

Home Technology

Technology By Design, Inc

lighting control

Saint Nicholas

SR Contracting Inc

Union County Basement Remodel with Theater

IMPROVE or MOVE

English Pub Home Theater

Media Rooms Inc

Elegant home theater designed to compliment the English pub decor in the rest of the basement. This project won a National award from NARI. Designed & fabricated in the In-House Cabinet shop of Media Rooms Inc. Our goal was to not have any audio video components visible in the room. In addition to the audio and video system, we designed and fabricated (in-house) all of the interior elements including: acoustical wall panels, custom columns, wood millwork, proscenium (around the video screen) and custom counter in the rear of the theater room. We also installed a tin ceiling and supplied the carpet and chairs. We located the audio video components in an in-wall closet and fabricated an acoustical panel door to hide the components from view. The left and right front speakers were built into the decorative columns behind the acoustically transparent fabric. The center channel and subwoofers were built into the proscenium directly behind and below the screen. The side speakers are placed in one of the side decorative columns and the rear speakers were placed in the ceiling. Decorative acoustic panels were placed throughout the room to match the aesthetic and add absorption. We installed wood trim around the panels to add to the elegance of the room.

Traditional Home Theater

Bliss Home Theaters & Automation, Inc.

Bliss Home Theaters & Automation, Inc

Traditional Brown Home Theatre Design Photos

A traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.