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Traditional Home Cinema Room Ideas and Designs

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Basement & Home Theater
Basement & Home Theater
Garris Construction, Inc.Garris Construction, Inc.
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M.A.D. RenovationsM.A.D. Renovations
Jesse Yardley, Fotographix
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Basement Family Room and Entertainment Center
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Classic HomeworksClassic Homeworks
An exposed brick wall and cozy sectional make this the perfect place to entertain or relax while watching a movie.
Arbogast Custom Homes Hill Country Farmhouse
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Red Pants Studio
Ketchum Theater
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Our Work
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Reference Audio Video & SecurityReference Audio Video & Security
ASID San Diego Design Excellence Awards 2014
ASID San Diego Design Excellence Awards 2014
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1st Place Residential Space Over 3,500 square feet Kellie McCormick, ASID McCormick and Wright
Presidential Estates
Presidential Estates
Sarah Z DesignsSarah Z Designs
Paul Stoppi
MEDIA ROOM CUSTOM SECTIONAL SOFA
MEDIA ROOM CUSTOM SECTIONAL SOFA
Monarch SofasMonarch Sofas
MONARCHSOFAS.COM Custom sized chaise / sofa / chaise sectional. Lumbar pillows for added comfort. Made to fit perfectly for the designated space in this media room. AVAILABLE IN ANY SIZE AND FABRIC AT MONARCHSOFAS.COM
Silverleaf Ranch Hacienda Study
Silverleaf Ranch Hacienda Study
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
This Ranch Hacienda hillside estate boasts well over 13,000 square feet under roof. A loggia serves as the backbone for the design. Each space, both interior and exterior, has a direct response to the linear expression of outdoor space. The exterior materials and detailing are rustic and simple in nature. The mass and scale create drama and correspond to the vast desert skyline and adjacent majestic McDowell mountain views. Features of the house include a motor court with dual garages, a separate guest quarters, and a walk-in cooler. Silverleaf is known for its embodiment of traditional architectural styles, and this house expresses the essence of a hacienda with its communal courtyard spaces and quiet luxury. This was the first project of many designed by Architect C.P. Drewett for construction in Silverleaf, located in north Scottsdale. Project Details: Architecture | C.P. Drewett, AIA, DrewettWorks, Scottsdale, AZ Builder | Sonora West Development, Scottsdale, AZ Photography | Dino Tonn, Scottsdale, AZ
Custom Cherry Media Cabinetry
Custom Cherry Media Cabinetry
A Cut Above, Inc.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
Greensboro Residence
SSI Design Group, Inc.SSI Design Group, Inc.
Photography by Kara Sheppard
Pehle Lower Level
Pehle Lower Level
College City Design BuildCollege City Design Build
Moore
Moore
NerveNerve
Todd Astill with Nerve
Midcentury Ranch Remodel
Midcentury Ranch Remodel
VARO INTERIOR DESIGNVARO INTERIOR DESIGN
Saddle River, NJ Estate
Saddle River, NJ Estate
UserUser
Saltillo Tile Balcony Replacement
Saltillo Tile Balcony Replacement
GUY CHIPMAN CONSTRUCTION LPGUY CHIPMAN CONSTRUCTION LP
Restoration of media room after several months of leaking roof from the patio above.

Traditional Home Cinema Room Ideas and Designs

A home cinema is one of those luxuries that film lovers dream about, but if you are fortunate enough to have a spare room, basement or garage that’s sitting empty, a traditional cinema room conversion with a home entertainment system may be easier to install than you think. And the great news is, a home theatre experience isn’t a reality reserved solely for homeowners with the space to turn a whole room into a traditional home cinema. Replicating the experience of a cinema at home is an attainable goal even for those of us with a regular old living room, but of course, the more realistic cinema experience you want, the more changes and commitments you’ll need to make. Take a look through home cinema photos to get some ideas.

How do I turn my living room into a traditional home cinema?

Sound is the most important element for transforming a TV room into a home theatre. Invest in a quality surround sound system – this can comprise of a number of small speakers dotted around your makeshift home theatre with a subwoofer for boosting the sound. Wireless speakers are ideal for placing around the home cinema without the worry of tripping over cables in the dark. If you’re not working with a large space, a big, widescreen TV could be overbearing, especially if you want to use the room for more purposes than just TV watching, so consider a projector and foldaway screen that will hide your home entertainment system when not needed. With a quality home cinema sound system installed, it won’t matter that you don’t have the built-in speakers of a TV in your new, pop-up cinema room. Good insulation is equally important to fortify sound quality in a home cinema; without the right flooring, door and window protection, your superior sound good might just sound sub-par. Carpeted floors are ideal for absorbing sound, but if your living room has wooden floorboards cover them with a large rug to minimise reverberations. Heavy curtains will do a similar job on windows and if you can, replace flimsy doors with heavier alternatives such as fire proof doors. It might sound extreme, but we did say a home theatre would require commitment!

What furniture does my home cinema need?

Furniture for a cinema room should be minimal, comfortable and functional. Chairs and sofas you can sink into are a must, and the beauty of this room is that you can introduce home comforts such as throws and cushions to the cinematic experience of your home theatre. Or, you can go the whole hog and invest in some real cinema chairs so it will really feel like you’ve stepped out of your own home and into the cinema – either revamp some original cinema seating, buy new ones, commission your own design or adapt some regular chairs to become your chosen comfy home cinema seats. You may want to keep the room free of distractions if you’re choosing a full home cinema system and installing it in a dedicated home theatre room, with only TV stands or media cabinets to house your DVDs, DVD players and sound systems. If you choose to wall-mount your TV or projector screen, avoid giving yourself a crick in the neck by keeping it at roughly eye height (when seated) – unless your sofas are particularly high, this may rule out a TV above the fireplace.

How should I decorate my home cinema?

The thing about sitting in the dark is that, well, you can’t see much! In a dedicated cinema room or home theatre, decor can be kept minimalistic. Opt for black-out curtains on windows and keep colour schemes muted and neutral. If your living room is doubling as a home cinema, be aware of glass or shiny surfaces around the room such as picture frames, mirrors and coffee tables that can reflect the screen and create a distraction. If you’re struggling to work out how to put together your perfect home theatre room or space, consider contacting home cinema specialists who can design and install bespoke home cinemas. Even if you don’t want to go for a full renovation, they’ll be able to give you advice on acoustics, projectors and how to create the right feel for a home cinema.
Multi-Purpose Media Room
Multi-Purpose Media Room
Bobbi BulmerBobbi Bulmer
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