If you prefer your entertainment on television, the projector screen automatically stores in ceiling and TV is lowered to eye level.
This is an example of an expansive traditional open concept home theatre in Los Angeles with beige walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and black floor.

Recital Room by Martin Kobus - Designers Showcase 2019

Ark Hardwood Flooring, Inc.

In Recital Room designed by Martin Kobus in the Decorator's Showcase 2019, we used Herringbone Oak Flooring installed with nail and glue installation.

Cinema Room

Mille Couleurs London

Cinema room with walls covered in fabric. Fabric stretched on all walls using our invisible technique.
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept home theatre in London with carpet and a built-in media wall.

Pampano Beach

Studio Bespoke

Studio Bespoke
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept home theatre in Miami with black walls, a wall-mounted tv and painted wood floors.

Home Theater and Concession

Susan Jablon

Nothing completes the perfect home theater better than your very own concession stand!
This is an example of a large modern open concept home theatre in New York with white walls.

Sophisticated Style in Urban Oasis

Curtain Couture

Custom drapery
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept home theatre in Chicago with brown walls, carpet and grey floor.

Quail Ridge Residence

Colours Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept home theatre in Las Vegas with brown walls, carpet and a projector screen.

Society Hill Townhouse

Phillip Johnson Construction

Don Pearse Photographers
This is an example of a large modern open concept home theatre in Philadelphia with carpet and a wall-mounted tv.

Pacific Palisades Garage Conversion Entertainment Room

Spazio LA

The new "man cave"/ entertainment room features a venetian plaster wall behind the TV with two matching ceiling soffits, custom cabinets, new HVAC units and french doors with electric shades. A new 85" TV, speakers, two subwoofers at the back wall and an all in one system controlled by a universal control were also added to this modern entertainment space. The room also features Cascade Latourell SPC Floors and Caesarstone Empira white countertops, all from Spazio LA Tile Gallery.

Home Cinema - Lounge

Janey Butler Interiors

A stylish cinema room / lounge. Designed into the space is a retractable acoustic cinema screen as well as an 85” 4KTV with plastered into the walls Amina speakers, giving the recessed TV pride of place once the cinema screen is retracted. With stylish built in media storage underneath, with walnut veneer shelving. John Cullen Lighting throughout on a Lutron system alongside the luxury velvet and voile curtains, which are all fully automated and linked to the Crestron Home Automation system. With underfloor heating throughout and tiled in a large format stunning porcelain tile. Stylish corner sofa in a gorgeous velour fabric and scatter cushions, in soft calming luxury colour tones. The large carpet rug, which is a silk mix adds luxury and oppulence to the interior and creates a welcoming feel to the interior. Contemporary style display cabinet and coffee table in a variety of sizes, woods and colours. With drift wood style lamp and cube tables. Home Cinema Kaleidescape system as part of the Crestron Home Automation which we design and build into all of our projects. A luxury, inviting, stylish cinema room - lounge with luxury fabrics, materials and technology. All furniture items and accessories are available through Janey Butler Interiors. Contact us for more information and details.

Sophisticated Man Cave

Reclaimed DesignWorks

Reclaimed Antique Historic Plank Flooring. Photo by Red Shutter Studio.
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept home theatre in Charleston with medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and beige walls.

Blueridge Dr.

Cinergy Construction

This was a detached building from the main house just for the theater. The interior of the room was designed to look like an old lodge with reclaimed barn wood on the interior walls and old rustic beams in the ceiling. In the process of remodeling the room we had to find old barn wood that matched the existing barn wood and weave in the old with the new so you could not see the difference when complete. We also had to hide speakers in the walls by Faux painting the fabric speaker grills to match the grain of the barn wood on all sides of it so the speakers were completely hidden. We also had a very short timeline to complete the project so the client could screen a movie premiere in the theater. To complete the project in a very short time frame we worked 10-15 hour days with multiple crew shifts to get the project done on time. The ceiling of the theater was over 30’ high and all of the new fabric, barn wood, speakers, and lighting required high scaffolding work.

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.

Marsh Hawk (Fall 2017 Parade Winner)

Epic Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept home theatre in Other with grey walls, carpet, a projector screen and grey floor.

Ultra Modern, complete remodel

Design by Sasha

Home theater lounge area
Photo of an expansive contemporary open concept home theatre in Las Vegas with black walls, ceramic floors, a projector screen and grey floor.

Lower Merion Restoration & Renovation

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Expansive traditional open concept home theatre in Philadelphia with beige walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and green floor.

Our TV Installation

DeBoard Electronics

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open concept home theatre in Little Rock with black walls, carpet and a projector screen.

Media Room with Tiered Seating

Total Home Technologies

Small media room. Video projector with 110" projection screen, in-wall speakers, dimmable LED lighting, custom home theatre seating with theatre riser. Photo's by FYM Photography

Belgrave Mansion

Tollgard Design Group

Photo of a large transitional open concept home theatre in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Shadle

jburkhart

Photo of a country open concept home theatre in Dallas with carpet and a wall-mounted tv.

Black Open Concept 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.