9-1/2" Wide, Engineered, French White Oak - Galapagos Marchena

This is an example of a modern home theatre in Raleigh with light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Mid-sized modern enclosed home theatre in Minneapolis with red walls, light hardwood floors, a projector screen and brown floor.

Game Room

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

This family asked for a game room for family fun and we gave them exactly what they wanted. We love the wainscoting, wood flooring, custom molding, and millwork throughout, and the recessed mood lighting.

北欧シアタールーム

Design ideas for a scandinavian open concept home theatre in Other with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a projector screen and beige floor.

Organic Modern, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

This is a cozy TV theater loft. We furnished this space with a custom- sized corner sectional sized precisely for this small room. The peek through window above the sofa frames the hill country view through the wall of windows in the next room.

Johns Creek basement

Cardinal Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for an expansive transitional home theatre in Atlanta with multi-coloured walls and light hardwood floors.

Last House on the Left

SV Design

Having been neglected for nearly 50 years, this home was rescued by new owners who sought to restore the home to its original grandeur. Prominently located on the rocky shoreline, its presence welcomes all who enter into Marblehead from the Boston area. The exterior respects tradition; the interior combines tradition with a sparse respect for proportion, scale and unadorned beauty of space and light. This project was featured in Design New England Magazine. http://bit.ly/SVResurrection Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Private House, Notting Hill, London

Layzell Architects

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept home theatre in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a projector screen and beige floor.

Alameda Residence

Christian Rice Architects, Inc.

Coronado, CA The Alameda Residence is situated on a relatively large, yet unusually shaped lot for the beachside community of Coronado, California. The orientation of the “L” shaped main home and linear shaped guest house and covered patio create a large, open courtyard central to the plan. The majority of the spaces in the home are designed to engage the courtyard, lending a sense of openness and light to the home. The aesthetics take inspiration from the simple, clean lines of a traditional “A-frame” barn, intermixed with sleek, minimal detailing that gives the home a contemporary flair. The interior and exterior materials and colors reflect the bright, vibrant hues and textures of the seaside locale.

Modern Theatre - Yaletown, Vancouver

ADA - arata hatanaka design atelier

This is an example of a mid-sized modern enclosed home theatre in Vancouver with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Bankview Smart Home

smartSPACE - Home Theatre and Automation

Basement Media room. Piano black soundbar floating below the television adds interest and excellent sound. Lights, blinds, tv and security are all controlled from your iPhone/iPad, Android device.

Italy House

ITALICAM

Photo of a large contemporary home theatre in Miami with white walls, a projector screen, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Home Golf Simulator

Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.

A custom home golf simulator and bar designed for a golf fan.
Large traditional enclosed home theatre in DC Metro with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall and green floor.

A work in Progress

Olu Walker

Less is often times more.
Photo of a small country open concept home theatre in Newark with green walls, light hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Carlyle House

Mood London Design

Media Room
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed home theatre in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

Burnaby

Wayback Architects

Millwork Steven Evans
Mid-sized modern home theatre in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Northside Piers

Cortina & Käll

Tim Williams
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept home theatre in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a projector screen and brown floor.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring

Speers Flooring

"Spring Creek" Luxury Wood Vinyl Hypoallergenic, making it perfect for important allergen-free rooms like bedrooms, family and living rooms.
Photo of a large traditional open concept home theatre in Toronto with light hardwood floors, beige walls and a wall-mounted tv.

Velasco

Bella Vista Company

Shoot2Sel
Mid-sized traditional enclosed home theatre in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors and a projector screen.

7535 highway 20 Anacortes Scimitar Ranch

Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept home theatre in Seattle with white walls and light hardwood floors.

Brown Home Theatre Design Photos with Light Hardwood 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.