Photo of a large contemporary enclosed home theatre in New York with black walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Pehle Lower Level

College City Design Build

Photo of a large traditional enclosed home theatre in Minneapolis with brown walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Arnold Schulman

Arnold Schulman Design Group

Home Theater photo by Brantley Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary enclosed home theatre in Miami with beige walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Oak Hill Craftsman

Marilyn Hill Interiors

Showcase Photographers
Mid-sized transitional enclosed home theatre in Nashville with grey walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Home Theater

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This French Country home theater features wall-to-wall black cabinetry built-ins with a large TV screen. A cognac leather sectional sits in the center of the room for viewing. The windows are dressed with damask custom patterned curtains.

Beachfront Dana Point

McRae Lambert Dunn

A. G. Photography
Design ideas for a large modern enclosed home theatre in Orange County with white walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Montoya Residence

Digital Installers

This is an example of a small contemporary enclosed home theatre in Los Angeles with brown walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Home Movie Theater in Saint Davids

Semerjian Interiors

Open Home Theatre in Basement with Wood paneling and Theater seating
Design ideas for a transitional open concept home theatre in Philadelphia with brown walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Home cinema at Gleneagles Private residence

Design by UBER

A compact home cinema with fixed (very) large TV. Photo by Karl Hopkins. All rights reserved including copyright by UBER
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illume

Alair Homes - Salt Lake

Brad Montgomery
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Park Lane

SDG Architecture, Inc.

Bernard Andre'
Large modern enclosed home theatre in San Francisco with carpet, a built-in media wall and grey walls.

Lake Shore Drive Co-Op featured in House & Garden

Summer Thornton Design, Inc

Josh Thornton
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The Ancaster Estate

Parkyn Design

A traditional theatre room.
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Contemporary Denver Residence

b+g design inc.

Transitional Home Theater
Mid-sized contemporary enclosed home theatre in Denver with beige walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Home Theater

Ziegler Construction

Photo of a large traditional enclosed home theatre in Philadelphia with beige walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Abbey View, London

Simon Burt Photography

Simon Burt
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Manley Meadows

ST Custom Homes

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Built-In Wall Unit

Customwoods Custom Cabinetry

Mid-sized traditional enclosed home theatre in San Francisco with green walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Gaming Room

K&W Audio

A very cool gaming room. Move over pool table, here comes Multi-Player Xbox!
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed home theatre in Calgary with multi-coloured walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Chevy Chase Media Room

Custom Works AV Inc

After. We added fabric covered walls for the acoustical properties, upgraded the TV and installed a Totem Acoustics surround speaker package.
Design ideas for a small traditional enclosed home theatre in DC Metro with beige walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Home Theatre Design Photos with Carpet and a Built-in Media Wall

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.