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The monochrome theme throughout the house included black LED lights, a black feature wall in the living space and black doors throughout the home.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept home theatre in Auckland with black walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Mark and Tammy Monroe

CG Construction Services LLC

Mid-sized modern open concept home theatre in Denver with beige walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

L Residence

Mason Martin Homes

Theater area across from wet bar in basement
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept home theatre in Calgary with grey walls, laminate floors, a projector screen and brown floor.

Honeycombs With a Very Shallow Recess

ShadeCraft LLC

We were able to achieve the vision of this Owens Cross Roads home owner with a very specific honeycomb shade application. Very shallow recesses in the windows made an inside mount challenging. For most of the windows, we were able to accommodate with honeycomb shades that utilize a “floating” top and bottom rail that allows for a much “slimmer” installation than traditionally possible. For the larger windows, we incorporated a very flat-to-the-window shutter frame to make the installation possible. The bonus realized is the top-down-bottom-up functionality that comes naturally with this application! Also, the versatility of honeycomb shades allows for room darkening fabric to block light in the media room, and light filtering fabric in other rooms where they want more light.

Lower Level gaming and theater room

Sketches, An Interior View LLC

A perfect space for entertaining with game room and home theater. Gorgeous hand cut ceiling beams and a tile patterned bar front compliment the blue cabinetry.

Projet Mélanie & Laurent - Rénovation d'une maison de campagne

Maison Faugeras

Mid-sized country enclosed home theatre in Other with laminate floors, a projector screen, brown walls and beige floor.

Elegant North Delta House

Visage Home Staging

A large basement media room with bar.
Design ideas for a contemporary home theatre in Vancouver with laminate floors.

Finish, furniture and accessory selections and staging for Ventura Custom Homes

Lyndsay Stokes Interiors

Built in gas fireplace with storage, large mantel, decorative niches and wall mounted tv. Built by Ventura Custom Homes.
Large transitional open concept home theatre in Other with grey walls, laminate floors and a wall-mounted tv.

LIVING ROOM LUXURY CINEMA

Pulse Cinemas

This inventive and highly integrated design underlines the reality that Pulse Cinemas and its installation partners can create cinemas to suit all environments.

Maison Molière à La Celle-Saint-Cloud

KAST DESIGN

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed home theatre in Paris with grey walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Lowanna

SDS Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style home theatre in Gold Coast - Tweed with white walls and laminate floors.

Bond Head - Finished Basement

Paradigm Drywall & Interior Finishings Inc.

This is an example of a small contemporary open concept home theatre in Other with grey walls, laminate floors and brown floor.

Mayfair, London

Kima design&build

Mid-sized contemporary enclosed home theatre in London with brown walls, laminate floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Création d'un espace destiné à des adolescents

Vert Émeraude Décoration

Audrey Cornu 90000 Belfort
Design ideas for a small industrial enclosed home theatre in Other with green walls, laminate floors and beige floor.

Антресоль

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed home theatre in Other with white walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Basement Finish Rescue - Custom Cabinets

Mangela Construction

Adjustable shelving recessed built-in with media closet and projector screen casing to match door and window trim design.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept home theatre in Other with beige walls, laminate floors, a projector screen and beige floor.

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Refresh Renovations Auckland West

The monochrome theme throughout the house included black LED lights, a black feature wall in the living space and black doors throughout the home.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept home theatre in Auckland with black walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Загородный дом в Красногорске

Савельева Юлия | АРТБУС

Бирюзовая гостиная в стиле неоклассика, домашний кинотеатр
Photo of a mid-sized transitional enclosed home theatre in Moscow with laminate floors and a built-in media wall.

Lower Level gaming and theater room

Sketches, An Interior View LLC

A perfect space for entertaining with game room and home theater. Gorgeous hand cut ceiling beams and a tile patterned bar front compliment the blue cabinetry.

Lake House Design Office and Guest Suite

Repurposed Interiors

Beach style enclosed home theatre in New York with blue walls and laminate floors.

Home Theatre Design Photos with Laminate 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.