Diamond Custom Homes Capistrano in Quail West, Naples, FL Oversized media room and study featuring a built-in desk and shelving, step seats with soft, black leather sofas and a built-in large screen television.

Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home theater with glass wall garden view

Whipple Russell Architects

Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home theater with glass wall garden view. Photo by William MacCollum.
Design ideas for an expansive modern open concept home theatre in Los Angeles with carpet, a projector screen, brown walls and grey floor.

Home Cinema Berlin

raumdeuter

This small private room combines a luxurious cinema with a bar, diner area and dancefloor. Lighting and projection technique including the automatic curtain can be operated via tablet PC. Photos: Emmanuel Decouard

Sunset Celebrations

A. Perry Homes

The ceiling of this home theater looks like the night sky, adding to the magic of the movie experience.
Large traditional enclosed home theatre in Chicago with beige walls, carpet, a projector screen and beige floor.

Performance Theater

Media Rooms Inc

Home Theater includes a stage for family band concerts. The adjoining bar area adds to the family entertaining area. This project won National awards from NARI and Electronic House. The Theater gear was supplied and installed by Media Rooms' electronic integration department. The Theater proscenium, Stage and Bar were designed & fabricated in the In-House Cabinet shop of Media Rooms Inc.

Traditional Beach House

DD Ford Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style enclosed home theatre in Santa Barbara with green walls, carpet, a projector screen and green floor.

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Gramophone

Photo of a traditional enclosed home theatre in DC Metro with carpet and a projector screen.

Home Theatre

Mayta & Jensen

Design ideas for a traditional enclosed home theatre in San Francisco with carpet.

Villa Harrah Home Theater

Plenium Builders

16-person movie theater featuring a dramatic, mountain-themed mural. Jeff Dow Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary enclosed home theatre in Other with blue walls, carpet, black floor and a projector screen.

North Mesa Residence

Starwood Custom Homes

Enclosed home theatre in Phoenix with multi-coloured walls, carpet, a projector screen and brown floor.

Southlake Tuscan Modern

Simmons Estate Homes

Mediterranean home theatre in Dallas with grey walls, carpet and brown floor.

Greenwich

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed home theatre in New York with black walls, carpet, a projector screen and beige floor.

Las Flores Ave., Arcadia California for Coldwell Banker Realtor Ash Rizk

Guettler Photo

David Guettler Photography www.davidguettlerphoto.com (562) 225.1941 david@guettlerphotography.com
Photo of a traditional enclosed home theatre in Los Angeles with grey walls, carpet, a projector screen and grey floor.

Home Theater in Brentwood

Eden Builders

Large traditional enclosed home theatre in Los Angeles with beige walls, carpet, a projector screen and beige floor.

Basement & Home Theater

Garris Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a small traditional enclosed home theatre in Chicago with black walls, carpet and a projector screen.

José Reyes Theatre

AcousticSmart Home Theatre Interiors

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

Fun For the Whole Family

Integrated Smart Technologies, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed home theatre in Grand Rapids with beige walls, carpet and a projector screen.

Tranquil Transitional

TD Cox Homes

Photo of a mid-sized enclosed home theatre in Houston with beige walls, carpet and a wall-mounted tv.

Pelican Pointe Residence

Kelly Peart Construction Management Co.

This is an example of a mediterranean home theatre in Orange County with carpet and a projector screen.

Burnett River House

Tomas O'Malley Architect

John Cullen
Inspiration for a contemporary enclosed home theatre in Brisbane with black walls, carpet and black floor.

Home Theatre Design Photos with Light Hardwood Floors and Carpet

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.