Photo of a small contemporary enclosed home theatre in San Francisco with grey walls, carpet, a projector screen and grey floor.

Townsend Theater Room

Surreal Systems LLC

This project is an Electronic House Magazine award winner: http://electronichouse.com/article/small_house_goes_big_with_home_automation We were brought into this project just as the major remodel was underway, allowing us to bring together a feature-rich audio/video and automation system with elegant integration into the spaces. This system provides simple control and automation of the lights, climate, audio/video, security, video surveillance, and door locks. The homeowner can use their iPads or iPhones to control everything in their home, or when away.

Private Residence No.6

Penner & Associates Architects

Design ideas for a small modern enclosed home theatre in Other with yellow walls, carpet and a wall-mounted tv.

Simons Gameroom Picture Bar Ledge

Penberthy Custom Builders

Daniel Karr
Photo of a small traditional open concept home theatre in Houston.

West Kingsdown

Modus Cinemas

Small contemporary enclosed home theatre in Kent with grey walls, carpet, a projector screen and grey floor.

Contemporary New Build, Ribble Valley

Design by UBER

There's nothing like a dedicated home cinema for that immersive experience paired with incredible sound. All in the comfort of super-comfy sofas with your favourite snacks and treats. We like to throw some design quirks like hidden louvered ceiling lighting and soft padded chevron panelling to help the acoustics.

Wall Mounted TV Unit Primofiore Modern Living Room | Inspired Elements

Inspired Elements Ltd

Stunning Bespoke Living Room Designs With a Character for Modern Homes. So order your next personalised home furniture today! We have a unique collection of Glass Finish TV Units that will suit every living room. The storage features in the high TV units are so vivid that you can add and remove features according to the requirements.

Town Hall Drive- Basement Remodel

Interiors by JW

Brenda Eckhardt Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional home theatre in Other with beige walls and carpet.

Maple Bay View

The OneTouch House Inc

Photo by Dan Lockhart
This is an example of a small traditional enclosed home theatre in Vancouver with red walls, carpet and a projector screen.

Hampstead

Studio Suss

Philip Vile
Inspiration for a small contemporary enclosed home theatre in London with black walls, carpet, a projector screen and brown floor.

Award Winning Greenwich Theater

Multimedia Resource Group Inc

Chichi Ubina
This is an example of a small traditional enclosed home theatre in New York with blue walls, carpet and a projector screen.

Downtown Penthouse

Sheree Stuart Design

Media Room Photography by Gillian Jackson
Design ideas for a small contemporary enclosed home theatre in Toronto with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Montrose Home Theater

RHODES BUILDERS

G. Rhodes
This is an example of a small modern enclosed home theatre in Charlotte with brown walls, carpet and a projector screen.

Lake Spirit Retreat

LiLu Interiors

Up North lakeside living all year round. An outdoor lifestyle—and don’t forget the dog. Windows cracked every night for fresh air and woodland sounds. Art and artifacts to display and appreciate. Spaces for reading. Love of a turquoise blue. LiLu Interiors helped a cultured, outdoorsy couple create their year-round home near Lutsen as a place of live, work, and retreat, using inviting materials, detailing, and décor that say “Welcome,” muddy paws or not. ---- Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations that their upscale clientele own second homes in. ----- For more about LiLu Interiors, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/ --- To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/blog/portfolio-items/lake-spirit-retreat/

Home Theater

Design ideas for a small home theatre in Los Angeles with a built-in media wall.

SW Portland Contemporary Condo: Media Room

Robin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPS

By creating a floating storage unit, we've added the illusion of spaciousness in this clean-line design. The notched drawer fronts in the continuous-grain walnut inset drawers furthers the aesthetic of the clean lines in this contemporary space. We decided on the rich, deep blue for two of the walls to add depth and dimension, but did not want it to overwhelm the space and make it seem small. The floating shelves allow for just enough storage and also make for a great place to display the owner's art collection. Photo: Dan Kvitka

DVD / CD Storage Drawer - Detail

User

This is an example of a small traditional enclosed home theatre in Chicago with beige walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Inconspicuous Integration

Electronics Design Group, Inc.

Photography by William Psolka, psolka-photo.com
Inspiration for a small transitional enclosed home theatre in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Grey Lynn

Rogan Nash Architects Ltd

Simon Devitt
Design ideas for a small midcentury enclosed home theatre in Auckland with white walls, concrete floors and a built-in media wall.

Custom AV Rack

Audio Video Concepts & Design, Inc.

Red K Photography
Small contemporary enclosed home theatre in Charlotte with beige walls, carpet and a built-in media wall.

Small Brown 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.