We all have memories of that sense of exhilaration while watching the previews leading up to a much-anticipated film at the movie theatre. The smell of popcorn, the cool air conditioning, and the iconic voices narrating the trailers is something most of us can relate to from quite a young age. It’s something that brings almost universal joy and conjures fond memories. For the real movie enthusiasts among you, you’ve probably wished you didn’t have to wait to go to the theatre for the next big premiere. Maybe you have kids and it’s hard to find a sitter while you see the latest blockbuster, or perhaps it’s just a general hassle to make it out to the nearest theatre. In which case, why not bring the theatre to you?
This may sound a bit far fetched at first, but in this day and age there are plenty of gadgets and gizmos to rival movie theatre quality that you can have installed in your own home! This might even be a longstanding dream of yours that you just hadn’t thought was possible. If you’re stumped on where to start as far as designing the perfect TV room or home theatre goes, we have you covered. Check out these 6 tips for creating an amazing TV room.
Of course, the television itself should take centre stage. For a real movie theatre effect, the bigger the TV better. You are quite unlikely to regret upgrading to a high resolution TV either. Better quality imaging will help you to truly get lost in a riveting plot, to appreciate the beautiful cinematography in your favourite fantasy film, and to have more visual precision whilst watching the big game. Orienting the room around the TV will help to best define its purpose. The elongated room is shaped in such a way that the screen stands as the obvious focal point. The bespoke gold windows and red curtain in this home cinema further enhance our focus on the big screen. The red carpet and twinkling LED lights above are the finishing adornments used in highlighting this big screen TV fit for a king.
When it comes to outfitting your home theatre with furnishings, comfort ought to be your main priority. We’ve all had the experience of attempting to watch a film but never being able to adjust to a comfortable enough position on the sofa or chair. Some plush sofas are sure to make the movie experience warm and cosy while leather will bring a sense of luxury and sophistication. Incorporating multiple identical sofas or chairs in rows will help give the room a real movie theatre feel. Reclining chairs are also popular fixture in home theatres. Another clever idea, pictured here in this room by Concept Interior Design & DecorationLTD. is to install raised seating. It will certainly set your home theatre apart from the rest in terms of authenticity. Everyone will have a good view and therefore a more pleasant movie watching experience.
No one wants an ugly glare on the screen when their celebrity crush is starring in a new film! It can really take you out of the plot if you’re unable to see everything that’s occurring on screen. In addition to incorporating window dressings that effectively shut out excess light, the lighting system is something to be seriously considered in forming a home theatre. Remote controlled recessed lights like the ones in this media room can shift orientation so as not to disturb viewing while still maintaining a pleasant glow. Lights emitting a blue or purple hue can also add to the movie theatre ambiance. LED’s up ahead are a fun way to add some sparkle and shine to the room. Basically, you just want to make sure you are able to easily adjust the amount of light and intensity to accommodate the movie on screen. The best way to do this is by opting for a light system that can be controlled by a hand held device. This way, you never have to move from your seat to ensure the right atmosphere for your next movie night.
For experiencing the best movie scores and special effects, a state of the art sound system is in order. To start, choose a room to serve as the home cinema that has few windows or none at all. Windows create audio distortion in the sound waves because of their glass composition. Additionally, an elongated rectangular shaped room will cause a tunnelling effect, which is ideal for great sound quality. Place the speakers on either side of the screen in the rectangular room to maximise this effect by allowing the sound to travel towards the audience. Investing in a great surround sound system will be worth every penny in making your home cinema dreams come true. Lastly, go with soft furnishing, carpeting and even wall coverings to help sound to travel without any impediment.
In place of a traditional television screen, many are reviving the use of projectors in the home in their place. Projectors offer a larger picture and they are quite trendy at the moment. They will certainly make a unique statement to your fellow guests and movie watchers. Projectors are what they use in the cinema, so this feature will earn you some authenticity points. It is especially important that you can omit light from outdoors if you opt for a projector instead of a TV screen, because they need pretty complete darkness to function most effectively. Also be sure to leave the wall where you plan to project the film white and matte in texture. Otherwise, it’s always possible to hang a sheet when you’d like to watch a film, but it’s certainly less glamorous.
Now that we’re nearing the completion of our home cinema, and show time is just around the corner, it’s time to get comfortable! We suggest you stow enough pillows and blankets in the home cinema to accommodate a full house. We love the perfect sized shelves in this home theatre for storing extra blankets when not in use. Some fleece or cashmere throws, and pillows to support the backs and necks of your guests will make a world of difference in their viewing experience. As we’ve mentioned before, not being able to get cosy and comfortable can really inhibit a person from fully enjoying a great film. You may also consider going with a big blanket to share with your partner or spouse. At last your home cinema is complete. Now all you need is some popcorn. Enjoy!
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