A FEW TIPS TO HELP YOU DESIGN THE HOME THEATRE IN YOUR HOME
Movie theater may not be a necessity in any home, but it’s certainly a delight. If your family gatherings revolve around movie night or if you love the experience of snuggling up with a great film a home theater may be worth the investment. Sure, it can be hard to find a space suitable for movie viewing. But the truth is, home theaters can live just about anywhere in your home. With a little imagination, you can turn your basement, attic, or living room into a cozy movie-watching nook. And you can deck it out as much or as little as you want to. From elaborate theaters dripping with Hollywood glamour to versatile living rooms that can double as cinemas, these home theater ideas will flood your mood board with more inspiration than you ever dreamt of.
SET THE SCENE WITH A DARK PAINT COLOR
When painting our homes, many of us shy away from dark shades like charcoal gray and navy blue. But since movie theaters are supposed to be cozy and dim, they’re excellent candidates for the darkest colors on the spectrum. So take a risk on a dark paint color you might otherwise shy away from, and let the shade set the mood in your cozy home theater.
ADD DRAMA WITH A STATEMENT CEILING
Statement ceilings make a fun addition to any space—but they’re particularly fun in a home theater. Since the room is so thematic, you can get incredibly creative with your ceiling décor. Consider painting your ceiling a striking color, illuminating it with cove lighting, or covering it with textured tiles. Don't forget to consider how well the tiles will absorb sound. Movie theaters can get pretty noisy, and you want your acoustics to sound great.
MIX AND MATCH YOUR SEATING SELECTION
When it comes to theater seating, you don’t have to stick to just one option. So line the front of your theater with lounge-worthy sofas, and tuck bar seating into the back. This segmented approach will give you the flexibility to watch movies however you want to. And it’ll give you the space to host plenty of guests on your most popular movie nights.
USE STEPS TO STAGGER YOUR SEATING
If you have room for a couple rows of couches, consider using steps to elevate the row in the back. No one wants to deal with an obstructed view, so keep your movie nights comfortable by giving every seat in your theater a clear glimpse of the screen.
KEEP BLANKETS AT THE READY
Blankets may not be part of the traditional movie theater experience. But you can certainly make them a staple of your at-home movie nights. So top your cozy theater seats with the plushest blankets you can find. And when you’re planning to host a crowd, keep a handful at the ready in a nearby basket.
LINE YOUR WALLS WITH MOOD LIGHTING
You can do a lot with home theater wall decor. But one great option is to line your walls with interesting lighting. Turn the insulation lining your walls into a decorative accent by tracing each bit with light strips. You can also dress up your walls with luxurious sconces. Instead of trying to recreate the movie theaters you’ve visited, craft a space that’s built with you in mind. After all, if you’re going through the trouble of designing a home theater, you deserve a space that meets all your needs and preferences.
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