Home Theater & Private Cinema

Investment varies based on room size, performance goals, and finishes:

Media Room (Multi-Purpose Space):

• Basic: $30,000-50,000 (Large TV, surround sound, comfortable seating)
• Enhanced: $50,000-100,000 (Projector, better acoustics, automation)

Dedicated Home Theater:

• Premium: $100,000-200,000 (True cinema experience, acoustics, luxury seating)
• Reference-Grade: $200,000-500,000+ (Ultimate performance, custom everything)

What's Included: Display (projector/screen or TV), audio system (5.1 to Dolby Atmos), video processing, control system, acoustic treatment, lighting control, seating, room finishes, installation, calibration, and training.

Most of our clients invest $75,000-150,000 for a dedicated theater that delivers exceptional performance without compromise.

Media Room:

• • Multi-purpose space (movies, sports, gaming, gathering)
• • Ambient light present (windows, general lighting)
• • Large TV (75"-100"+) or short-throw projector
• • Surround sound (5.1 or 7.1)
• • Comfortable furniture-style seating
• • Good performance, but not reference-grade
• • Investment: $30,000-100,000

Dedicated Home Theater:

• • Single purpose: ultimate movie experience
• • Complete light control (no windows, dimmable lighting)
• • High-performance projector + acoustically transparent screen
• • Immersive audio (Dolby Atmos, 7.2.4 to 15.2.6)
• • Stadium-style cinema seating with recliners
• • Professional acoustic treatment (absorption, diffusion, bass traps)
• • Reference-grade calibration
• • Investment: $100,000-500,000+

We help you choose based on how you'll use the space, your budget, and your performance expectations.

Acoustics are critical for true cinema performance. Our approach includes:

Room Acoustics (Internal Sound Quality):

• Absorption: Acoustic panels on walls/ceiling to eliminate echoes and reflections
• Diffusion: Scatter reflections for natural, spacious sound
• Bass Traps: Corner and wall treatments to control low-frequency resonance
• Speaker Placement: Optimized positions based on room dimensions
• Calibration: Professional tuning with measurement microphones

Soundproofing (Isolation from Other Spaces):

• Wall Construction: Double/staggered-stud walls with mass-loaded vinyl
• Ceiling/Floor Decoupling: Resilient channels, floating floors
• Door Seals: Solid-core doors with acoustic seals
• HVAC Silencing: Lined ducts, sound baffles, quiet equipment

Cost Impact: Basic acoustic treatment: $5,000-15,000. Professional soundproofing: $15,000-50,000+ depending on room size and isolation goals.

We work with both existing spaces and new construction:

Existing Spaces (Basement, Bonus Room, Spare Bedroom):

• ✅ Absolutely possible—most of our theaters are retrofits
• ✅ We assess dimensions, ceiling height, access, ambient light
• ✅ Strategic acoustic treatment without major construction
• ✅ Work around existing HVAC, electrical, structural elements
• ✅ Typical timeline: 4-8 weeks depending on finishes

Ideal Room Characteristics:

• • Minimum 12' x 16' (larger is better)
• • 8' ceiling minimum (9-10' preferred)
• • Rectangular shape (avoid perfect squares)
• • Ability to control light (blackout shades or no windows)

New Construction:

• ✅ Optimal—we design the room from scratch
• ✅ Plan for proper dimensions, soundproofing, HVAC, electrical
• ✅ Pre-wire during framing for clean installation
• ✅ Lower long-term cost vs. retrofitting

We'll visit your space, assess feasibility, and recommend the best approach for your budget and goals.

Both have strengths—the right choice depends on your space and priorities:

Projector + Screen (True Cinema Experience):

Pros:

• • Massive screen sizes (100"-200"+)
• • True theatrical immersion
• • Acoustically transparent screens (speakers behind screen)
• • Better for dark rooms (optimal viewing environment)
• • More cinematic "feel"

Cons:

• • Requires light control (dedicated theater or blackout shades)
• • Lamp replacement every 2,000-4,000 hours ($200-500)
• • Setup complexity (calibration, maintenance)

Large TV (MicroLED/OLED 85"-100"+):

Pros:

• • Works in rooms with ambient light
• • No lamp replacements (10+ year lifespan)
• • Simpler setup and operation
• • Perfect blacks (OLED)
• • Better for multi-purpose media rooms

Cons:

• • Limited to ~100" (affordable), ~146" (luxury MicroLED $100K+)
• • Less immersive than larger screens
• • Can't place speakers behind screen

Our Recommendation: Projector for dedicated theaters with light control. Large TV for multi-purpose media rooms with windows.

Timeline depends on project scope and whether it's new construction or retrofit:

New Construction (Ideal Scenario):

• Design & Planning: 2-4 weeks (room layout, equipment selection)
• Pre-Wire Phase: 3-5 days during framing (in-wall speakers, conduit, wiring)
• Wait for Finishes: Weeks/months (drywall, paint, flooring by builder)
• Equipment Install: 5-10 days (speakers, projector, rack, seating)
• Programming & Calibration: 2-3 days (audio tuning, video calibration, control system)
• Training & Handoff: Half-day walkthrough
• Total Active Time: 2-3 weeks (spread over construction timeline)

Existing Space Retrofit:

• Design & Planning: 1-2 weeks
• Construction (if needed): 1-3 weeks (acoustic treatment, soundproofing, finishes)
• AV Installation: 1-2 weeks (all equipment, wiring, seating)
• Calibration & Training: 2-3 days
• Total Timeline: 4-8 weeks from start to finished theater

We coordinate with your builder/contractor and work around your schedule to minimize disruption to your home.