| Over generations, the layout of our homes has | | | | bothersome. If the room is near other rooms a good |
| evolved to meet the changing lifestyles of the family. | | | | option would be to soundproof the room by adding |
| For instance, although televisions were once normally | | | | insulation before you hang the sheet rock or adding |
| restricted to a single corner of the living room, we now | | | | soundproofing panels to the walls. The space should |
| devote entire rooms to our entertainment systems. In | | | | be large enough to fit some nice comfortable seating |
| this article, we've included some great tips on designing | | | | for you your family and friends. Remember to keep |
| a home theater room for the modern home. | | | | the seating at the right distant from the television for |
| Consider choosing a large room that is rectangular in | | | | best viewing. |
| size. You may also want high ceilings to make the | | | | You will probably also want to set up stereo TV and |
| room feel more authentic, more like an actual movie | | | | surround time, but we will save that for another article. |
| theater. Also, to allow for increased noise you will | | | | Just make sure to research what electronics are |
| probably need to add some type of soundproofing | | | | available to fulfill your needs and how you can make |
| device or equipment. | | | | them work properly. |
| A home theater is a great way to take advantage of | | | | There's more to designing a home theater room than |
| a dark room in your house. If there's an area in your | | | | just the shape, size, and electronics. You'll also want to |
| basement that doesn't get much natural light, you | | | | add your personal style with small details that really |
| should consider taking advantage of it. Even if you | | | | make the room special. Find couches or chairs that |
| want to design a home theater for a room with | | | | reflect your personality, or even memorabilia from your |
| windows, you can simply use heavy drapes or black | | | | favorite movies. If you have enough room, you could |
| out shades. | | | | even include a popcorn machine or a bar. These |
| Next thing in designing a home theater room is the | | | | finishing touches will really be the aspects that you |
| sound and space. The room should be away from | | | | take great pride in. |
| bedrooms or other rooms where noise would be | | | | |