![]() There is some degree of control over ambient lighting, but media room owners may like to rely more on natural night. Many media rooms may have windows, but again, homeowners can customise these using automated blinds or shades. For example, in-wall speakers, soundbars or ceiling speakers can all help to create a ‘surround sound’ effect, but are not complemented by a bespoke design. While there is not as much pressure to re-construct an entire room for better sound, media rooms can subtly integrate speakers into their overall design. With less pressure on the optimum viewing experience, seating can be better customised to the viewer’s requirements, for example entertaining or watching a sports game. ![]() On the downside, it does not provide as much of an ‘authentic’ home cinema experience, but it does make the room more versatile, for example studying and entertaining. Key requirements for a media roomĪ media room is more relaxed, allowing homeowners to use one room for multiple functions. With a dedicated wall, homeowners can make the most of the space available to them. Now for the main event – the screen! Home cinemas have larger, custom-made screens which can accommodate video projectors. It needs to provide its own immersive experience. That’s why you’ll often find homeowners convert a ‘spare’ room into a home cinema space – it’s not enough simply to add a few seats to an existing living space. Seats are positioned for the best view of the screen from all angles. Dead Poets Society, 1989Īmong sound and vision, home cinemas are also designed with long viewing periods in mind. The speakers are also hidden for a better aesthetic effect.Ĭarpe diem. This may mean they take longer to build than other home technology projects, as installers technically have to create a ‘room within a room’ featuring special acoustic treatments. The same goes for home cinemas – they are custom-built with sound considerations in mind. Specialised acoustic treatmentĬinemas are designed to offer optimum sound quality, while preventing it from ‘leaking out’. Often, home theatres do not have windows – just like a real cinema – or we can incorporate automated blackout shades for the same effect. This includes choosing your own settings, for example adding or taking away ambient light. To create that immersive experience, the power is in your hands. It also offers a number of other unique features. The home theatre is customised to offer that authentic cinema experience without setting foot outdoors. With the advent of streaming services and other media creators like Kaleidescape, home theatres are skyrocketing in popularity. ![]() Home cinemas, or home theatres, make up some of our favourite projects here at SONA. So what exactly is the difference? Key requirements for a home cinema One of the terms we see confused most often is ‘home cinema’ and ‘media room’. However, there are key differences between some of our most popular products. To the layman, certain terms are thrown around interchangeably. As one of only 14 companies in the entire world, part of our status involves regularly educating ourselves on new developments in smart tech. That’s why we’re proud to be CEDIA Members of Excellence. When it comes to home technology, the pace of change can be hard to keep up with, particularly for those outside of the industry.
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