The 2.4 metre wide 2.40:1 acoustically transparent screen is framed by aluminium and black velvet. Timber frames also wrapped in black velvet are positioned around this. The front speakers are 3 B&W CT7.3's and sit on shelves at viewing height behind. Below these, there are 2 Velodyne CHT12 subwoofers. The power is via Rotel 1575 and 1565 5 and 2 channel amps and processing is done via Rotel 1570 pre-amp. I also have an Audyssey MultEQ installed to for audio correction in the room. Most of my movies are stored on Buffalo linkstations and I use a Dune Smart HD H1 media player or a Panasonic BD60 to play discs. The red velevt curtains are manual and really set the mood and atomosphere to the room - their secondary role is to help improve contrast for 16:9 material when pulled across the bare portions of the screen.

Our first purcahse for the entire project was the red sofa! The two end seats are motorised recliners. The JVC HD750 projector sits above in the space between internal walls and exterior garage door. Scaling for different aspect ratio material is achieved with a Lumagen Radiance Mini 3D. Matching framed panels wrapped with acoustically transparent cloth, hide the 4 surround B&W CT7.4 surround speakers. Dimmed lighting is controlled via Lutron GRAFIK eye. Currently I use a Logitech Harmony One to control all the kit but if funds allow next year, I would seriously consider Control 4 as an option.

The room was previously our double garage, accessed from the porch. Then a room was built within it using frames, studowork and plenty of insulation. One of the major aspects of the project was to reposition the Megaflow pressurised water cylinder, from its original position at the centre of the wall to the left side as seen now. 2 radiators were also positioned vertically on opposite sides but even then, we often require an electric heater during winter. The kit was housed on the right hand side on shelves, facing you as you walk in to the room.

Wasted space transformed!

Basic layout and planning the end appearance.

Gets cold in winter!

Even with 2 full sized rads we need an electric heater & a blanket in winter!

Speaker in place on shelves at the correct positions relative to seating.

Who needs opening garage doors without a garage?

I wanted a curved wall at the entrance just to give it that traditional cinema lobby appearance.

The kit is stored on shelves with access to the front display panels. The surrounding wall was covered in black velvet too as I had loads spare and I thought it would look cool.

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solarrdadd  » Jul 24, 2012 10:18 PM

perfect 10!!!

luwanda  » Jul 19, 2012 02:24 AM

Looks incredible, you must be really proud of what you've done there mate. Have fun with it =]

DJ_NachoMan  » Jul 18, 2012 02:48 PM

OMG!!!! WOW!!!!

callas01  » Jul 14, 2012 10:29 AM

nice setup. looks awesome.

B.Hulk  » Jul 11, 2012 10:49 AM

Thanks for the update. Exactly how much distance is needed between the screen and the CT's and do you ever experience screen movement during intense movie scenes? And can you create a link to any build pic's you may have "please" don't use Facebook....excellent theater and Congrats once again.....Big 10/10 from me! You've earned it.....you can pm me if you like with any more details you'd like to share.....cheers....B.Hulk....

drgekko  » Jul 11, 2012 08:54 AM

Reply to B. Hulk: Hi. There are 2 Velodyne CHT12's which sit on the floor behind the screen wall. The actual room dimensions are 5m x 4.8m. The screen is approximately 1.5m away from the rear wall & we sit around 3m away from the screen.

sonic_debauchery  » Jul 10, 2012 07:05 PM

Outstanding!!!!

B.Hulk  » Jul 10, 2012 05:40 PM

How many subs are you using and were do you have them placed? What are the dimensions of your room?

ilikemytoys  » Jul 10, 2012 03:44 PM

Your project turned out very nice. Great job and thanks for sharing!

drgekko  » Jul 10, 2012 01:42 PM

Thank you all very much for your kind comments. I've updated the pics with some brief descriptions, including the kit listing.

B.Hulk  » Jul 10, 2012 11:46 AM

Amazing theater room, more pic's would be appreciated aswell....Congrats.....

iamlilc  » Jul 10, 2012 10:32 AM

That is disgustingly awesome. Absolutely amazing home theater you got there!

Rmb1080p  » Jul 10, 2012 08:58 AM

Easy 10, and yes, equipment list, please!

prerich  » Jul 10, 2012 08:21 AM

Equipment list, please Very nice theater!

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