We are building a new home and finally have the space/funds to build a dedicated home theater/media room!
I've been wanting one of these for a while and want to make sure I do things right, the first time, from a design perspective. Can you help me with any insight into any changes you would make to the basic layout (we are still a few weeks away from framing).
This will be a 7.2 system with a projector/screen and 2 rows of theater seating (no equipment has been purchased...lots of research to be done here....)
In the back of the room, there is a cutout for a bar sink, refrigerator and a component cabinet that is accessible from the rear (attic)
I am seeking input on:
1) Door placement - Originally the architect had the door on the side, but this seemed to interfere with the side speaker placement. So I am thinking that a door in the back of the room would be better. I am worried about my rear speaker placement now that the door is there. I think this will depend on the type of speakers that I purchase, but I am not interested in any in-wall/in-ceiling speakers for this system. Need advice....
2) Noting the size of the room, what is the optimal placement for the platform? Is a 6" setup appropriate? Ceiling height is scheduled to be 9'.


What else am I missing? Overall impressions? Good design, what things do I need to look out for?
Thanks!!!!!


I've been wanting one of these for a while and want to make sure I do things right, the first time, from a design perspective. Can you help me with any insight into any changes you would make to the basic layout (we are still a few weeks away from framing).This will be a 7.2 system with a projector/screen and 2 rows of theater seating (no equipment has been purchased...lots of research to be done here....)
In the back of the room, there is a cutout for a bar sink, refrigerator and a component cabinet that is accessible from the rear (attic)
I am seeking input on:
1) Door placement - Originally the architect had the door on the side, but this seemed to interfere with the side speaker placement. So I am thinking that a door in the back of the room would be better. I am worried about my rear speaker placement now that the door is there. I think this will depend on the type of speakers that I purchase, but I am not interested in any in-wall/in-ceiling speakers for this system. Need advice....
2) Noting the size of the room, what is the optimal placement for the platform? Is a 6" setup appropriate? Ceiling height is scheduled to be 9'.
What else am I missing? Overall impressions? Good design, what things do I need to look out for?
Thanks!!!!!










