Building a cinema room in a basement: what to plan for
Planning a basement cinema room? The escape routes, ventilation, damp, ceiling height and cabling to settle first, with England’s Building Regulations.
How big should a home cinema screen be?
Work out your home cinema screen size from viewing distance using the SMPTE and THX angles, with distances for 85 to 135 inch screens and two-row rooms.
Acoustic treatment vs soundproofing in a home cinema
Home cinema acoustic treatment shapes the sound inside the room; soundproofing keeps it in. What each involves and what England’s Building Regulations say.
Dolby Atmos at home: what 5.1.2, 7.1.4 and 9.2.6 mean
What the numbers in a Dolby Atmos speaker layout mean, where the overhead speakers go, and how to choose between 5.1.2, 7.1.4 and 9.2.6 for your room.
Projector or TV for a home cinema? How to choose
Projector vs TV for a home cinema: how light, room size, throw distance and speaker placement decide it, with real Surrey rooms we have built.
Lutron HomeWorks vs RadioRA 3 vs Caseta: which system?
HomeWorks, RadioRA 3, RA2 Select or Caseta? What each Lutron system does, which are sold in the UK, and how to choose the right one for your home.
Cinema room ideas: 20 ideas from real installs
Nine cinema and media room ideas drawn from real installations across Surrey and London, from hidden projectors to basement bars, with the thinking behind each.
How to design your best home cinema room layout
Design the perfect home cinema room with expert layout tips for seating, screens, and acoustics. Create an immersive movie experience in any space.
Can home automation increase a home’s value?
Can smart home technology add value to your property? What home automation covers, which features buyers look for, and why it can boost a home’s value.
Bringing the Magic of Cinema to an East London Hospice
A new cinema room is coming to an East London hospice in 2025, bringing joy, laughter, and connection to children and their families during challenging times.