The client dreamed of a cinema that looked as though it had always belonged to the main house, with a Georgian aesthetic, modern twist, and every trace of technology tucked quietly out of sight. He also wanted a fully immersive audio-visual experience.
Cyberhomes Limited took on the whole journey itself, from design and construction to integration. Before a single speaker was chosen, the team built an STC-52 acoustic barrier into the walls, the ceiling and a dedicated acoustic door, so the bass stays in the room and the staff residence next door stays peaceful.
Inside, a Dolby Atmos 7.2.2 system sits entirely out of view. A laser projector drops down from the ceiling in front of an acoustically transparent screen, with the front speakers set into the wall and slim subwoofers hidden behind the screen. The walls are asymmetrical and a pool table claims part of the room, so angled in-ceiling speakers take the place of traditional surrounds. A Savant control system brings it all together with Lutron shading and Heatmiser heating, so the room is easy to enjoy and effortless to run.
Lutron-controlled electric blackout blinds with fully concealed side channels were installed within each window recess, layered with electric Roman shades in front for both aesthetic and acoustic benefit; the two doors received matching Lutron blackout curtains.
Angled in-ceiling speakers were installed within the coffer edge, fully adjustable to aim directly at the main listening position in place of a true rear speaker wall.
A removable service panel was installed in front of the blind track, allowing future servicing or replacement without disturbing the surrounding joinery.
Lutron's pull-to-start feature was integrated so a gentle pull on the curtain automatically triggers it to open or close.
