Houghton | Smart Home Inspiration

A key design requirement was to incorporate the complete system within the room, including the rack, as there was no space elsewhere in the house or scope for external work. The equipment was discreetly hidden within specially constructed walls, but, as a small space, this introduced challenges around sound and heat.

Insulation material on the internal walls was key to reduce transmission of sound both to and from adjoining rooms, particularly the kitchen. The windows and external door were filled with absorptive material and drywalled to prevent sound projecting on neighbours. A ducted ventilation system was installed to extract the heat. Fans were fitted in the ceiling on acoustic material to minimise vibration.

This installation comprises a JVC projector, a fixed screen from Display Technologies and a Klipsch Dolby Atmos 7.1.2 surround sound system. A Control4 set up brings the room to life. A PlayStation5 has been placed in a storage space on a side wall, with a removable panel to facilitate changing games.

The client also wanted to prioritise picture size over audio, while maximising the number of seats. Because of the restricted space, the integrator needed to find the right balance between speaker placement and seat positioning to ensure everyone could appreciate the big screen.

This tiny room has been transformed into a relaxing space which can accommodate the whole family.