What seating is right for my home cinema?
Selecting the perfect home cinema seating is paramount for a successful home cinema installation. Your comfort during those long movie marathons or binge-watching sessions is crucial. Making the wrong choice in seating can significantly impact the enjoyment of your home cinema experience. Here are several key factors we think are important to consider:
Family Composition and Age of Children: It might seem unusual, but understanding the dynamics of your family and the ages of any children is essential. Different seats cater to different age groups. For families with older children and adults, formal cinema seating is ideal. However, if younger children will frequent the home cinema, day bed-style seating provides versatility, allowing them to lie down comfortably, and maybe even catch a nap. Our approach often combines day bed seating for the front row and formal seating for the rear, offering the best of both worlds. The relaxed vibe of the day bed seating also facilitates easy viewing for those in the second row without a significant height difference.
Individual Seats vs. Sofas: Consider whether you prefer individual seats or a sofa arrangement. The joy of a home cinema is sharing the experience with family, making sofas an attractive option for cozy movie nights. Even in more formal setups, we can customise seating without arms to create a blend of formality and comfort.
Fabric Selection: While leather is the traditional choice for home cinema seating due to its luxurious appeal and durability, fabric offers a cosier, more personalised feel. In our bespoke designs, we ensure that fabric choices complement the room's aesthetic, with options for different rows to have varied fabrics, finishes, and colours. Additionally, fabric chairs provide a slight acoustic advantage over leather.
Electric or Manual Recliners: Most of our home cinema seating features adjustable backrests and footrests, with the option for personalised programming to your preferred seating position. This automation can synchronise with dimming lights for a seamless movie experience.
Additional Features: Elevate your home cinema experience with luxury amenities such as cup holders, chillers, chargers, and mini-fridges. What once seemed extravagant, like chilled cup holders, are now standard offerings. Integrated wireless charging stations in armrests ensure your devices stay powered, including the main room control iPad.
