Home theaters can take at-home entertainment to a new level. Whether you already have a theater in your Lake Winnipesaukee, NH home, or you’re planning a new or updated installation, you don’t want to miss out on these home theater ideas.

In this blog post, we dive into three smart technology additions you might not have thought about adding to your home theater, including lighting control, climate control, and motorized window shades. Let’s get started.

Smart home technology is taking southern Maine by storm, causing more builders, interior designers, and architects to implement the necessary infrastructure when planning new builds. In particular, home theater systems are a popular request for adding entertainment in living rooms and family spaces. It’s much easier on builders to include the necessary components for these solutions ahead of time so that Kennebunk, ME properties are ready to be customized for clients. 

Our team attended another year of the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) Expo which showcases a wide variety of innovative products in home entertainment, security, smart home systems, and more.

Of all the impressive products and solutions on display during the three-day tradeshow, we were particularly intrigued by the latest innovations in home theater design. Below, we’ll highlight a few notable trends showcased at CEDIA that are shaking up the traditional home theater design seen in homes across Portland and southern Maine today. Get the details below.

Going to the movies is a great American tradition. Whether you are going with a date or a group of friends or your whole family, everyone gets excited when the lights go down, and the show begins in that big room with all those strangers. Just thinking about it brings up memories of popcorn and soda, whispers and chuckles during the credits. Of course, the good stuff always comes with a bit of the bad, like sticky floors and the inevitable shimmy down the crowded aisle to go to the concession stand. But with the modern home theater, you can have all the good stuff without any of the annoying bits. 

When it comes to home theater ideas for your Elizabeth, ME home, the only limit is your imagination. Keep reading for some inspiration for your own home cinema escape.