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Friday, June 3rd, 2016
FFDM Textures Collection: The TV room could be as simple as this setup.
The TV room is also what’s referred to by many as the media room. This is no less than the entertainment hub in a home. This is that room where every member of the family goes to relax and bond while watching their favorite movie or TV show. Since this is so, comfort is a top priority inside this room. This means that it must also be stylish enough so that friends and relatives would want to go there.
The most fabulous TV rooms seem to have it all – glamour, style and a well-defined theme that shows the owner’s personality. Functionality is also wisely covered by many modern TV rooms.
If you still don’t know how to integrate your television set or home theatre system to your media room, then here are some ideas that can help you create the ultimate entertainment hub –
Define What You Want
You must begin by asking yourself what you really want to include inside the TV room. Is that room going to be a hundred-percent visual entertainment room? Will this be a place for relaxation, too, where guests can be entertained as you sit on a couch with a laptop on hand? Or is this going to be a general living space?
Set Your Budget
Know your priorities from the onset. Is your TV set your highest priority? Will it be the star of the media room or will the furniture be? Are you also going to set up Foxtel, Pay TV or IPTV or will you be content in downloading or streaming to your Apple devices?
You also have to set a budget for the furniture that you will set up inside this room. Common furniture needs include a lazy boy, couches, sectionals or armchairs. Knowing your needs should help you figure out the correct budget that will be allocated for this TV room project.
Space Optimization Is a Must
It is important to define where you would place your furniture and TV. There are some media rooms that are not that huge because the home only has limited space. The distance between the TV and the furniture can have a huge impact on the audio and visual experience so make sure that you set enough space between these.
To optimize space, you can place the TV set on the other side of the room where the seating unit has been pushed back against one of the walls. Make sure that the set up will not block the view of the spectators, though. For instance, if too much traffic happens between the screen and the couch, then it’s time to send this traffic behind the couch or behind that TV if that is at all possible.
Square rooms can present audio problems so it is well worth your effort if you are able to build false walls on two opposite walls in the room. This will create a rectangular shape that will greatly enhance the audio capacity of your media room.
Sound and Light Setup
You will also need to find materials that will absorb sound such as rugs and carpets. Hardwoods and tiles are not exactly your best friends inside this kind of room.
When it comes to lighting, make sure that you have draperies, curtains or blinds that could keep the light out when it’s time to watch movies or to let the light flood in during those moments when no one is using the room. It might be wise to invest in some blackout curtains especially when you have a media room that faces the sun during the day.
Organization Is Key
Organize the wires, audio and video systems so that you will have an enhanced viewing experience inside your media room. Do this and it will save you frustration in the years to come.
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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016
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A home without TV is not complete – do you agree? American homes, according to a Nielsen Company report, totals 96.7% when it comes to television ownership. Most homes even have more than one TV set which is why it is important to know where you would situate this important part of interior design.
TV Placement Challenges
There are design challenges for TV owners. Most home designers think of room orientation and where the probable focal points would be. Of course, they also consider fireplaces and exterior views. Another critical factor that should also be given thought is the right height in which the TV should be installed.
You probably already know the consequences of watching TV from a location that’s too high. Hello neck problems. If you place it too low, well, what’s the point of stooping, right?
There are a lot of issues when it comes to TV viewing. If you thought that TV placement is an easy task, think again because your TV viewing experience depends on your decisions.
There is a concrete rule, though, when it comes to the ideal TV center and height. You now need to determine this premier viewing location so that you won’t spend days moving your TV around.
First, you need to consider the height (more like the average height) of the people in your home. The general rule is that the viewer should see the television at eye level. You also need to factor in the size of your TV.
Measure the TV and do the math from there. The optimum center for TV viewers who are seated on a sofa is approximately 42 inches from the floor.
History dictates that the best viewing distance from the TV is 2.5 times the screen’s diagonal length. There are, of course, different opinions when it comes to this rule. There are some who even suggest a TV set that is bigger in relation to a room’s total space. Newer TVs need about 1.5 times the diagonal length for optimum viewing distance – at least this is what most experts recommend.
For a more concrete example, let’s say you have invested in a 60” television. This is about 32 inches high making the center of the screen at 16” from the floor. Sofa seating heights are generally 18” from the floor and what’s considered as the eye level for a seated adult is 24” above the seat.
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TV Spots
There are regular spots where your TV should be placed. For some, the area above the fireplace is a wonderful spot. Many experts disagree when it comes to this suggested location, though, because it hinders optimum viewing experience. Going back on the correct height, this becomes a tad higher than what is considered ideal.
If you really want the TV to be placed over the fireplace, then just make sure that it is placed as low as possible. There are different heights for different situations, so what works for one family – even the rest of the population – may not be necessarily true to your home.
Your TV can also be placed high above the bar which is great for those who are standing and playing pool. They can now enjoy a beer or two while casually chatting and viewing the TV.
The entertainment section of your home often serves as the home of your TV. Any spot where family members and friends gather is a great place to install a TV. All you need to invest in is a decent-looking home entertainment set and you’re good.
If the wall entertainment unit is too big for you, then you can always find modular units that could suit your TV-viewing needs.
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Stanley Furniture Bedroom Upholstered Bed 007-83-52 is just right for that welcoming atmosphere which you are trying to create in your guest room.
A guest room in your home is a crucial part of hospitality. This also takes on a vital role when it comes to the level of comfort that your relatives or friends feel when they visit your home.
With the right design suggestions, you can easily set up a guest room that can rival five star hotel rooms.
First, you need to come up with a theme. This particular theme or look will be your basis for all the other interior design aspects that you will bring into the guest room. As soon as you have an overall idea on how the room would look, then you can go ahead and begin purchasing furniture and decorative pieces.
The guest room must have a comfortable bed, one with a cozy mattress. You wouldn’t want your guest to feel that the mattress is loose or shaped irregularly. They would just end up tossing and turning throughout the night, leaving you with disgruntled guests in the morning. Comfortable, soft pillows are also a must. If you want to add a splash of colors to liven up a neutral theme, then find throws that will help you achieve this.
Okay, So It’s All About the Bed
The best possible sleep can be achieved with the right kind of bed, right? So let the bed be the first furniture piece that you will buy. Place this first inside the guest room. This will also serve as the focal point for this space as it also sets the tone for the rest of your design aspects.
It is up to you whether you choose timeless and traditional or if you want to take on a more modern approach. With both the mattress and bed selected, you can finally shop for the bedding.
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Remember those fancy hotels? Even the classiest suites feature plain, white sheets and a super plush comforter. A sophisticated duvet completes the look as lots of pillows and decorative throws are placed on the bed.
Make Room for Clothing Storage
It is a common practice to use guest room closets as winter coat storage units. Well, it’s time to clear out this space to make room for your incoming guests. Provide plenty of closet and drawer space for all of your guests to use. Of course, no one would want to scramble through a suitcase during a prolonged stay so it is best to empty those dressers for them.
The best dressers may also be used as TV stands. See if you can find matching night stands for those dressers. If not, then find one that will balance the look in the right way.
Know Your Guests’ Needs
Always think about the amenities that hotels often offer. These are the very things that you need to place inside the guest room. Place an alarm clock right on the nightstand, those needful toiletries in a basket inside the guest bathroom, and do not forget that stack of clean towels.
Your guests would simply love to empty their suitcases in this wooden Fine Furniture Design Bedroom Drawer Chest 1360-110.
Wi-Fi is now a necessity more than luxury so do not forget to provide this amenity in your guest room. Do not forget to give the password, though. Leave the written password on the dresser or the nightstand so that your guests can hook up their tablets, phones and other devices to your Wi-Fi connection.
If you have room to spare, then a desk or a lounge chair would be great additional guest room pieces. A vanity desk would surely be appreciated by lady guests.
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