13 12 E R A D I S T I N C T I V E P R O P E R T I E S L U X E C O R N E R F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 2 L U X U R Y H O M E E N T E R T A I N M E N T Cinematic Magic Home theater design has evolved quite a bit in recent years. While earlier iterations of these rooms tended to be smaller and more intimate, with darker color schemes and fixed rows of recliners, recent trends have skewed toward airier spaces with more varied and flexible seating options. Not surprisingly, advancements in technology have further modernized the home theater experience, too. Equip your seating with motion haptic technology, which is synchronized to whatever is happening on the screen; it delivers subtle vibrations to mimic the action and deliver a more immersive experience. Amp up the coziness with a fireplace (you’ll want to choose a company that can install fireplaces that are safe to use underneath wall-mounted media), and add quirky extras like a concession stand to enhance the fun. One Space, Many Uses Of course, theaters are just the beginning. A popular trend in luxury home design is that of the multi-purpose entertainment center - a room that features a range of activities catering to different moods and tastes. Pair your home cinema with a sleek bar and cocktail lounge-style tables, or create a traditional game room with a pool table, darts and jukebox. Looking for screen-free relaxation? Make use of clever concealment tricks like a wall cabinet, sliding wall bookshelf or rollable TV screen to transform the space from a theater into a reading room or a yoga/meditation studio. Next-level Gaming A home entertainment space offers the perfect setting for your gaming system, and luxury homeowners are pushing the envelope on exactly what those systems entail. Virtual reality (VR) is the future of gaming; the most luxurious homes incorporate high-end systems that bring the experience to new heights. Perfect your swing with hyper-realistic golf simulators that mimic some of the world’s most famous courses. Or take a spin in a top-of-the-line VR racing simulator, featuring the aforementioned motion haptic technology, and enjoy an adrenaline rush that rivals actually being on the racetrack. Advancements in technology have further modernized the home theater experience. " "
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