The space began as a multipurpose room functioning as a library, office and television area. Although there were other areas in the residence to enjoy movies, television or music, the homeowner wanted a place to experience the “wow” of today’s media.

With this space being the only practical choice, the installer began the task of transforming this space into a dedicated home theater.

Among the greatest hurdles to overcome was the fact that the room was situated at the front of the house with three large windows that were a prominent feature of the home’s exterior. It was the homeowner’s request that we keep the windows intact and functional. Another area of concern was an alcove serving as a bar that was built in a previous remodel of the room and could not be altered.

With no interior designer involved, it was up to the collaborative efforts of the homeowners and Audio Video Interiors to come up with an acoustical solution that lent itself to the aesthetics of the room.

It was the homeowners’ desire that the room be somewhat traditional, but with Japanese architectural elements. The Japanese Shoji screen offered a great opportunity to conceal both speakers and acoustic treatments. Custom-built from hardwood framing and acoustically transparent cloth, as opposed to traditional rice paper, the Shoji screens satisfied all requirements.

Thick shutters, constructed of MDF, RPG FlutterFree diffusors, and a Shoji screen overlay, were used to block the light coming through the windows while providing a treated barrier for sound. Absorptive material was used behind the Shoji screens on the side walls as well as a recessed section in the ceiling to control sound at the first reflection points.

A JBL Synthesis 2 sound system was specifically chosen for its performance and flexibility in calibrating to the room.

The end result is a beautiful, high performance room that has exceeded the homeowner’s expectations.

EQUIPMENT LIST

Audio
• JBL S2C Speaker
• JBL S2M Speakers (2)
• JBL S2S Subwoofers (2)
• JBL S4Ai Surround Speakers (2)
• JBL S800 Amplifier
• JBL S7150 Multichannel Amplifier
• JBL SDEC-3000 Equalizer
• JBL SDP-40 Surround Processor

Home Control
• Control4 AVM-MC1-B Control Processor
• Control4 LDZ-101-A Light Dimmers
• Control4 TSM-10.51-B Touchpanel

Video
• Chief RPA-020 Projector Mount
• Dish Network VIP622 HD Satellite Receiver
• Screen Research FS-90-178-2W-B Screen
• Sony DVP-CX777ES DVD Changer
• Sony VPL-VW100 Projector

Other
• Active Thermal Management Cool-Vent II
• Active Thermal Management Cool-Vent III
• Altinex ISC2102-I VGA Plate
• AMP 558716-3, In Floor Box
• Gefen CAB-HDMI-50MM HDMI Cable
• Gefen EXT-HDMI-141SB HDMI Booster
• Middle Atlantic ERK-4425LRD Equipment Rack
• Monster Cable M-Series A/V Interconnects
• Monster Cable OMC-2R CL-500 Speaker Wire
• Owens Corning Black Acoustic Blanket (400 feet)
• Panamax MIWPWRKITTL In-Wall Power Kit
• RPG Abffusor Combination Tool Panels (6)
• RPG FlutterFree Diffusor Panels (40)
• RPG Modex Modules (100Hz) Absorber Panels (2)
• RPG SkylineLP Diffusor Panels (4)

CONTACT
Systems Design & Installation
Audio Video Interiors, Inc.
2753-L Medina Road
Medina, OH
330-723-6696
www.audiovideointeriors.com

Builder
Legacy Innovation & Design