In Denver, we recently witnessed our wettest day in over two years. September also experienced a temperature of about 1 degree below average. 

Are these omens for the coming winter?

Whether you’re a snow lover or a snowbird, you can’t beat cozying up for home theater movie nights as the cold settles in. For those who’ve already been enjoying the ultimate home entertainment, it could be time for an upgrade. For those who have yet to dive into the home theater trend, now may be the time, as summer gives way to fall and the holidays approach. 

Here, we’ll explore some of the top trends when crafting an atmosphere of warmth, comfort, and total immersion. 

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Plush Textiles and Seating

Comfortable and cozy define the best environment for watching movies over the course of a long winter. For those drawn to the classic tiered cinematic seating, think plush, ergonomically designed recliners with LED cup holders. If you’re looking for a more modern, media room-like atmosphere, a soft, comfortable sectional or chaise lounges will serve you well. Both types of seating benefit from luxurious blankets, while the proper installation ensures unobstructed sightlines for every seat. 

Cinematic Lighting

Cinematic lighting sets the mood. Thanks to today’s advanced LED lighting systems, you can change the mood to match the activity, from watching the latest blockbuster to bringing your favorite team’s colors to life—think navy blue and sunset orange. 

Winter lighting benefits from soft, warm illumination and fiber-optic starlit ceilings. Consider wall sconces that come in the ideal form for your aesthetics and motion-sensor ambient LED step lighting that subtly illuminates a path.  

Immersive Surround Sound

Part of the thrill of a home theater is feeling like you’re in the center of the action unfolding on the screen. Today, the best way to accomplish this is with Dolby Atmos surround sound, an object-based audio format that creates an immersive, all-encompassing experience. To get there, our AV experts at Electronic Integration install strategically placed in-ceiling speakers and a Dolby Atmos-enabled AV receiver. 

A Lifelike Display

Imagine watching Elf in stunning, lifelike clarity or feeling as if you're on the 50-yard line of a stadium. An immersive experience should give you the space to escape your everyday reality and leave your home theater behind. The best way to do this is with a large, handcrafted projector screen and today’s 4K laser projector—solutions that deliver extreme realism and fill your field of vision. 

Simple Control, Multiple Environments

Home theaters are used for more than watching movies. They’re where you can see another 50-yard touchdown pass. It’s where you play a round of Overcooked 2 or Mario Kart with friends and family. It’s also where you relax amidst nature scenes and the sounds of high-fidelity music surrounding you. 

These activities, however, are best suited to different environments. And that’s where home automation comes in. At Electronic Integration, we create the ideal atmosphere and then save it. Tap “Movie Night” or “Game Day” to deliver the perfect ambiance every time. 

Are you ready to make this your best winter season yet? Electronic Integration, the leading expert in premier home theater design and automation, is here to help. To learn more about creating the perfect space for home theater movie nights, contact Electronic Integration today.