Media Rooms

A Practical and Inviting Basement Media Room
Thoughtful design choices in the basement leave room for a entertainment space and plenty of guest amenities.
Laid-Back Lounge
This casual modern sofa is classy enough for your living room but cozy enough for your den.
Project Gallery: Subterranean Sizzle
Media rooms, wet bars, personal gyms, saunas, and bathrooms work well below ground level.
Add Dimension to Any Room
Available in several deeply faceted organic and geometric patterns, these unusual 3D wall panels are in a category all their own.
Episode 26: Drywall, Barrier-Free Entries, and Prep for Exterior Painting
Justin explains why he objects so vehemently to the idea of putting a flat-screen TV above a fireplace.
Strong Floating Shelves
To make a floating shelf, the best way is to start from the framing.
Arranging a Fireplace and a Television
Fireplaces and televisions have long had a place in our homes. One provides warmth and comfort, and the other provides entertainment; both of them bring families together. In recent years,…
Project Gallery: Places to Play
Games and Family Time This 19-ft. by 22-ft. lower-level room in a coastal Connecticut home is a favorite gathering place for a family of four. In addition to watching television,…
Hiding the Wiring for a Wall-Hung TV
Hanging the bracket is only half the battle.
Sensible TV placement
Learn techniques for making sure that the TV is in the right place when placing a TV in a family room or living room

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