Living space see a need for an area devoted exclusively for entertainment. This kind of entertainment room becomes the backdrop where friends and family can have a pleasant time together. In fact, in Victorian age, this room was also called the drawing room where visitors were entertained. An entertainment room may differ from house to house but the concept of devoting an exclusive area to it is a good idea.

Take a look at some aspects of this room

LOCATION

Guests should not have to go through the entire house to get to this room. Thus, the accessibility to this room must be easy and if possible, unique and refreshing. By delegating the sunroom as an entertainment area, there is a communion between the indoor and the outdoors. Or else, you can have the entry of the entertainment room through an attractive garden. A large porch or verandah can also be converted into an entertainment room with a few refurnishments.

DECOR

Since it is all about entertaining visitors, the décor must be impressive. Over here, luxury is a prerequisite. For this, identify or create a focal point. This is an easy way to achieve a grand décor. A superlative view outdoors edged by a garden or terrace can be showcased with large. French windows. Wooden frames for these windows are good for their style and sophistication. Focal points like a fireplace, entertainment unit, special wall treatment, large wall hanging or a sculpture make the space look grand. As for the flooring, it is possible that parties and music may require a dance floor. Hardwood flooring is good for such purpose or just for its looks. Ethnic flooring like Chettinad tiles or glossy flooring of polished store or translucent glass flooring each of these adds a unique tone to the ambience. Walls can be glossy or clad with stones, wood, glass, or mirrors.

However, see if they go well with the flooring. At the same time, pay attention to the ceiling too. False ceilings are nice when you have a high ceiling. Wood rafters, glass tiles, metal cladding or ceiling décor like medallions and rosettes are nice to create a charming ambience. A subtle and elegant look is possible with the liberal use of wood for the flooring, cladding, or for details moldings and crown railings. Beautify the room further with smart looking wall shelves or niches. Look for theme specific décor elements and materials if you want to create a particular theme. Lime-washed walls, wrought iron furniture, accessories, and a colour palette that go well with the Mediterranean theme create a sunny ambience.

FURNITURE

Choose furniture that is complementary to the décor. Plush uphostly is a onetime investment, which will certainly improve the overall ambience. Try to have at least two or more seating areas. Take care to light up these areas pleasantly with the help of recessed lights, pedestal and table lamps. A grand crystal chandelier will certainly not be out of place in this room. In case of accessories, a few large accessories will be better than plenty of small knick-knacks.

SPECIAL FEATURES

An entertainment room is meant to awe visitors as well as keep them comfortable and relaxed. Add-ons like a bar, library, or a spectacular décor element can usher in an element of visual interest. Décor elements like a sunken water feature or a wall devoted to vertical gardening look unusual and attractive. A hitech entertainment unit will be welcome or you might prefer to have soft piped music. In either case, acoustics must be monitored carefully to recreate quality melody. In case of a standalone entertainment room tucked in the garden, make sure that it has a partially covered entrance to the main house. The standalone concept gives ample flexibility to make the room look onto a spectacular view, an outdoor water feature, or maybe the swimming pool.