The Perfect Play

As part of a home remodel, a private client wanted to install audio-visual features that allowed for easy entertaining and seamless sports enjoyment through a lower-level family room and basement bar.

The remodel features a massive TV wall comprised of one 85” TV squared by two 43” TVs to the left. Each TV, including a fourth screen in the basement bar, has access to three DirecTV receivers, AppleTV, and a BluRay player. A flexible operating system permits the user to play content from multiple sources and switch between the audio from screen to screen.

With so many options, things can get a little complicated. To simplify the process, we designed a custom iPad interface that mirrors the TV wall. Users can drag and drop what they want to watch onto the digital replica for quick and intuitive transitions. The most recent selection is what plays through the room’s surround sound system.

For a synchronized viewing and listening experience, we track the audio and video between both rooms. This ensures that guests moving throughout the lower level can enjoy the big game without delay.

A system this complex doesn’t have to look like it. We worked closely with the construction contractor to conceal all operating equipment behind a single hidden door. The result? A tidy, high-performing installation that provides a truly seamless entertainment experience from kickoff to the final play.

Now, the only thing our client can’t control is who scores the winning goal.