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A home cinema doesn’t have to look techie
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The main cinema room features HD projection
Wall-mounted flatscreens were chosen instead of a projector
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All the kit is stored in a purposebuilt cabinet
Proof that your cupboard can be used for more than just storage
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Gaming is better on a bigscreen, too
The owner can work out and watch hi-def movies at the same time
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You’ll spend a lot of time in your cinema, so make sure the seats are comfy!
The custom-designed cabinet under the screen has in-built fans to keep the AV kit cool
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