So far, we have covered topics for home projects, ranging from pet-friendly additions, landscaping, pools, fire pits, all the way to outdoor kitchens. One project home buyers find will spice up their life and their property value are built-in home entertainment systems. Throughout this article, we will be discussing the various types of home entertainment systems, what to look out for when making your choices, and how you can use them to increase your property’s value.&nbsp;First, let’s look at some options. Of course, a popular option is the home theatre. The first thing to consider is location. Not only does it need to be in a suitable spot relative to your other rooms, but there needs to be enough space to fit in everything you need, like seating, furniture, screen, and more. HGTV says that a home theatre should ideally be 20 feet long and 13 feet wide. They also say that if you are converting a bedroom, the space should be at least 12 feet by 12 feet. A home theatre serves homeowners by filling any empty spaces they don’t know what else to do with. Some prime locations include those away from the main rooms and offices to avoid disruption, such as the attic, basement, or another corner of the house. We’ve even seen some in that seldom used third garage. This may seem odd, and not the primary motivation, but it also can have the added advantage of increasing the square footage of your house.As always, quality matters. There are plenty of options for screens and sound systems, but the true determinant of its affect on property value is the quality and versatility. You can certainly complete a lower-budget theatre by buying a smaller TV and some speakers, but the benefits are found in built-in sound and viewing systems. A large number of home theatres use projectors which ideally should be pre-wired. Sound and lighting are also ideally pre-wired. Of course, the state of the install’s location will determine how practical a post-construction build will be. In the end, with time and money it can be done anywhere.&nbsp; HGTV also says that for a professional movie theatre look, screens are around 110-120 inches. Sound systems typically include these speaker locations: centre, left and right, and side and rear surrounds.&nbsp;Home theatres involve more than just a screen and a sound system. Homeowners will have fun choosing their ideal seating and furniture type, as well as the arrangements. Popular options include an L-shaped couch, chairs aligned in a semi-circle, recliners, or an actual theatre-like set up where back-row seats are on higher ground than closer seats. Lighting is also an important feature, whether homeowners decide to use mood lighting along the walls or a backlight for the screen. It is also advised that homeowners paint the room a dark colour and have dark panels around the screen for optimal viewing and to hide speakers. In most cases, these systems will allow various game consoles and laptops to be connected, and sound systems can double as speakers for music. It is also recommended to install sound insulation if homeowners are striving for a professional movie theatre style and do not want it to interfere with their other living spaces.We see families putting their own twist on the configurations to fit their hobbies and lifestyle. The space is more than just for movies or TV. Sports fans will love to entertain during the Grey Cup, Super Bowl or Stanley Cup (with or without, most likely without, the Leafs) and a beer fridge is easy to install. For the budding Elvis or Drake whose mother made them give up singing to go to accounting school, karaoke systems are great. A space can be reserved for those that need the on-line inspiration of others to practice Zumba, Yoga or aerobics. We’ve even seen stationary bike installed so that you can virtually travel the countryside as you exercise. Teenagers love to use the space for gaming and on-line activities. On-line learning and lectures may be a stretch, but the concept could be used to convince a reluctant partner to launch the project. This said, we’ve seen people use them to practice pitches and presentations.So, do entertainment systems improve property value? In the aftermath of the pandemic and increased reliance on movie subscription services like Netflix and Hulu, one may expect the value of a home theatre to be high. LP custom solutions say that it adds value to properties and helps your property stand out on the market. As with all home projects, quality will determine if your property value with benefit. It is important to note that these are not cheap; it can cost an average of around $2,000 for the basics and $33,000 on the other extreme end for more advanced equipment, according to Home Light. Home Light also states that it is hard to put an exact dollar value on the benefits of a home theatre, since quality and arrangement of the rooms vary greatly. While theatres are convenient and do add some value, homeowners may find that they reap more property value with other projects, such as a home office or a game room.&nbsp;However, if you are up to the challenge and have the budget for a high-quality entertainment system, the benefits will increase as you go. Plus, you’ll have great fun.

Does Entertainment Space Improve Property Value? 

RIFO weighs in on Home Entertainment systems such as home theater or karaoke bars, their costs, and their significance in improving one's property value. 

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