Our team of artisans takes premium care of all the interior details. After theater drawings are complete and approved, we begin production on all necessary project items. They include the interior fabrication and build-out, acoustics, theater seating, automation, and procurement of all electronics needed for a successful project.
Innovative Theatres has designed and produced extensive projects the world over.
Project locations include Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Ventura County, Bel Air, Calabasas, Newport Coast, Newport Beach, Santa Monica, Culver City, El Segundo, West Los Angeles, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Playa Del Rey, Manhattan Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, Pasadena, Laguna Beach, South Pasadena, San Marino, Orange County, Los Angeles, Glendale, Silver Lake, Los Feliz, West Hollywood, Hollywood Hills, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Agoura, Woodland Hills, Westlake Village. San Diego, Napa Valley, and Las Vegas. Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Chicago, New York City.
Our international projects have included Toronto, London, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and China, among many other locations.
Architecture provides an essential cornerstone for each project. Our design team carefully reviews every job to address the existing structure, style, desired features, and potential challenges.
Additionally, our design staff is well-versed in collaborating with project architects and designers to create unique, high-performing, and finely crafted theaters that fulfill our clients’ vision.
Architectural and interior evaluation and design are essential in any project. Whether a plan review for a new structure or a job-walk of an existing site, this early understanding of the theater project and its details will determine a host of decisions down the line.
Cinema electronics are the heart of fine theaters. From audio and video to full ‘smart ‘automation, it is an ongoing focus to provide state-of-the-art technology that accurately and appropriately reflects the level of the client’s expectations and best satisfies the finished project.
Within the Audio / Video industry, there are several standards by which we design cinema sound and image quality. The following associations provide our guidelines and certifications for performing our public and private cinemas to maintain these high standards.
DOLBY: Dolby Laboratories Inc. Founded by Ray Dolby in 1965; Created technology for audio noise reduction, encoding, and compression. Dolby currently licenses its technologies to consumer electronics manufacturers.
THX: Founded by George Lucas in 1983 and named after its developer Tomlinson Holman (X stands for a crossover), THX is a high-fidelity audio and video reproduction standard used for commercial cinemas, screening rooms, and home theaters.
ISF: Founded by Joe Kane in 1994, the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF), dedicated to quality review of new products, training, and certification in color rendition and ISF technical licensing.
Unique to the Audio/Video industry, Innovative Theatres provide complete in-house interior design, or in collaboration with your design team, for all commercial and residential theater projects. This includes initial concept and space planning, custom theater seating, millwork, acoustics, and finish accessories.
Custom-designed room acoustics are an integral element of each project. We craft the acoustics into each theater’s interiors design; properly designed acoustics can reduce the transmission of theater sound to adjacent areas and shape the theater’s sound quality to optimize the cinema sound’s overall performance.
Developing well-performing, multi-trade electronics systems for residences and commercial venues requires a broad understanding of the diverse trades and technologies involved. Our engineering team designs and integrates automation, Lighting, Interior & exterior audio/video, communications, and security functions into cohesive and efficient ‘tech’ systems.
This sophisticated smart home in Encino, CA was built around the idea of merging seamless automation with refined interior design. While every aspect of the home reflects cutting-edge technology and intuitive control, the true centerpiece of the project is the custom 7.2 surround sound home theater—a space where performance and design come together in stunning harmony.
The theater was thoughtfully designed to deliver a fully immersive cinematic experience while maintaining a chic and stylish atmosphere. An extra-large projection screen anchors the room, enhancing both visual impact and viewing enjoyment. The acoustically tuned space features 7.2 surround sound with precision speaker placement, delivering crystal-clear dialogue, deep bass, and a dynamic soundstage that rivals commercial cinemas.
Design-wise, the theater showcases a modern, boutique-inspired aesthetic with rich, moody tones, layered textures, and ambient lighting that can be controlled via Control4 smart keypads. The color palette features a refined mix of deep charcoals, matte blacks, and warm metallic accents, creating a luxurious and comfortable viewing environment. Chic, upholstered wall panels not only elevate the look but also enhance sound performance through acoustic absorption.
Comfort was just as important as performance. Custom seating upholstered in plush designer fabrics was selected for both style and ergonomic support, allowing for extended movie nights without compromise. Integrated LED step lighting and adjustable scene settings make it easy to transition between movie mode, intermission, or ambient lounge lighting.
Beyond the theater, the home includes a fully integrated Control4 OS4 system managing everything from HVAC, lighting, motorized shades, pool, security, and entry control, all supported by a high-performance Ubiquiti wired and wireless network.
From its luxurious home theater to whole-home automation, this Encino residence exemplifies the perfect fusion of technology, comfort, and high-end design.
Tucked within a Vintage Villa along Beverly Hills’ tree-lined Maple Drive, this classically elegant private cinema offers a new life to a forgotten underground room.A small private staircase leading from the home’s kitchen to a dimly lit room. A room with low ceilings and whose sole purpose was to store forgotten objects.Innovative Theatres saw the opportunity to create an area, a home theatre that the entire family and friends could use and enjoy.We carefully designed a platformed seating area, lightly scaled millwork, and acoustical wall systems to create this elegant and well-functioning family theatre—all without visually crowding the room’s appearance. We addressed the theatre lighting with overhead micro spots and continuous perimeter up-lighting built into the custom wood cornice molding.
Located in the heart of Pacific Palisades, The Show Case Theatre is a stunning example of craftsmanship, comfort, and cutting-edge entertainment design. This custom home theater was thoughtfully created to provide an immersive cinematic experience wrapped in refined architectural detail and intelligent technology.
At the center of the space is a massive projection screen, concealed behind an elegant automated curtain that opens with theatrical flair at the start of every viewing. This dramatic reveal sets the tone for a truly elevated movie experience.
The theater features custom-designed theater chairs, upholstered for both luxury and long-lasting comfort. These seats are arranged for optimal sightlines and are complemented by finely crafted wood trim details that bring warmth and sophistication to the room’s overall design.
Soft LED light strips are integrated throughout the space—along pathways, beneath trim, and around ceiling coves—offering adjustable ambient lighting that enhances the visual mood without distracting from the screen.
Acoustics were a top priority in the design. The room is treated with high-performance materials that absorb and diffuse sound to ensure optimal clarity and depth. The result is a space that perfectly supports a 7.2 surround sound system, delivering powerful, immersive audio whether you're watching a blockbuster or a quiet drama.
Everything is controlled through a fully integrated smart system, allowing for seamless operation of lighting, curtains, audio, and video—all from a single interface.
The Show Case Theatre in Pacific Palisades blends traditional elegance with modern technology to create a private cinematic space that is both impressive and intimate—a true showcase in every sense of the word.