Atlanta’s homes—especially in luxury neighborhoods—often have deep, spacious basements that are perfect for custom entertainment environments.

Here’s why they’ve become so popular:

1. Natural Sound Isolation

Basements allow for deeper, more powerful audio without shaking the rest of the home. Whether it’s Dolby Atmos surround sound or the sound of a driver hitting a ball at full speed, the basement keeps the experience contained.

2. Lighting Control

Basements are naturally darker, which means:

• Projected images look more cinematic

• OLED displays appear richer

• Lighting scenes feel intentional and immersive

It’s the ideal environment for a theater or golf simulator.

3. Room to Build Bigger

Basements often offer:

• Longer room lengths for golf tee-to-screen distances

• Options for tiered theater seating

• Space for multi-room concepts like bars, game areas, or fitness zones

Many homeowners tell us, “We didn’t realize how much usable space we had until we transformed it.”

4. Major Lifestyle Value

A finished basement becomes the heart of the home—
Movie nights. Game days. Kids’ sleepovers. After-work escapes.
It’s not just a remodel; it’s a new way to enjoy life at home.

Designing a high-performance basement home theater involves much more than selecting a big screen. To get that “wow” feeling, several elements need to work together.

Choosing the Right Display: Projector vs. Large Format Display

4K Projector Systems

Perfect for larger rooms and true theater environments.
Projectors provide that expansive “cinema feel,” especially when paired with an acoustically transparent screen.

Premium OLED or QLED Displays

Better for multipurpose media rooms where you want:

• Bright, crisp picture

• Gaming performance

• Sports watching with high brightness

Both can be elevated with engineered lighting and acoustic treatments.

Surround Sound & Dolby Atmos Layouts

The sound is what makes the room truly immersive.

Popular layouts include:

• 5.1 or 7.1 surround

• 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos

• 7.2.4 Dolby Atmos (ideal for basements)

Basements provide the ceiling height needed for overhead Atmos speakers to really shine.

Acoustic Treatment Matters More Than People Expect

Acoustics are often the most overlooked part of a home theater, but they have the biggest impact on:

• Dialogue clarity

• Bass accuracy

• Overall sound quality

Strategic placement of acoustic panels, bass traps, and diffusion creates balanced, professional audio.

Lighting Design for Theater Environments

Great lighting = great atmosphere.

We design:

• Cove lighting

• Wall sconces

• Floor lighting

• Smart lighting scenes

• Full Lutron control systems

Your lighting subtly shifts from “movie mode” to “intermission” to “post-movie lounge.”

Golf simulator rooms are becoming one of Atlanta’s hottest basement remodel trends—perfect for golfers, families, and multi-sport gaming.

Here’s what’s required:

Room Dimensions

To swing comfortably and support accurate ball flight, most basements need:

• Width: 12–15 feet

• Depth: 16–20 feet

• Height: 9–10+ feet (more is better, especially for drivers)

Left- and right-handed golfers need extra width.

Choosing the Right Launch Monitor

Top options include:

• Uneekor (great accuracy and indoor performance)

• Foresight Sports

• TrackMan (tour-level data)

Each has benefits depending on your play style, space, and budget.

Impact Screens, Turf & Enclosures

A great golf simulator isn’t just about the tech.
The impact screen, enclosure, and hitting area determine:

• Ball return behavior

• Safety

• Multi-sport capability

• Aesthetic integration

We custom-build screens and enclosures that look seamless with your basement’s design.

Lighting for Golf Sim Accuracy

Lighting is more important than most realize:

• Too bright? Washed out image.

• Too dim? Tracking issues.

• Wrong angles? Shadow on the swing plane.

We engineer lighting to look clean and perform perfectly for the simulator.

Every great basement entertainment space depends on two things homeowners rarely think about:

Layered Lighting

We build lighting plans that include:

• Ambient (overall room glow)

• Task (bar, seating, gaming)

• Accent (feature lighting, architectural highlights)

• Scene presets (movie, sports, gaming, golf)

Good lighting makes the space feel intentional and architectural.

Acoustic Isolation Between Floors

Basements easily transmit sound upward.
We solve this with:

• Insulated ceilings

• Decoupled framing

• Floating walls

• Acoustic panels and treatments

Your golf sim or theater sounds amazing—without disturbing the rest of the home.

Before Construction — Not After

The most successful basement build-outs involve us early in the process, ideally before walls go up.

Key reasons:

• Pre-wiring is cheaper during framing

• Lighting control wiring needs planning

• Golf simulator power & networking need correct placement

• Acoustic planning avoids costly remodels later

• AV racks need cooling and power provisions

If you’re starting a remodel soon, this step saves time, money, and frustration.

How Much Does a Basement Entertainment Remodel Cost in Atlanta?

Costs vary depending on the scope, equipment, finishes, and room size, but here are ballpark ranges:

Basement Home Theater

• Good: $15,000–$35,000

• Better: $35,000–$75,000

• Best / Cinema-Grade: $80,000–$150,000+

Golf Simulator Rooms

• Entry-Level: $12,000–$20,000

• Mid-Range: $20,000–$40,000

• Premium / Uneekor / Trackman: $40,000–$65,000+

Acoustic Treatments

$2,500–$12,000+ depending on the room

Lighting & Smart Controls

$3,000–$15,000+ depending on design complexity

Networking Improvements

$1,500–$5,000+ for strong, reliable basement WiFi

These ranges help clients understand the investment before they begin planning.

We help homeowners prevent the most frequent issues:

• Not planning pre-wire during construction

• Incorrect golf simulator measurements

• Poor lighting design

• No acoustic treatment

• Weak WiFi or networking

• Choosing gear without room engineering

• Trying to fit a golf sim where it won’t perform well

The right planning adds years of enjoyment to the final space.

We collaborate with homeowners, remodelers, and contractors throughout the entire project—from concept to completion—ensuring every detail is engineered correctly the first time.

1. Consultation & Vision Planning

We help you explore possibilities and define how the space will be used.

2. Engineering & Room Design

Acoustics, lighting, layout, wiring, WiFi, and more planned before construction begins.

3. Professional Installation

Certified technicians bring everything to life with precision and care.

4. Programming & System Tuning

We fine-tune audio, video, lighting, and automation to perform flawlessly.

5. Ongoing Support & Maintenance

Our local Atlanta service team ensures your system stays performing like new.

If you’re considering remodeling or finishing your basement, now is the perfect time to plan the technology that will elevate the entire space.

Schedule your free design consultation today, and let’s build something extraordinary.

We are proud to serve the greater Atlanta area, including Buckhead, Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton, Decatur, Dunwoody, and Johns Creek.

Atlanta GA Office

6669 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Suite A
Norcross, GA 30092