The movie experience has come a long way over the years, combining surround sound and access to food and drink to make the process more enjoyable, and these inventive theater designs are taking the cinema to the next level by showcasing more outside-the-box and grandiose features.
Going to a show or movie is always an enjoyable experience. Sitting for an hour or two watching your favorite flick while in a dark room has been the way movie goers have done it for years. These inventive theater designs however, are showcasing all sorts of new and quirky concepts that will make the movie experience much more interactive and fun.
From theaters where you can sit and watch from within a jacuzzi to those that visually replicated certain Sci-Fi movies, these inventive theater designs are revolutionizing the way we ordinary watch film.
37 Inventive Theater Designs
From Star Trek-Themed Theaters to Personal Pop-Up Cinemas:
Tana Makmanee — Jun 5, 2013 — Art & Design
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Pulsating Theater Walls
The Hyper-Matrix by Jonpasang is the Future of Movie Cinemas
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Genie-Inspired Home Theaters
This Elegant Home Theater Will Grant You More Than Three Wishes
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Floating Movie Theaters
The Archipelago Cinema Offers a Watery Film Experience
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Geeky Home Theaters
Stargate-Themed Movie Rooms Will Amp Up Your Movie Experience
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Cube-Conscious Theaters
The Wuhan Pixel Box Cinema Features Blocked Box Accents
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Concrete Donut Theaters
The Almonte Theatre's Use of Space and Materials are Majestic and Bold
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Immersive Cinema Equipment
The IMAX Home Movie Theater Brings the Experience Home
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Crooked Helix Theaters
1st Place Long Island Cinema Makes You Famous for Five Seconds
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Water-Harvesting Theaters
Finland’s PES-Architects Have Created a Stunning Structure
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Luxurious Jacuzzi Movie Theaters
The Hot Tub Cinema Takes Relaxation to New Heights
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Rippled Ceiling Theatres
The Masrah Al Qasba Theatre Boasts and Unconventional Ceiling
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Luxuriously Refurbished Theatres
The Cineteca Cinema Center Brings Culture to Matadero, Madrid
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Sharply Angular Theatres
The Municipal Auditorium of Teulada Features Geometric Design Accents
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Curving Lumberific Theaters
BFLS Architects Designs Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
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Blockbuster-Themed Theaters
Elite Home Theater Seating Creates a Pirates of the Caribbean Room
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Colossal Cinema-Converted Bookstores
The Grand Splendid Theater Offers a Dramatic Surprise
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Personal Pop-Up Cinemas
The CineBox Home Theater System Takes Movie Nights to the Next Level
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Personal Theaters
The Aaron Jones YouTube Theatre Revolutionizes the Movie-Watching Experience
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Angular Kaleidoscope Interiors
The Festival Hall in Erl is Sci-Fi Inspired
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Modernizing Classic Theatres
Redesign of El Molino by Fernando Salas is a Performance Unto Itself
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Clip-On Home Theatres
The Halden-Caviglia Showcase Turns Your Flat Screen TV into a Retro Box
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Outdoor Open-Air Theaters
Ateliermob's Theater Concept Puts Entertainment in the Mix of Nature
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"Drive-In Theatre" Architecture
The United Arab Emirates Tower Sustainably Slopes towards the Sea
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DIY Theater Constructions
A California Man Creates a Home Theater Garage
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Levitating Circular Cinemas
'720 Degrees' at the Israel Museum is Suspended by 24 Feet
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Star Trek-Themed Theaters
The Evergreen Ultimate Theater is Impressively Geeky
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Green Mobile Theaters
The Sol Cinema is a Solar-Powered Micro Movie House
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Psychadelic Light-Up Cinemas
This Korean Busan Cinema Center Has a Rainbow LED Ceiling
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Luxury Cinema Furnishings
The Beanie Plex Theater Invites You to Sprawl Out and Get Comfy
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Racetrack-Themed Theaters
Insun Lotte Cinema by One Plus Partnership Features Colorful Critters
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Rippled Sci-Fi Theatres
The Hangzhou Broadway Cinemas Features Three-Dimensional Elements
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Movie-Driven Car Promotions
Starlite Urban Drive-in Theater Created by Volvo Brand
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Stunning Eco Theaters
The Durham Performing Arts Center Features a Fantastic Green Design
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Single Seat Theatres
Theatre for One Gets You Uncomfortably Close to the Stage
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Recreated Film Experiences
360 Screenings Merges Theater with Screen
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Realistic Theater Surround Sound
The Dolby Atmos Audio System Produces Natural Noises
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Flavorful Movie Theaters
Electric Cinema's Edible Cinema Uses Food to Enhance Films
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Netflix-Licensed Home Projectors
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Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances
Paul Parsons Creates Themed Kitchen Appliance Concepts
Luxe Garage-Friendly Trailers
The Airstream Studio F. A. Porsche Concept Travel Trailer is Compact
Modular Audio Immersion Speakers
The Conceptual 'TakeOut' Speaker Has Removable Sub-Speakers
Experience-Focused Workplace Furniture Showroooms
Allsteel's Experience Center Breaks the Mold
Ultra-Modern Apartment Designs
No Architects Created a Multi-Functional Modern Apartment
Comfort-Focused Luxury Dome Tents
The Spherescape Tent is Described as "An Innovative Masterpiece"
Next-Gen Whiskey Bars
The Bulleit Limitless Lounge Changes Its Look with Projection Mapping Tech
Streaming Service Restaurants
The Netflix Bites Pop-Up Serves Dishes from Netflix Series
Modular Storage-Equipped Pet Sofas
The Conceptual Grid Sofa from Sunriu Design is Multifunctional
Psychedelic Light Projectors
Kino retro projector inspired by psychedelic bands
Stacked Stone Camera Projectors
'The Nostalgia of Now' by Josh Schwefel is Naturalistic
Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'MG MAZE' Celebrates Real and Virtual Worlds
Connected Touchscreen TV Tables
The TCL Telly Table Has a Shifting 43-Inch Display
Reinvented Fitness Design Exhibitions
Technogym Hosts the Design to Move Exhibition
Inflatable Multi-Story Tent Cabins
The Magic Fort by Thecatal Joins its Boundary Series
Glamorous Camping Experiences
Volodymyr Hahonin Designs the LULU Glamping Experience
Toronto Film Exhibitions
Imposter Cities Exhibition Explores Architecture & Cinematic Authenticity
Novel Home Security Concepts
Swift Creatives Introduces 'Sculptural Surveillance'
Envelope-Packaged Couch Designs
The 'Couch in an Envelope' is Modular and 100% Recyclable
Future Building Material Exhibitions
The Farrell Centre Debuts Its Inaugural Exhibition
Transforming Robot Restaurants
Transformers: The Ark Provides Immersive Dining Experiences
Advanced Video Call Prototypes
Logitech Unveils 'Pepper's Ghost' Booths for Immersive Video Calls
Intergalactic Gamer Chair Designs
The Starfield x TEMPUR 'Dream Chair' Celebrates the Game
3D-Printed Hotels
A First-of-Its-Kind Hotel is Coming to Marfa, Texas
Kitchen-Inspired Store Interiors
Crosby Studios Designs This Unconventional Jewelry Store Interior
Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels
The Acromnia Orbital Hotel Imagines Life in Space
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Experiential Entertainment Spaces
Illuminarium is Set to Open in Toronto's Distillery District
Revamped Premium Quality Projectors
Samsung's New Freestyle Projector is Available for Pre-Order
Immersive Living Room Concepts
Moooi Presents an Immersive Journey for Milan Design Week
Immersive Banking Experiences
The CIBC Experience Centre Helps You Visualize Your Financial Future
Cutting-Edge Bathroom Designs
Kohler Debuts a Range of New Products at CES 2024 in Las Vegas
Sci-Fi-Inspired Yacht Concepts
This 275-Foot Superyacht Is Inspired by Star Trek’s USS Enterprise
Three-Dimensional Art Exhibits
3D Doubt Your Eyes Exhibition Opens in Toronto
Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs
The Tranquil Airlines Seating Technology Has a Rocking Mechanism
Futuristic Floating Concert Halls
The Shed is Hosting a Unique Event with a Spherical Concert Hall
Immersive Jewelry Exhibitions
The TIFFANY & CO. Tiffany Wonder Exhibition in Tokyo is Engaging
Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions
Fort Makers Invite Six Creatives to Design Their Dream Home
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Curvilinear Home Theater Projectors
Nomvdic Presents the Nomvdic P2000UST-RGB Projector
Nostalgic Light Installations
Toronto's Illuminarium is Launching 'LITE-BRITE: Worlds of Wonder'
Kaleidoscopic Lazy Rivers
Kaleidoscope Kavern Features an Immersive Multimedia Tunnel
Portable Surround Sound Systems
Sony's HT-AX7 Speakers Replicate Cinematic Experiences
Japanese Inn-Inspired Apartments
Intheory Design Creates an Apartment Inspired by Ryokan
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Mixed-Reality Cola Billboards
This 3D Coca-Cola Billboard Dispenses Real, Cold Drinks
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Circus Tent-Inspired Holiday Homes
Cubo Design Architect Designs the Circus Home in Japan
Multi-Sensory Art Experiences
Arcadia Earth Toronto & Benjamin Von Wong for A Sustainable Future
Contemporary Smartphone Exhibitions
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs 'The World in My Hand'
Aromatic Memory Projection Systems
The Scent Camera & Memory Station by Yue Wang is Immersive
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Immersive Lighting Installations
Occhio Spotlights Innovation & Imagination with New Installation
Everchanging Water-Based Theaters
Open Architecture Designs the Yichang Grand Theater in China
Staged Room Design Projects
Tekla Evelina Severin Presents the Dimensions of Colour Project
Transforming Imaginative Furniture Designs
The Kiddie Couch Encourages a Sense of Play
Mid-Century Nostalgic Hotel Redesigns
Hotel Riomar Launches a New Design with Bright Contrasts
Space Tourism-Inspired Restaurants
Masquespacio Designs the New Ichi Station Restaurant in Milan
Vibrant Multi-Level Office Designs
Gensler Reimagines the Accenture Office Space in Chicago
Rejuvenated Retail Buildings
This Vietnamese Building Will Feature Lush Native Greenery
Musical Vacation Rentals
Marriott Bonvoy's Aloft and Moxy Hotels Provide Music-Themed Stays
Water-Inspired Theatre Designs
Open Architecture Unveils Its Plans for the Yichang Grand Theatre
Immersive Hotel Art Installations
The St. Regis Venice Introduces 'Terrazza 365º Azzarret'
Sci Fi-Themed Glamping Retreats
The 'Outpost X' Retreats Boast An Ancient Yet Futuristic Aesthetic
Short-Throw 8K Resolution Projectors
Samsung The Premiere 8K Projects a 150-Inch Image
Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions
Raise the Moral Studio Presents the Becoming Familiar Show
Sleek Structural Decorative Projectors
The LG Cinebeam Qube 4K Blends into Any Living Space
Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds
Sarit Shani Hay Designs a New Playground in Tel Aviv
Cinematically Designed Restaurants
Studio Paolo Ferrari Designs the Daphne Restaurant
Accessible Shower Designs
The Showee Eco-Smart Shower Revolutionizes the Showering Experience
Playful Public Seating Designs
The London Festival of Architecture Boasts a Series of Seats
Movie Experience Digital Notebooks
HP Launches New Envy x360 Notebooks with IMAX Experiences
Retro Space-Themed Puzzled Posters
LEGO Builder John Carter Creates a Blocked Version of Space
Accessible Space Travel Systems
This Space Elevator Concept by Jordan William Hughes is Wondrous
3D Puzzle Popcorn Machines
Dimexart Creates an Intricate Popcorn Machine from LEGO Blocks
Immersive Holographic Zoos
Hologram Zoo Lets Visitors Interact with Animals Like Never Before
Cinematic Chocolate Experiences
Hershey's Great Candy Expedition Offers an Immersive Experience
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Empowering Fashion Films
Victoria's Secret World Tour Reimagines the Iconic Show as a Feature Film
Premium Short-Throw Projectors
The LG CineBeam HU915QE Projector Produces Sizeable Images
Immersive Lighting Hotels
The Luma Hotel Hosts Several Impressive Lighting Installations
Film-Inspired Bottle Shop Interiors
Studio Paul Chan Draws Inspiration from Wes Anderson
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Portable Theater Systems
Sony HT-AX7 Creates Room-Filling Sound Anywhere in the Home
Adaptive Touchscreen Workspace Designs
The Take a Rest System be Vestel has Transformative Detail
Nature-Inspired Tech Booths
SUMSEI is Said to Unveil a Distinctive Booth at CES 2024
Stacked Studio Complexes
This Massive Film & TV Studio Facility Will Comprise Six Stacked Blocks
Home Theater-Packed Suitcases
LG's StanbyME Go is a Portable Compact Home Theater
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Immersive Art-Technology Installations
WNDR Museum Boston Will Feature 20 Exhibitions
Avocado-Centric Pop-Ups
Avocados From Mexico's House of Goodness is Coming to the Real World
Futuristic Vibrant London Apartments
2LG Studio Designs a Vibrant Apartment in East London
Liveable Artful Pop-Up Installations
Julie Cloos Mølsgaard Creates a Pop-Up Hotel Installation
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Themed Hotel Rooms
Island Shangri-La Launches ‘Themed Room Experiences’ for Hotel Guests
Intimate Warm Interior Restaurants
Ménard Dworkind Designs the Intimate Casavant Restaurant
Post-Apocalyptic Aluminum Furniture
Students at HEAD Genève Create 2084, Diorama of the Future
Origami-Inspired Seating Capsule
Ames Living's New Seating Line Relies on Origami-Inspired Design
Reflective Hemispherical Theater Stages
Muoto Designs the Ball Theater to Evoke a Sense of Utopia
Designer-Artist Exploration Exhibits
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts an Exhibit
Sci-Fi-Themed Virtual Experiences
The Roddenberry Archive Virtually Recreates a Star Trek Bridge
Folding Movable Smart TVs
The 'FloatTV' Encourages Movement Around a Living Space
Spooky Street Ad Experiences
These Fanta Halloween Projections Took Over a Busy Stockholm Street
Cinema Screen Lamps
Haneul Kim & Cinema Chain CGV Created New Lamps from Salvaged Screens
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Galactic-Themed Sci-Fi Museums
Zaha Hadid Architects Designs the New Star Cloud Museum
Versatile Modular Couches
The Transformer Couch 2.0 Adds Flexible Style to the Living Room
Mass-Timber Lakeside Theaters
A Team Join Forces to Create the Theater of the Arts
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
Neo-Brutalist Immersive Audio Experiences
Devon Turnbull Presents the HiFi Listening Room Dream
Dynamic eSports Stadiums
This Saudi Arena Offers Immersive Experiences For eSports Fans
Futile Material Design Exhibitions
Objective Gallery Presents Please Sit for an Alternate Ending
Automotive Parking Lot Pop-Ups
Mercedes-Benz Turned Parking Lot Spaces into a Mini Showroom
Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits
Abelardo Morell Presents the New Ground Exhibition
LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations
Prague's Airport is Getting a Sustainable and High-Tech Update
Earth-Inspired Concrete Arts Center
Tadao Ando Creates the Il Teatro Design at Aljada
Cave-Like Discovery-Themed Centers
Studio Gang Designs the Gilder Center in Manhattan
Discarded Theater Screen Lamps
Haneul Kim Transforms Waste into Lighting Designs
Retractable Auditorium Seating
Hamari's Telescopic Seating Re-Imagines Large Venue Seating
Opulent Opera Venues
This Saudi Opera Complex is Inspired By Traditional Mud Brick Construction
Dynamic Joint Furniture Exhibitions
The Please Sit for the Alternate Ending Show Opens in New York
Japanese Snack Box-Inspired Bathtubs
Duravit Launch an Infinity Bathtub Called Bento Starck Box
Festive Film Lounges
M&M's Merry Movie Holiday Lounge Enhances Holiday Travel Experiences
Stadium-Based Theatre Venues
HKS Designs a YouTube Theatre Venue inside the SoFi Stadium
AI-Inspired Audio Experiences
SAINT JUDE by Swamp Motel Combines Theater & Technology
50s-Style Diner-Themed Drive-Ins
Tesla is Beginning its Diner and Drive-In Movie Supercharger
City-Honoring Furniture Projects
The Symbiotic Urban Furniture Project is Imaginative
Playful Toy-Inspired Exhibits
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts Toys & Play Exhibit
Wearable Living Room Speakers
The Sony BRAVIA Theater U Wearable TV Speaker Immerses Viewers
Dynamic Interactive Lighting Installations
Zava Designs a New Light and Metal Installation
Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses
Midjourney Helped Create the Mutated School Bus Design
Table Design Exhibitions
Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts Tables, Tables, Tables
Immersive Artful Apartments
Tereza Porybná and Objektor Architekti Design the Ovenecká 33
Personalized Film Apps
Movie Me Helps Individuals Discover New Movies
Material-Accented Dreamscape Exhibits
Solidnature Displays Its Material Prowess with a New Exhibit