Integrated Home Theater Automation and Controls
We integrate your theater controls directly into recliner armrests and sync your lights, sound, and AC to create a seamless cinema experience.
A key part of a seamless home theater is integrating controls where you need them most. This image shows a smart panel built directly into the center console of the recliner seats.
This video demonstrates the convenience of having the control panel right in the armrest. You can adjust lights, recline your seat, or change the AC without getting up or searching for a remote.
This is a view of a completed home theater project. Notice the clean lines, the placement of the projector and speakers, and the comfortable, automated recliners. Everything is designed to work as one cohesive system.
This shot from the back of the theater shows the clear view of the screen. We take care of all the technical aspects, from screen placement to speaker calibration, to deliver the best possible audio-visual experience.
Here is another angle of the recliner with the integrated touch panel. The subtle blue backlighting of the panel is designed to be visible in a dark theater without being distracting.
We also offer smaller, more discreet panels. This four-button panel, installed on the side of a recliner, provides essential controls like lighting and fan settings in a very compact form factor.
This view shows the full console with the larger control panel and illuminated cup holders, which are also part of the automation system. It's these small details that create a true luxury experience.
About this collection
The biggest frustration with a home theater is juggling multiple remotes in the dark while trying to start a movie. We solve this by integrating the control panel directly into your recliner armrest. This puts one-touch command of your projector, lights, AC, and seat position right at your fingertips, so you never have to fumble for a remote again.
How We Approach Theater Automation
When we plan a theater setup, our goal is to make the technology disappear. You should walk in, sit down, and start the movie without thinking about the wiring or the devices behind the scenes.
Why Armrest Integration Works
By embedding touch panels into your recliners, we eliminate clutter. You get a clean, professional aesthetic that is also highly functional. Whether you want to dim the lights to 20 percent for a movie, or brighten them for the intermission, the controls are exactly where you need them. We can even customize the icon designs and panel colors to match your decor.
Practical Setup for Any Room
Many clients worry that automation requires ripping out walls or heavy rewiring. We specialize in retrofit solutions that work with your existing infrastructure. We use universal IR blasters to clone your remotes and voice integration so you can control your theater with simple commands.
We design specific scenes to handle the transitions for you:
- Movie Mode: Blinds close, AC sets to your preference, lights dim, and the projector turns on simultaneously.
- Intermission Mode: Lights brighten and the system pauses, making it easy to grab a snack.
- All Off: One tap shuts down every device in the room, ensuring nothing is left running.
If you are planning your interior design, come visit our experience center in Brookefield to see how we build these systems. We provide a 5-year warranty on all automation hardware, so you can focus on the film while we ensure the system runs smoothly for years to come.
MAKc Automation
At MAKc Automation, we believe your theater should feel like a cinema, not a mess of cables. We focus on getting the technical planning right early so you can just hit play and relax.
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