How to Create the Ultimate Outdoor Movie Night Setup
Impress Family and Friends with Immersive Outdoor Entertainment
Why not combine the beautiful views on the Lake of the Ozarks coast with your favorite movies? Outdoor entertainment is a must-have in the area, especially during the lovely summer months. Movie nights under the stars are the perfect family activity or a great excuse to invite friends over.
So, what does it take to create the ultimate outdoor movie night? Below, we’ll provide you with expert tips on how to bring the magic of the cinema straight to your outdoor space in Missouri.
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Begin with a High-Quality Outdoor AV Setup
It all starts with the right audio-video setup to truly enjoy your movie. Before you contact a trusted AV integrator like Encore Audio Video Designs, you’ll want to decide where your outdoor cinema will be located. Covered porches and patios are great spaces for adding outdoor AV equipment, but each space is unique, so you may want your setup near the pool or in the garden. You may even want outdoor TVs and speakers throughout multiple outdoor spaces on your property.
Once you’ve decided where you want your outdoor movie space to be, it’s time to contact the experts for your installation. Audio-video experts, like our team here at Encore Audio Video Designs, will ensure you have the right equipment to create an unforgettable movie experience. From the initial consultation and design to the final implementation, our team works diligently to create the perfect system for your space.
A crucial piece of your outdoor AV system is an anti-glare, 4K outdoor TV rated to survive the elements, including moisture and extreme temperatures. Pair it with a high-fidelity outdoor surround sound system with speakers that can pierce through the ambient noise and deliver high-quality audio.
To ensure your movie nights are as convenient and comfortable as possible, you’ll want to integrate your outdoor AV systems with your smart home automation system. This will allow you to create the perfect ambiance for the ultimate movie experience at the press of a button.
Next, Set the Ambiance for an Immersive Movie Experience
The right ambiance is what transforms a good movie night into a great movie night. Utilize landscape lighting and outdoor accent lighting to create a comfortable and safe movie viewing experience. Dim the lights under your porch to enhance the visibility of the screen while keeping your walking paths brightly illuminated.
Summer nights in Missouri are some of the best times to enjoy spending time outdoors. However, there’s nothing worse than having mosquitoes, gnats, and other uninvited guests try to join in on your backyard movie night. Motorized screens are a great way to add comfort and luxury to your outdoor entertainment area while keeping the bugs away.
Make your movie nights cozier with an outdoor fireplace for the colder spring and fall evenings. Smart fireplace controls let you manage temperature and timers from the same device you use to manage your AV. That means you can adjust your fireplace without getting up and disrupting the movie.
Don’t forget to invest in large, comfortable patio furniture to make your movie nights more enjoyable. When arranging your patio furniture or outdoor seating, keep in mind the optimal viewing distance for your TV. With 4K televisions, it’s generally recommended that you position your seating at a distance of roughly 1.5 times the vertical screen size for the best viewing experience.
Finally, Choose a Movie and Enjoy Your Outdoor Cinema
You had an expert outdoor entertainment system installed and created the perfect ambiance; now, it’s time for the difficult part. What to watch? Our AV systems make it easy (or harder) on you by letting you peruse content across multiple platforms from the same app. Whether you’re watching the latest animated film with your family or diving into a thrilling action movie with your friends, we’re confident everyone will enjoy the outdoor entertainment experience.
Need help transforming your outdoor space into a private cinema? Call us now or fill out our contact form for expert assistance. Our dedicated team of technology experts is ready to help you create the outdoor entertainment space of your dreams.
