There are plenty of things to consider when designing a home theater from scratch. Not only do you need to worry about the type of television and speakers to purchase, you also need to consider things like furniture, seating and even smaller details such as the type of speaker wire you will use. The tendency for most people is to focus on the larger components such as the television, though an argument can be made to spend just as much time on the physical appearance of your theater. One of the most important considerations that can influence the way your theater looks is the furniture that you select; things like TV stands, seating and audio towers all have a collective effect on the way things look.
Although there are a variety of furniture pieces to consider when it comes to putting together a new home theater, one of the most critical components is the audio tower. This is where all of your sensitive electronic components will be placed and powered.
While you may be tempted just to place these devices in just about any nondescript location, you would be doing them a great disservice. These devices need to be placed in a location where they will be shielded from dust and dirt, and they also need to be positioned so that they can expel heat that is generated from operation. What this means is that they need a tower that has enough capacity to house each component on its own shelf. Other factors to consider when selecting a tower include integrated power and cable management, which you will find when shopping high-end audio furniture.
Although audio towers are certainly critical from the standpoint of protecting your valuable equipment, they can also have a significant effect on how your completed theater looks. In order to achieve the most professional look, you should focus on selecting a cabinet that is manufactured with quality in mind. The last thing you want is to purchase a cabinet that will begin sagging or falling apart in a couple of years.
