This is a close-up of my brother-in-law's detailed handywork.

And finally a pic of the space where the equipment rack for the A/V gear will be built.

Many tanx for sharing these great pics.
Can you please post some more pics of the ceiling? It looks just smashing.

very nice, the molding is outstanding! i was worried for a minute until i realized that you must be wallpapering or doing something other than paint the walls.

I cant wait till i can see the finished AV room, its got the beginings of almost being done, nice work.

elroy

You are correct, no paint or wallpaper, which means that the finish quality of the drywall is not that important. Instead the walls and ceiling will be treated with DYI acoustic panels covered in cloth. The front will be the live end, i.e. only slighty absorbant. The sides will be most absorbant, and the rear of the room will be in between the two, but also include some items to add diffraction. The ceiling will be covered with DYI acoustic tiles similiar to the ones discussed in this thread: Fabric Frames

Depending how things sound, I may also build bass traps hidden behind the sides of the "stage". While I am not 100% decided on all of the details of these room treatments, I am getting closer to finalizing my plans.

Rob

so,,, are you finished yet.

elroy

Not even close

Unfortunately there just isn't enough time in the day. I did get the wall mounts for my surround and rear speakers put up, and was putting some stain on the molding just this morning, but overall progress has been slow. I am also trying to get the room next to the listening room finished so that it won't be necessary to walk through unfinished basement to get to the listening room.

After I get some more staining finished I will post some pictures of my progress, including the speaker mounts, which I am very happy with.

Rob