Vanish Designs

Vanish Designs builds furniture that conceals a home cinema when it is not in use. Instead of leaving a large television permanently visible, its cabinets and credenzas incorporate ultra-short-throw projection, a retractable screen and audio equipment into a room's furnishing. The concept appeals to homeowners who want a movie or sports-watching setup without organizing the entire living room around a black screen.

The company describes custom furniture made in the United States, with different finishes and screen configurations available. A proposed installation needs to account for viewing distance, room light, power and speaker placement as well as the appearance of the cabinet. Customers should confirm exactly which projector, screen and sound equipment are included in a quoted system. Vanish maintains a New York showroom presence. Its official hidden-cinema furniture website presents system options, examples and ways to discuss a custom installation.