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Rolv Gjestland’s new book on auditorium design is the
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How to design a cinema auditorium: expert advice
Rolv Gjestland has a wealth of experience on the subject of cinema design — with UNIC he has published a revised edition of his definitive work on the subject.
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WITH MOST CINEMAS gradually reopening, UNIC has been pleased to announce the release of a second edition of Rolv Gjestland’s handbook on “How to design a cinema auditorium”, giving practical guidelines for architects, cinema owners and others involved in planning and building cinemas.
First published in October last year, the previous edition was well received with many praising its objectivity and practical value as an accompanying tool in the complex process of planning and designing cinemas today. This latest edition — in an upgraded digital format — takes into account helpful comments received from friends and colleagues in the weeks following its original publication.
Whatever level your expertise on cinema design, we guarantee you will enjoy every word in 150 pages of expert knowledge offer insights into endless considerations and compromises necessary to deliver the best cinematic experience. With detailed graphs and illustrations, Rolv’s book encourages the urge to experiment with possible designs for your dream auditorium. Above all, the passion and love for the Big Screen shines through on every line of this monumental work from a true cinema veteran, once an aspiring projectionist, now an authority on all things that make cinema-going special.
Rolv Gjestland is currently advisor in cinema concepts, design, logistics and technology for Film&Kino, the Norwegian association of cinemas operators. Since 1984, he has been involved in almost every new-build or upgrade of cinemas in his home country and has written professional manuals and articles about cinema
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design. He is a member of the UNIC Technology Group, where he has played a central role since its inception in 2013.
His eye for detail can be seen throughout the book, as he distils precise information on
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every aspect of the design process of screening rooms, structured around key areas of work such as screens, seating, acoustics and accessibility. Each topic is explored carefully, ensuring nothing is omitted from the design process.
Rolv loves — and encourages people to continue — developing exciting cinema auditoriums that enhance the experience, and he urges people not to forget that the main reason most go to the cinema is to have a great experience and see/hear the film truly as intended by the filmmakers.
If you have any feedback about the book, from missing topics to potential improvements, please do not hesitate to contact the author or UNIC. We would be delighted to take these into account in the future, as we update this book to ensure it serves its initial purpose: to contribute to the design of great cinema auditoriums, where audiences will be able to enjoy unforgettable experiences, now and in years to come.
