NEWS 74 Cinema Edition
Cinemas focus on high-comfort theatres
Helios Cinemas, Poland Odeon Whiteleys, UK taj Cinemas, Jordan Park Cinema, Azerbaijan CINE BALAÑÀ BALMES, Spain SF Bio Rigoletto, Sweden
Helios Olsztyn, Polonia
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Odeon Whiteleys in London has become one of the world’s best examples of VIP cinema. Thanks to their choice of the Figueras 6500 Sunset seat, Odeon Whiteleys offers one the chance to enjoy a film in total comfort, while delighting in the food prepared by the establishment’s chef, Rowley Leigh. The cinema has five screens with a total seating capacity of 196, combining standard theatres with this VIP theatre. The seating models used in the other theatres are the 9113 Megaseat and the 5039 TOP.
London, United Kingdom
Odeon Whiteleys in London: a great example of VIP cinema
Szczecin, Rzesz贸w and Olsztyn, Poland
The Helios cinema chain is out to conquer Poland with its comfortable movie theatres
Helios has recently opened 18 screens in the cities of Szczecin, Rzeszow and Olsztyn. It is one of the most important cinema chains in Poland with a total of 31 multiplex cinemas across the country and it will soon open the doors of another multiplex cinema with 6 screens in Bydgoszcz. All cinemas are equipped with the Figueras 5039 TOP model, and all individual seats are 58 cm wide. This generous space offers great comfort for movie goers. Nearly all the movie theatres include areas fitted out with 110cm-wide double seats, or Love Seats. The backshells of the seats are made of yellow injection-moulded plastic, as a distinctive sign of the Helios chain, giving the theatre vitality.
The new 13030 Smart XL:
a Premium seat for high-comfort cinemas The new 13030 Smart has been created to provide extra comfort in Premium cinemas, thanks to its design and the materials used. Spacious and elegant, the seat has the following features:
• It is available in two versions: fixed-seat or tip-up seat.
• HR finish model incorporates a fully integrated headrest in the backrest.
• Upholstery can be in leather or vinyl.
• Integral Form: an upholstery system that
integrates upholstery, inner structure and foam in a single compact block. Ergonomic, non-deformable and fire-resistant.
• TX System acoustic absorption system.
Optionally, seams can be done in a lighter colour, for a more luxurious finish.
• Fire safety: this product complies with international regulations.
13030
The flagship cinema of the Swedish chain SF Bio, the Rigoletto, in Stockholm, was recently refurbished to make it more comfortable for patrons. The redesigning of the interior involved changing the seating, for better, more contemporary models. This large movie theatre has been fitted out with model 5039 TOP, and in the amphitheatre or VIP area with model 5082 Kasandra. It has the largest seating capacity of any Swedish cinema — 1.065 seats. The eight theatres of SF Bio Västeras, in this city located 100 km from Stockholm, have also been updated with the same models of seating as those installed in the SF Bio Rigoletto. SF Bio is Sweden’s largest cinema chain and for the last 12 years has placed its trust in Figueras. With nearly 60 projects completed all over Sweden, Figueras has always been the chain’s choice because of its characteristic quality, safety features, comfort and durability.
It is the largest capacity cinema in the whole of Sweden, with 1.065 seats.
Stockholm, Sweden
SF Bio revamps Sweden’s biggest cinema
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Barcelona, Spain
Grup Balañà, the gold standard for leisure in Barcelona, inaugurates the Cine Balmes cinema If there is a benchmark name in film theatres and playhouses in Barcelona, that name is, without a doubt, Grup Balañà. With a family history spanning three generations devoted to the leisure industry, Grup Balañà has always been committed to offering quality theatres equipped with the very latest technology. Grup Balañà has 64 film theatres in the city of Barcelona, in such emblematic cinemas as the Palau Balañà and the Bosque, and 5 touchstone theatres, such as the Teatre Borràs and Club Capitol. The group maintains a regular screening schedule in theatres that are benchmarks for the city, such as the Coliseum and the Tívoli, and which have helped to place Barcelona on the map as one of the great cultural capitals of Europe. The programmes, both of films and plays, always comprise the indisputable successes of the season. This year, Grup Balañà is inaugurating its long-awaited Cine Balmes cinema, having again entrusted Figueras with outfitting the various theatres, just as it has done for the last 40 years. The project involves 12 screening theatres, totalling a seating capacity of 1,600, located in uptown Barcelona – true to its concept of “neighbourhood Multiplexes”. The movie theatres will boast the generously dimensioned, 58-cm-wide 9106 Megaseat. Besides catering to user comfort, the cinema will also be equipped with state-of-the-art film projection and sound technology.
Mod. Megaseat
Baku, Azerbaijan
Designer multiplex for the historic city of Baku One of Baku’s new designer buildings, the Metropark, houses the multiplex Park Cinema. Completely stateof-the-art, with 7 screens and a total seating capacity of 1,017, it is one of the new cinemas in a constantly growing city. The centrally located site is ideal for
these film screens with the utmost in high-tech sound and image equipment. Filmgoers’ comfort has also been taken into account with the choice of seating – the Figueras 5039 TOP – a spacious, comfortable, stylish and robust model.
Amman, Jordania
Taj Cinema, classy film-going
The Taj Cinema is the largest cinema in Amman. Recently inaugurated, this venue marks a ‘before’ and ‘after’ in Jordan. With a covered area of 7,000 square metres, 16 theatres and seating capacity for 1,700, this multiplex was designed by the studio Era Architects. Everything at the Taj Cinema denotes classiness, elegance and design. Spacious halls, lounges and foyers, united in the lines of the walls and ceiling. The state-of-the-art technology in these movie theatres is evident as soon as one goes in, thanks to video walls and screens located throughout the venue. The seating model chosen for this cinema is the spacious, comfortable 9078 Megaseat armchair, of which 1,680 have been installed.
Reinventing cinemas Alejandro Figueras Cinema Division Director
Over the years, cinemas have undergone many changes. First it was the screens, then the digital projectors, the sound equipment, the seats, and now the latest trend is restaurants. At home we may have the best sound equipment, the best Home Cinema screens and very comfy sofas, but what we don’t have is the emotion-sharing experience of being at the cinema. So, we have to get viewers out of the house: let’s make it more comfortable to share emotions and experiences that will make cinema the most ‘economical’ entertainment for everyone. The cinema business is moving towards initiatives that prioritise personalised attention, the added value of complementary, or sometimes even principal services, such as a gourmet meal. At Figueras we believe that the way to continue as pioneers is by adapting our seating to cater for these new business models. That is why we make innovative seating that offers filmgoers every comfort and allows them to enjoy an all-round cinema experience. We have incorporated new aluminium tables in our models, and even innovative retractable tables that slide away inside the arm of the seat, for an elegant, minimalist style. The generous dimensions of these tables make them excellent for dining on. We have also incorporated the new tactile and “itouch” control panels to ensure easy use and perfect operation of the armchair. At Figueras we constantly endeavour to offer the best quality seating, and we focus on innovation that makes for uniqueness. By reinventing ourselves, the cinema will never go out of fashion.
Hollywood, the seat for vip cinemas
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