It’s that time of year again. Cooler weather, shorter days and, for sports fans, football season! Whether you plan on watching the games at home solo, with family, or hosting a game day party, it’s time to make sure your entertainment area is ready for game day viewing. Here’s what you need to enjoy the big game in both comfort and style.

A Home for Your Flat Screen

The TV is the star of your game day plans, and it needs an entertainment center or media console that provides the necessary storage and complements the design of your room. Choose a more traditional entertainment center with plenty of storage or a more modern, clean design that lets your big screen be the star of the show. Looking for a cozy addition to your living or family room? Consider a media console with a built in electric fireplace for a perfect way to watch a game on a cold day.

Kick Your Feet Up

Once you have the perfect set-up for your TV, it’s time to make sure you have the perfect set-up for yourself and guests. Consider upgrading your cinema seating, so you can relax…at least until you jump up to cheer on your favorite team. Depending on the number of family/friends you plan to entertain, you may choose a loveseat, sofa, chair or combination with all the perks, such as cup holders, padded arm rests and easy access to USB ports. For the ultimate in comfort, choose seating with power adjustable headrests and chaise footrests, letting you choose your personalized fit.

Cinema seating is available in a wide range of styles to meet your preferences and existing living room or family room furniture and décor. Choose a leather sofa and chairs in a contemporary look for a style and function statement perfect for just about any home style.

Planning more guests than you have seating? Consider adding a classic bean bag chair for the extra seating you need and a casual feel for your room. You can easily stow away these items and pull them out as needed to entertain.

The Extras

Almost as important to hosting a successful viewing party as the game itself, is the snacks! Since guests will be munching while watching TV, make sure to have a place to set their food and plates. A large coffee table works well for this, or you can select a less traditional option like a storage ottoman. And don’t forget serving trays to keep snacks grouped and make clean up a breeze.

The truest sports fans commit to their fave teams through thick and thin, wins and losses…and even in their home décor. Choose an area rug with your team’s logo to add style, spirit, as well as cushy comfort to your home entertainment area.

With these furniture and home décor upgrades, you’ll be ready to enjoy the big game all football season long.

Need more help in updating your entertainment area? Read our Entertainment & Media Centers Design Guide.