OUR MISSION

At Elite HTS, our mission is to redefine the essence of theater seating. We believe a true theater chair transcends the conventional; it's not merely an overstuffed recliner with cupholders, but a meticulously crafted seat that provides unparalleled ergonomic support for extended viewing sessions.

Our commitment to the Diamond Standard - The 4 C’s: Comfort, Craftsmanship, Customization, and Concierge Service - is at the core of our pursuit. We strive to curate an immersive experience, offering tailor-made seating solutions that transport you into the enchanting realms of cinematic escapism while ensuring enduring comfort, exquisite artisanship, personalized customization, and exceptional concierge service at every step.

OUR MISSION

At Elite HTS, our mission is to redefine the essence of theater seating. We believe a true theater chair transcends the conventional; it's not merely an overstuffed recliner with cupholders, but a meticulously crafted seat that provides unparalleled ergonomic support for extended viewing sessions.
Our commitment to the Diamond Standard - The 4 C’s: Comfort, Craftsmanship, Customization, and Concierge Service - is at the core of our pursuit. We strive to curate an immersive experience, offering tailor-made seating solutions that transport you into the enchanting realms of cinematic escapism while ensuring enduring comfort, exquisite artisanship, personalized customization, and exceptional concierge service at every step.

A little history

Founded nearly two decades ago by our President and CEO, Bobby Bala, Elite HTS emerged from his extensive career in film, CG animation, and video game design.

Recognizing the limitations in existing home theater chairs, Bobby embarked on crafting superior quality, comfortable, and well-designed seating.

The journey started in an old abandoned barn, and from that initial order, Elite HTS has evolved into a cutting-edge facility in Surrey, British Columbia, renowned for crafting some of the world's most exclusive luxury home cinema seating.

With a proud A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau for 16 consecutive years, Elite HTS is also DUNS registered and proud members of CEDIA and the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).

“I founded Elite HTS because I have a passion for great film experiences. I believe that the comfort you have when watching an incredible performance is just as important as the sound or video quality of your home theater. At Elite, it’s about more than just building a great home theater chair, it’s about giving you the most luxurious experience possible.”  
– Founder & CEO
The 4 C’s - Qualities a true theater chair should possess
Craftsmanship
CUSTOMIZATION
Comfort
Concierge Service

COMFORT

Our home theater seating uses only the best cushioning foam that is manufactured with maximum resilience technology for hours of comfort and support. The foam is high in density and supportive, yet still soft and very comfortable at the same time. High quality flex webbing is used to support the foam instead of traditional springs, so no need to worry about old squeaky springs after a few years. Ergonomic, Chiropractic endorsed lumbar support eliminates virtually all lower back pressure build up.

Additional Features Include:

– A precisely fine-tuned lumbar and upper back support system
– A unique dual cushion system that provides equal weight distribution for the thighs and buttocks
– Premium, high quality foam that is not too firm, or too soft
– An optional adjustable headrest that fits perfectly in the nape of the neck
– Choice of soft, medium or firm cushion options.

“The low back cushion has the optimal shape and angle to maintain the ideal lordosis (curve) of the lumbar spine….. In conjunction with the dual cushion system, the overall effect is to allow for a more relaxed body position giving maximum comfort and thus longer endurance while sitting.”

Dr. Grant O’Neill
Doctor of Chiropractic
Cloverdale, BC

CRAFTSMANSHIP

Our home cinema chairs have been featured in some of the finest VIP cinemas and show-floors in the world. Some of these venues include the Venetian Hotel in Macau, Harrods in London, and the Technicolor Film Services screening rooms in Burbank, California.

With this pedigree of clientele, our luxury home cinema seating must be built and engineered to withstand the use of countless daily visitors, while still remaining sturdy and comfortable for many years after. With each of our heavy-duty theater recliners weighing in excess of 165lbs (75kg), they are built to last and come with a standard 20-Year Warranty.

Features Include :

– Hand crafted in Canada
– Exquisite attention to detail
– 20 Year Warranty
– Historical low maintenance and repair
– Heavy duty Frame
– Industrial strength “thick and chunky” steel recliner mechanism
– Whisper quiet, German engineered power recline motor
– Premium Leather and Upholstery
– Premium Marshmallow Foam that is soft yet supportive
– Real wood trim (no artificial laminate)
– Ergonomically designed
– High quality cup holders
– Customers Own Material accepted

CUSTOMIZATION

As the manufacturer, we have unique customization abilities which allow us to execute a wide range of custom requests. It is a rare occurrence when we cannot accommodate a special request for our media room furniture.

All of our custom home theater seating is modular. This provides our clients with the ability to build and customize their theater chair by mixing and matching various arm styles, foam densities, and back rests.

As the manufacturer, we can accommodate a wide range of custom requests including, but not limited to:

– Exotic C.O.M.(Customers Own Material) fabrics and leathers
– Dual tone color schemes
– Custom sizing requests
– Chaise style seating
– Custom storage compartments
– Custom touch panel and iPad modules
– 24k gold cup holders
– Custom embroidery and engraving
– Exotic wood species and custom staining
– Optional powered headrests
– Custom tray tables
– Custom recliner sofas and chaises for the family room or living room

CONCIERGE SERVICE

Whether our client is a famous celebrity, professional athlete, or a home theater aficionado, we must adhere to the highest levels of quality, customer service and confidentiality.

We will be the first to admit we may over-engineer our product, and our construction methods may be a bit overkill. However, this strategy gives us the peace of mind that we will most likely not have to service any theater recliner once it leaves our facility.

In the rare case of a repair or replacement, our unique modular design allows any part of our theater chair to be detached and taken apart in minutes with a few simple tools. For example, our German engineered recliner motor can easily slide out of its cradle and be replaced with a new motor within minutes.

Our knowledgeable team of Project Managers are always just a phone call or email away, and we strive to provide quick resolutions to any issues that may arise.

Our unique 3D layout design service is a complimentary service for trade professionals. It allows our clients to pre-visualize their theater room design and media room seating from multiple angles. In addition, platform dimensions, aisle depths and optimum number of seats per row can be planned precisely.

Simply email us a rough sketch of your room with measurements. We can usually provide a detailed 3d rendering within 48 hours. Visit our Layout Ideas page for layout solutions and inspiration.

OUR PARTNERS

Testimonials
“For about a year I looked at almost every theater seat available, the Elite product is by far the best you can find.”
Ady gill, american high definition
Testimonials
This is an amazing product. The low back cushion has the optimal shape and angle to maintain the ideal lordosis (curve) of the lumbar spine ..... In conjuction with the dual cushion system, the overall effect is to allow for a more relaxed body position giving maximum comfort and thus longer endurance while sitting.”
dr grant o'neill
Testimonials
“Every time I am lucky enough to sit in an Elite chair I am amazed by the fit, finish and comfort. It’s my business to analyze theater seating and I can honestly say that they build chairs with a rare attention to quality and detail. The superbly durable structure, high quality foam and ergonomic design make Elite chairs perfect for our Tactile Motion products."
randolph crowson, crowson technologies
Complimentary layout design
As part of our concierge service, we offer complimentary 3d layout designs for our registered theater installers, interior designers, architectural firms and home builders. To help us get started on your layout, please submit your configuration by completing the Home Theater Recliner configurator here: