I'm building a gameroom...

[Darth Nuno]

Here's the actual state of the project :



Check the complete WIP here : http://www.dragonslair.be/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=32

[forbiddenlyrics]

Lookin' Good! I wish i had enough games that I needed a seperate gameroom.

[Bones]

Remember..... You can NEVER have enough power points!

[Darth Nuno]

Remember..... You can NEVER have enough power points!

  I'll put 10 power points, on 4 separate circuits, it shoud be fine 

[ChadTower]

It's nice to have help when you do these things.  I have trouble getting simple crap done like painted rooms because I can't even get someone to keep an eye on my kids while I do all the work, nevermind help with the work.

[markrvp]

It's nice to have help when you do these things.

[Darth Nuno]

It's nice to have help when you do these things.  I have trouble getting simple crap done like painted rooms because I can't even get someone to keep an eye on my kids while I do all the work, nevermind help with the work.

I agree... If my dad didn't help me on that HUGE project, I didn't even start it  I have no experience about all the things to do for such work...

[Dire Radiant]

What I've found works is to give my daugter a project of her own to do. I just pick something that doesn't matter if it's messed up and let her have at it. For example while I was painting the toy chest I built for her, I had her right beside me painting the tray that fits inside it. She did a nice job of it too - acrylic paint is very forgiving! As long as you keep an eye on the safety aspects it's a fun thing to do. You get to spend quality time with your kids and they get a kick out of being able to say "Daddy and I made that" instead of "Daddy made that for me"

[ChadTower]

Yeah, and that's great when you're painting.  I do that when it is safe to do.  Much of the work I do is with electricity, power tools, and sharp edges. 

[SirPeale]

I'd love to give my kids projects.  Problem is I've got two kids with completely different needs.

My oldest is five, can follow instructions very well, is highly intelligent.  He taught himself to read (has some trouble with numbers though).  I actually like having him help out.

My middle child will turn three in Sept., but has some learning disadvantages.  His total vocabulary comes to about fifteen words.  If I have him around when I'm working, *nothing* gets done, because I'm chasing him around making sure he doesn't kill himself on something.

[richms]

Couldnt you get one of those leashes you see people take there kids out on and put him in a corner with nothing hazardous within reach?

[SirPeale]

Sure I could.  Then I'd have him screaming at me the whole time because he can't go anywhere.

He's not a dog, man!

[markrvp]

Couldnt you get one of those leashes you see people take there kids out on and put him in a corner with nothing hazardous within reach?

Every time someone mentions a child leash I can't help but think of the Saturday Night Live skit where Mike Myers was leashed to a Jungle Jim (and also wearing a helmet).  Kim Basinger gives him a chocolate bar and he goes so hyper he actually pulls the Jungle Jim out of the ground and goes running down Broadway with the Jungle Jim dragging behind him.  Funny Stuff.

[ChadTower]

Seriously, every time I've ever seen one of those leashes, I've wanted to slap the parent.  A child is not a dog and should not be treated like one.  They should also not be caged up in playpens and those little portable yard fences, either.  If you can't be bothered to watch your kids properly, don't take them anywhere.

I can totally see where Peale is coming from.  I have a 6 and a 3 year old.  They love to WATCH me work, but I'm not really confident in the ability to keep a close enough eye on them and do the work well at the same time.   I usually end up having them sit near me while I work on the cabs.

[KenToad]

Couldnt you get one of those leashes you see people take there kids out on and put him in a corner with nothing hazardous within reach?

Every time someone mentions a child leash I can't help but think of the Saturday Night Live skit where Mike Myers was leashed to a Jungle Jim (and also wearing a helmet).  Kim Basinger gives him a chocolate bar and he goes so hyper he actually pulls the Jungle Jim out of the ground and goes running down Broadway with the Jungle Jim dragging behind him.  Funny Stuff.

That was the best skit ever.  I always talk about that when I'm tipsy at a dinner party.  Wasn't it Nicole Kidman with him?

Cheers,
KenToad

[markrvp]

Couldnt you get one of those leashes you see people take there kids out on and put him in a corner with nothing hazardous within reach?

Every time someone mentions a child leash I can't help but think of the Saturday Night Live skit where Mike Myers was leashed to a Jungle Jim (and also wearing a helmet).

[dema]

I'm pretty sure it was Kim Basinger, but it could have been Nicole Kidman.

[Darth Nuno]

some updates 

[AlanS17]

Looking good. Keep up the good work.

[Darth Nuno]

This is not a garage anymore 

The door is in place :





all the story here : http://www.dragonslair.be/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=32

Stay tuned... 

[missioncontrol]

nice..

what's the demensions of the room?

[Darth Nuno]

nice..

what's the demensions of the room?

The dimension is approx 8 meters X 3.80 meters... enough for many games 

[AlanS17]

How many machines do you have? Do you plan on putting them against the walls or putting them in rows? Or both?

[Buddabing]

Impressive!

Are you going to put insulation and air conditioning/heating? A wall unit should cover the whole space.

When I was in Belgium in the summer time, it was comfortable, but the winter's probably pretty brutal there.

Where I live is 35+ degrees C and 90+ humidity for three months out of the year. But it never snows.

[Darth Nuno]

I still have no idea about the position of the games now   

Here's the cab I have to place for the moment  :

- Dragon's Lair
- StarBlade
- Tron
- Gauntlet Legends / mame cab
- AB Cop
- NBA JAM tournament edition / Midway conversion kit

I guess I'll start with the Starblade in a corner... 

In Belgium, there is not hot temperature like US... Do you think I really need to insert fresh air in the gaming room ?

Thanks for your comment 

[TimmyB]

I lived in Mons Belgium for six years.

[AlanS17]

You underestimate how much heat a room full of arcade machines can give off! You would probably need an A/C before you need a heater.

[Darth Nuno]

Let there be light 

Some updates :



all the rest here : http://www.dragonslair.be/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=32

 

[M3talhead]

What part of Belgium are you in?

[Rahzel]

Darth, it's coming along nicely! Keep the pictures coming, I love reading your updates.

[geomartin]

Fantastic looking room.  I love the view out the back window, what a great piece of real estate you have there!

Geo

[Darth Nuno]

Some updates...

few pictures :












Stay Tuned 

[SNAAKE]

VERY COOL !
Now cover the whole room with arcade artwork

[Darth Nuno]

... this project continue...

Check the actual status in a video :
 

 

The end is near 

[DrewKaree]

My middle child will turn three in Sept., but has some learning disadvantages.  His total vocabulary comes to about fifteen words.  If I have him around when I'm working, *nothing* gets done, because I'm chasing him around making sure he doesn't kill himself on something.

Mrs Peale has said similar things about dealing with you 

Every time someone mentions a child leash I can't help but think of the Saturday Night Live skit where Mike Myers was leashed to a Jungle Jim (and also wearing a helmet).  Kim Basinger gives him a chocolate bar and he goes so hyper he actually pulls the Jungle Jim out of the ground and goes running down Broadway with the Jungle Jim dragging behind him.  Funny Stuff.

I'm a hyper hypo!

[Crowley]

Damn I wish I had my own house. Lucky for me, I'm just 13.

[Mark70]

What kind of board did you use on the ceiling?

[meanbean]

Most impressive.  It's coming along quite well.  Congrats to you and your Dad.

[Darth Nuno]

And here is the actual status... after more than 6 month... 



















 

[Mark70]

Hey that doesn't suck very much ....   

seriously though....

What I want to know is, how does it sound in there?

[markrvp]

Looks great.  Congratulations.

[TurboC--]

Every game room needs something from the Pac family. 

[Bones]

That is kick ass and an impressive collection of machines.

I also want to know what it sounds like in there....

[MYX]

CRAP! He's got a for real arcade there. That is so sick! Great job.

[quarterback]

Is that neon running along the floor and ceiling, or are they fluorescents with colored sleeves around them or....

[Darth Nuno]

No, it true colored neons 

Take a ride into the Nuno's lair in this short videoclip :

 

[babydickonboard]

jealous

[lcddream]

looks great...but to be honest your electrical "panel" is a little scary...i have never ever seen a pvc electrical enclosure except for 24v or less wiring... why not spring for a proper panel? it might save your life..

[DrewKaree]

looks great...but to be honest your electrical "panel" is a little scary...i have never ever seen a pvc electrical enclosure except for 24v or less wiring... why not spring for a proper panel? it might save your life..

While I personally wouldn't want it in my HOUSE, I've seen it done dozens of times.  During a yearly festival I volunteer at, it's done that way all around the grounds.  Cost would be exorbitant if "proper" panels were used, and they have to be to code before receiving their operations permit.

Like I said though, and in agreement somewhat with you, I wouldn't want it in my HOUSE, but if he's comfortable with it....meh

[quarterback]

No, it true colored neons 

That's hot.

[SNAAKE]

NIIIIICE !!!

Now you need a console rig and a racer cab with burnout and you are set !

[Hippo]

looks great...but to be honest your electrical "panel" is a little scary...i have never ever seen a pvc electrical enclosure except for 24v or less wiring... why not spring for a proper panel? it might save your life..

While I personally wouldn't want it in my HOUSE, I've seen it done dozens of times.  During a yearly festival I volunteer at, it's done that way all around the grounds.  Cost would be exorbitant if "proper" panels were used, and they have to be to code before receiving their operations permit.

Like I said though, and in agreement somewhat with you, I wouldn't want it in my HOUSE, but if he's comfortable with it....meh

OT: In the UK and possibly in europe too most if not all residential fuse/RCD boards are in a plastic case.

Nice room btw

[Taborious]

GOD, I want to do something like this and as soon as I hit the lottery BAM, I'm there....

How much did it cost you to convert the room? Love the neon...

[Darth Nuno]

...new games, so here's a new disposition 





















 

[ChadTower]

Wow nice, but forget sound, it must be two hundred degrees in there with all those games on.

[arcadefever]

look like heaven to me 
very well done ...

[Darth Nuno]

Thanks to all for your nice words 

Ok, more games, more light, new cab' disposition :







 

[javeryh]

Wow.  That's a really nice room you've got there... I'm jealous!

[c64rulez]

Ah! It's nothing!
I'm going to have all those games in just one cab. Now that's something ! 




dude, I'm speechless. lock me up in this kind of room for a year, keep the beers coming, and I shall be grateful for all eternity 

[topher0002]

Great Job on the room.   Maybe if I build my wife an entire room as a closet to house her entire Mall she calls a wardrobe....she will let me do this for myself.   

HA!.......Im also interested in what you put into this room cost wise.  Minus the games.  Just on the room.

[ras2a]

Sweet Jesus and the baby orphans...this is a thing of unparalleled beauty

Just amazing 

[Mark70]

No, it true colored neons 

Take a ride into the Nuno's lair in this short videoclip :

 

You're one hell of an arcade collector, handyman and decorator, but you're sure not a camera operator.  I'm going to try and quell the motion sickness.

Hell of a room.  So jealous.

[Harpal]

every time i look at it, 
it just looks better  and better.......

cheers  for the ideas

[spocktwin]

    Beautiful to say the least.  My father (WWII GI) did some time in Belgium and he told me many stories mostly how beautiful it is.  I have always wanted to visit and with an invite from you I know I can bring the beer and play!!  Nice job and I am in awe.
Spock

[Darth Nuno]

LOL, thanks for comments ;-)

If any of you want to take a ride in the Nuno's Lair, well, then you're welcome to contact me 

Sure that I've spend so many time in the construction    Now I can spend my time ...to collect & restore new games 

But, I still have to put some posters & marquee on the walls... so stay tuned 

[c64rulez]

If your'e out of space, I have plenty of room 

[Timstuff]

Truly a mecca for gaming geeks!