Window shoppers in the south of the island would be forgiven if they thought they were peeking into someone’s living room.

But that was the aim of the people behind a new shop on the Promenade, Port Erin.

An empty unit which used to be the home of an estate agents, has been transformed into a shop called Absolute Abode. It is described as a ’home entertainment showcase’ with a ’beautifully designed living room space’.

Mark O’Brien, company director, said: ’We are delighted to be able to open Absolute Abode in the Isle of Man.

’Our first living room space was created in our London store, O’Brien Hi-Fi, more than 10 years ago.

’This created a fresh experience for enjoying hi-fi and was one of the first of its type.

’We felt this space was required to broaden the appeal of listening to music at home, previously a concept that suggested large boxes and lots of cables.

’We wanted to show a living room could also be a beautiful place to enjoy music (and movies) without resembling a laboratory.

’Through hi-fi, home cinema and smart home technology we can help our customers build their Absolute Abode’