Hidden Outdoor TV That Disappears: 158" Rise™ Installation in Nashville, TN
See how a 158" YOLO Rise™ hidden outdoor TV was built into an active Nashville pool-and-backyard remodel, retracting fully below grade so the view stays clean until showtime.
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When designing the perfect outdoor space for a luxury Nashville residence, every detail matters, from the landscaping and stonework to the pool and lounge areas. When this homeowner wanted a massive, theater-scale outdoor TV for watching big games, movie nights, and weekend replays, there was one non-negotiable requirement: it could not be a permanent black rectangle interrupting the view.
The answer was the YOLO Rise™ hidden outdoor TV, a 158" display that lives completely out of sight until you want it. At the touch of a button, it rises into place and turns the backyard into a private open-air theater. When the game is over, it lowers flush into the ground and the landscape reads clean again.
For a Nashville property with a pool, a new hardscape, and a carefully composed sightline, that disappearing act was the whole point.
Why a Hidden Outdoor TV? The Problem With Permanent Mounted Screens
Most outdoor TV setups force a compromise. Want a large, theater-quality screen for sports, concerts, or movie marathons? You are often stuck with a permanent mounted structure that dominates your patio or pool deck year-round, even when nobody is watching.
That black rectangle becomes the visual anchor of the backyard, whether it is on or off. On a luxury property where the architecture, stonework, and landscaping were designed to be the focal point, a permanently visible 158" panel can feel like it is fighting the space rather than complementing it.
The Rise™ system solves this differently. The display retracts fully below grade when not in use, blending into the surrounding landscape. Press a button, and 158 inches of screen rises into position. You get full theater-scale entertainment on demand, with zero visual footprint the rest of the time.
Pro Tip: At 158 inches, the YOLO Rise™ delivers a true cinema-scale experience, roughly five times larger than a standard 65-inch outdoor display, while completely disappearing below grade when stowed. You get the scale of a permanent wall display without the permanent wall.
A Project Built Into an Active Remodel
This installation happened during a major backyard renovation that included a new pool, new hardscape, and a complete transformation of the outdoor space.
Building the Rise™ system while the yard was under construction allowed the subterranean vault, drainage planning, and utility runs to be completed cleanly, without retrofitting around finished landscaping later. Excavation, concrete work, and electrical rough-in all happened while the yard was already open, which is the most efficient and least disruptive way to engineer a below-grade lift system.
BEFORE: Active Excavation & Site Prep
AFTER: Fully Installed 158" Rise™ Display
Step-by-Step Project Highlights
- Heavy Equipment & Crane Lift: Precision hoisting of the 158" unit into the backyard renovation site, coordinated around active pool construction.
- Subterranean Vault Integration: Placing and securing the weatherproof lift mechanism below grade, with drainage planning tied into the new hardscape.
- On-Site Fine-Tuning: Aligning the display structure and lift travel during active pool and hardscape construction.
- Full Elevation Reveal: The 158" screen raised to full height, ready for daytime sports and evening movies, then lowered flush out of sight when the night is over.
Hear directly from the homeowner Vincent about transforming his Nashville backyard with the 158" Rise™ system.
Built for Demanding Outdoor Environments
A below-grade lift system lives in the harshest part of the backyard, underground, surrounded by moisture, drainage flow, and seasonal temperature swings. The engineering has to match the location.
YOLO TV outdoor displays are engineered specifically for demanding outdoor environments. Our standard outdoor systems deliver approximately 6,000 nits of brightness, with configurations available from 4,000 to 7,000 nits based on the application.
Outdoor systems are available with IP65–IP68 ingress-protection ratings, depending on the specific display configuration and installation environment. Ingress-protection requirements can vary based on cabinet and module construction, system configuration, installation environment, and the level of weather protection required.
Every YOLO TV residential display is backed by our industry-leading 5-Year Peace of Mind Parts Warranty. Covered YOLO TV components are protected for five years, and because our LED systems are modular, many parts can be replaced individually without replacing the entire display. On-site service, technician travel, shipping, and third-party labor may be separate unless specifically included in your agreement.
Why the vault matters
The Rise™ subterranean vault is engineered as part of the system, not an afterthought. Drainage, sealing, and the lift mechanism are designed together so the display can lower into a protected, below-grade environment and rise back into full daylight-bright viewing position reliably, season after season.
Planning a Backyard Remodel? Timing Is Everything
If you are already planning a renovation, such as a new pool, hardscape refresh, or complete backyard rebuild, that is the ideal time to include a Rise™ hidden outdoor TV. Getting involved while the yard is still open ground allows structural engineering, electrical runs, and drainage to be handled seamlessly.
Retrofitting a below-grade vault into finished landscaping is possible, but it is more invasive and more expensive than planning it during the build. The cleanest, most cost-effective Rise™ installations are the ones designed before the concrete is poured and the landscaping is finished.
Key Takeaway: The best time to plan a hidden 158" outdoor TV is before the concrete is poured and the landscaping is finished. Coordinate the vault, drainage, and electrical during the remodel and the system integrates invisibly into the finished yard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions homeowners ask most.
A hidden outdoor TV is a large-format display built on a subterranean lift mechanism, like the YOLO Rise™ system, that retracts fully below grade when not in use. The screen rises into viewing position at the touch of a button and lowers flush into the ground when you are done, so it does not become a permanent black rectangle in the landscape.
The display lowers into an engineered below-grade vault that is sealed and drained as part of the installation. When stowed, the screen sits beneath the finished grade so the patio, pool deck, or lawn reads clean. There is no cover to remove and no cabinet visible above ground.
Yes, but it is more efficient to plan it during a remodel. A Rise™ installation requires excavation, a subterranean vault, drainage, and electrical runs. Building it while the yard is already open, during a pool or hardscape renovation, avoids disturbing finished landscaping and keeps costs lower.
Not for most luxury outdoor layouts. Outdoor viewing distances are much larger than indoor living rooms, so a 158" diagonal reads at a comfortable scale across a pool deck or patio. The right size depends on your furthest seating distance, which the YOLO TV team helps determine during design.
The vault and lift mechanism are engineered for permanent outdoor placement, and the display itself carries the same weather protection as YOLO TV's fixed outdoor systems. Drainage and sealing are designed into the vault so the system handles rain, humidity, and seasonal temperature swings reliably.
Written by Brian Bachman
YOLO TV designs and installs luxury outdoor TVs, hidden Rise™ TV systems, and custom outdoor entertainment solutions for homeowners, builders, architects, designers, and AV integrators. Our engineering team specializes in creating unforgettable outdoor viewing experiences.
Standard Specifications
- Screen Size
- 158 Inches Diagonal
- Mechanism
- Subterranean In-Ground Rise™ Lift
- Location
- Nashville, TN
- Brightness
- ~6,000 Nits (4,000–7,000 Range)
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