Most people think of their home lights as things that get turned on, off or dimmed as needed, but not as a design and lifestyle element that can be programmed to fit a family’s moods, activities or schedule. That’s what smart lighting control systems do. They can light your home and yard, but they can […]
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Two Subwoofers Balance Bass In an Open-format Home Theater
The owners of this Atlanta home theater had a couple of unique challenges, the biggest one being the open-nature of their room. The theater area is adjacent to the home’s main living area and the couple wanted to keep it open to allow guests to easily move between the spaces. Plus, they just like the […]
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Outfitting a condo with invisible speakers, motorized hidden TV and a Total Control automation system.
Neighbor envy apparently is a potent driver for custom audio/video systems. That’s a good thing. This project in Hoboken NJ got started when the owner saw the Serious Audio Video truck parked outside as technicians were busy installing a system down the street. A conversation started, one thing led to another, and pretty soon the […]
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Home systems integrators are awesome. They really are. They’re masters at designing and installing complex electronic systems into homes that mesh perfectly with you and your family’s schedule, routines, and lifestyle. But as with anything you purchase for your home, there’s bound to be a breaking-in period, when you learn to use the system—and possibly […]
Get the GuideHome Lighting 101: How to Add Lighting Control to Your Home
Want to freshen up the appearance of your house, enjoy greater convenience and save some energy to boot? Then you should look into a lighting control system. A lighting control system can automatically dim your lights, enact preset “scenes” so only the fixtures you need come on, automatically turn on and off lights so you […]
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Relative newbies to home technology, the owners of a traditional-style 6,000-square-foot home in Lower Gwynedd, Penn., decided to incorporate a few high-tech touches after seeing a whole-house audio system running at a friend’s home. Like their friend, they were avid music listeners, and could clearly recognize the benefits of putting a control system in charge […]
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THINK THIS HOME THEATER LOOKS LIKE A NIGHTCLUB? This monster of a room can very easily pose as one. This space measures 33 feet long, 22 feet wide and 13 feet tall, with three levels and comfortable seating for 28, give or take. No typo: There are 10 recliners in the front, eight barstools, and […]
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With home control systems and preprogrammed scenes, you can match your lighting to your mood.
With home control systems and preprogrammed scenes, you can match your lighting to your mood.
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Elan g! automation system enables effortless energy savings for Florida homeowner.
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Sarasota homestead uses technology to maintain a green footprint.
Elan g! smart home control system enables effortless energy savings for Florida homeowner.
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