There are two schools of thought when it comes to finding a place to stash the various components that enable music to be piped to speakers throughout the house, lights to brighten and dim automatically, video from a media server to be displayed on every TV, and other high-tech functions to happen. The first, and probably the most popular, is to confine the gear to a utility or specially-built mechanical room. Located by the other systems in your house, like the heating and cooling units, the electrical breaker box and cable and satellite drops, it’s a logical storage spot that provides ample elbow room and lighting for routine maintenance, as well as plenty of natural ventilation to prevent the equipment from overheating.
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Small Space Benefits from Hidden Tech
NOWHERE IS SPACE MORE precious than in this pair of doublewide trailers, which have been renovated into a high-end Southern California beach house. With not a hint of technology visible, save for the Crestron tabletop touchpanel, one would never guess that this luxurious space is also a high-tech escape. In fact, breathtaking oceanfront views and […]
Get the GuideTheater Room Takes Long & Lean Approach
This DIYer works a big theater into a skinny space, with stunning results.
This DIYer works a big theater into a skinny space, with stunning results.
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