Dubbed the “Modern Lakeside Retreat,” this 12,000-square-foot home lives up to its name, thanks in part to a Crestron automation system and Lutron lighting system expertly designed and installed by Service Tech Audio Visual, of Cedar Park, Texas. The technologies that work tirelessly and transparently in the background are more than just “modern,” though — […]
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Top 10 Smart Home Systems of Award-Winning Homes
Each year Electronic House chooses from dozens of entries submitted by home systems integration firms across the country the most innovative, state-of-the-art smart homes. You can find articles at electronichouse.com about some of these award-winning residences, like our Gold Before and After project and Gold Unique Space. Others winning projects will be featured on our […]
Get the GuideHome of the Year: High-Tech Overhaul Breathes New Life into Smart Home
Imagine grabbing a remote control, pressing a button, and scratching your head as nothing happens. Or having a house brimming with speakers that simply won’t play music. Just as frustrating, think about what it would be like to invest in high-def TVs but only be able watch low-res analog video. These are a few of […]
Get the GuideEnergy Efficiency: New Features to Look for in a Smart Thermostat
Heating and cooling systems have become increasingly energy efficient over the years. Manufacturers continue to boost the SEER ratings of their units and new technologies like variable speed air conditioning systems are helping homeowners save money and improve comfort. You can leverage the energy efficiency capabilities of these HVAC solutions by integrating a smart thermostat—but […]
Get the GuideHome of the Year: Stone House Time Travels from 1938 to 2017
Renovating a home is never easy. There’s always some unexpected challenge or setback to encounter no matter how meticulously and carefully you’ve planned the project. New Wiring for an Old Stone House The home systems integration team from MediaTech, of St. Charles, Ill., recognized right off the bat the complexities it would face as they […]
Get the GuideOld English Pub Packed with Smart Home Surprises
Video and music are a given in any pub, be it one at an establishment in town or in your own home. But a safe room? Not so much. A secret button tucked underneath a statue of Beethoven that reveals that room? That’s even more unusual. Biometric technology embedded in that button that scans and […]
Get the GuideWorld Champion Golfer Lee Westwood Shows Off his Smart Home
Lee Westwood is one of the only golfers in the world to have won tournaments in five different continents. He’s a PGA Tour icon and a Ryder Cup mainstay. But when he’s off the course and in relaxation mode, he enjoys kicking back, putting a movie on and listening to music. When designing his new […]
Get the GuideSpectacular Lutron Lighting System Combines with Elan Control System to Automate Country Home
When building their new 9,000-square-foot home in Bluffton, S.C., the homeowners sought to seamlessly fuse classic country design with innovative modern technology. Specifically, they wanted to incorporate an automated lighting system to enhance both the home’s aesthetic and overall functionality. To achieve their goals, they called on local integration firm Advanced Integrated Controls (AIC) to […]
Get the GuideVivint Launches Smart Home Platform for Rental Properties
Vivint is making it possible for renters to enjoy the same smart home benefits as people who own their own homes. The Vivint Smart Properties is a new smart home platform designed for expressly for rental properties. Property developers and managers can select from a suite of professionally installed smart home products for their units, […]
Get the GuideHigh Tech Living in a New Jersey High-Rise
The owners of the new Cast Iron Lofts in Jersey City recognized how important it is to provide residents with a strong sense of community and security. That’s why they hired integration firm Serious Audio Video to install an advanced Elan Entertainment & Control System with audio, video, lighting and security to create an unmatched […]
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