In the “old” days a family room consisted mainly of a beat-up recliner for Dad, a couch and a coffee table, and a tiny TV with a screen too small for a family of four. Over the years, thankfully, the family room has evolved into a space that truly says “family.”
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How to Install Simple Lighting Control
With $200 and a couple of free hours, you can install a convenient and energy-efficient lighting control system.
With $200 and a couple of free hours, you can install a convenient and energy-efficient lighting control system.
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Utilize your home electronics to save both money and the environment.
There are plenty of things you can do to save energy costs now, including getting an energy audit for your house and using passive solar designs that incorporate south-facing windows. You can also utilize home electronics to save both money and the environment.
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This kitchen sizzles, thanks to commercial-grade appliances and top-notch entertainment, control and networking equipment.
This kitchen sizzles, thanks to commercial-grade appliances and top-notch entertainment, control and networking equipment.
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Technology works behind the scenes in this contemporary, art-inspired Manhattan penthouse.
Technology works behind the scenes in this contemporary, art-inspired Manhattan penthouse.
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Get the most out of your home's most popular room with lighting and entertainment control systems.
Get the most out of your home’s most popular room with lighting and entertainment control systems.
Get the GuideAt Home With: Michael Malcom, CEO Kaleidescape
The CEO of Kaleidescape can call up any of his 700 DVDs at the touch of a button, thanks to his company's hard drive-based server system.
If you were to visit the Colorado home of Michael Malcolm, you might not believe he’s the CEO of a company that sells high-end video servers that cost more than $20,000. The most-used TV in the Malcolm household is a small $130 model bought several years ago at Wal-Mart and often used by the Malcolm children.
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Learn how wireless networking can be used for phones, speakers and lighting control.
When most people think of wireless networking, the first thing that comes to mind is a group of computers freely sharing information without being physically connected. While that’s certainly a common use for a wireless networking system, it isnt the only one. Light switches, telephones and stereo speakers are a few of the electronic components in your home that can benefit from going wireless.
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A family uses technology to turn a Cape Cod beach house into a year-round home.
They may not live in their beach house full-time yet, but the Hamilton family enjoys the comforts of home every time they visit.
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A custom installer takes on a challenging systems installation in his own home.
Few homes are perfect. Just ask Brad Smith of Audio Video Design, a custom electronic installer in Newton, MA. He’s had some head-scratching experiences trying to fit electronics in quirky homes — and that includes his own humble abode.
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