School is back in session! Getting back into a routine can be hard for kids (and parents!) after a laid back summer, but an automated home makes your life easier and the transition back to school smoother.
Daylight savings is less than two months away, but there’s still plenty of time for outdoor entertaining! Don’t settle for grilling in the dark when right lights can keep your BBQ fired up until Halloween. The days may be getting shorter, but the right technology can make your transition from day to night (and summer to fall) seamless.
Isn’t it time you bring your nursery into the 21st century? Taking care of a restless baby just got easier with smart home technology. Install a Lutron Electronics shading system so your baby (and you!) can get more shuteye.
The release of Savant 8.0 reinforces what we’ve known for years: comfort, simplicity and free time are the ultimate luxuries. Savant has been providing premium home automation for more than a decade, and their new release promises luxury living with Sonos integration, native streaming media, streamlined user interface & the new Savant Pro Remote!
It’s a well-known fact that when selling your home, making upgrades to specific areas such as the kitchen and bathrooms are among the most effective ways to profiting the most from the sale.
Along with these more “traditional” upgrades, however, homeowners should also consider adding certain technology updates to their homes to make them more tech-savvy and appealing to buyers. President of Soundworks Inc. Lou Gordon advises on his top tips for bringing your home into the 21st century and making it more attractive to potential buyers.
Automated Lighting. A little change in lighting can go a long way when it comes to selling your home. Not only does automated lighting improve home security by means of random timing systems and higher level of visibility, it also decreases energy consumption (and therefore the electric bill) by automatically shutting off when not in use.
Mood Lighting. The right lighting can tremendously improve and enhance a home environment, and even provoke specific moods! For example, bright lighting in an area such as the family room sets a cheerful and casual tone, while softer lighting in an area such as the master bedroom set the tone for relaxation and restfulness.
