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Monday, 21 January 2019

How Smart Home Automation Helps People with Disabilities: Part 1

Automate your Chesapeake Home for Safety, Comfort and Livability

For some, smart home capabilities are not simply a novelty. For many older adults and those with disabilities, a home automation system is considered essential assistive technology that helps them perform everyday tasks and functions.

Broadly speaking, assistive technologies are defined as devices that lend a helping hand, such as hearing aids, wheelchairs and eating devices. People who have disabilities often have difficulty performing activities of daily living independently, or even need the assistance of a caretaker. How can smart home automation help them live more comfortable, fulfilling lives? Keep reading to find out!

Monday, 14 January 2019

The Hottest Home Theater Trends of 2019

Virginia Beach, VA Home Theater Installation

Everything You’ll Want to See in Your Media Room This Year

As winter takes hold of the Virginia Beach, VA area, hordes of people are flocking to the movie theaters for some cozy entertainment. Let’s not ignore, though, the downfalls to the traditional movie theater. Don’t we all hate having to arrive a half an hour early just to get a decent seat? And there’s no guarantee that kids won’t throw popcorn at you from the row behind.

That’s why movie lovers might consider a professional home theater installation this year for their Coastal Virginia homes. Don’t you want to watch movies your way, with minimal outside noise, while wearing whatever you choose? Keep reading to see which home theater trends inspire homeowners this year, then let us know which ones you’re most excited to see in your home!

Monday, 07 January 2019

Hiding Technology to Create Minimalistic Masterpieces

Virginia Beach, VA Hidden Technology

All of the capabilities, none of the visible technology

As a professional in the design space, you know firsthand that minimalism is on trend right now. Whether you’re creating home decor to help sell a house or making a dream habitat for a family settling into one, many customers prefer the clean lines and tidy look of less wiring.

Tech integrators and designers can work together to ensure the full smart home capabilities for clients without letting the technology steal the show. From a design standpoint, devices or wires that don’t match the overall feel of the home should be concealed. Keep reading for a few ideas on blending smart home features with your client’s design vision.

Monday, 24 December 2018

5 Crucial Signs Your Home Control System Needs an Upgrade

Suffolk, VA Home Control System

Elevate Your Virginia Home With Smarter Home Control!

The smart home concept continually evolves to meet current technologies. Just think about how many new and improved capabilities we see at CEDIA and CES every year: once you think you’ve seen it all, technology gets smarter, and you’ve have plenty of necessary upgrades.

The ultimate goal of your Suffolk, VA smart home is to automate and streamline your lifestyle. Your security, entertainment, audio, lighting and video should integrate to create maximum convenience. While you might have added a few new upgrades in recent years, here are some telltale signs that the changes you made barely scratched the surface of what a home control system can do for you.