No one wants technology to intrude on their décor. Particularly not homeowners in Century City, CA, and throughout Century City, which boast beautiful, modern estates that usually lean toward minimalist design. 

In our blog, we've discussed the benefits of smart home technology, which range from greater energy efficiency to streamlined routines. Yet, many people are still reluctant to integrate it because they worry it will clash with their curated designs.

But what if we told you technology and design can work together and that our smart home solutions will contribute to a more beautiful space? Below, we outline some ways they are great design tools. 

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Reduce Your Wall Clutter 

If you love looking at the interiors of some of America's most beautiful homes in magazines like Architectural Digest, you'll notice one theme: No wall switches ruin the perfectly crafted shots. Sometimes, that's some neat editing from the photographer, but in most cases, it's due to purposeful design choices.

Our lighting control systems let you reduce the number of switches on the wall and instead replace them with elegant keypads. These come in various colors, finishes, and button configurations. For a super sleek style, flush-mount them and color-match them to the wall so they disappear when not used. 

Create a Uniform Look 

Maintaining a sophisticated and uniform look is a priority when it comes to our clients' homes. Smart lighting and motorized shades make it easy to achieve this. Motorized shades, for example, can be programmed to open and close in perfect unison, resulting in shades not being opened to different lengths to create a disjointed look. 

Smart lighting adds another layer by maintaining consistent hues and tones throughout your home. Custom lighting scenes help create the perfect balance, whether you're setting the stage for a dinner party or relaxing at home. This consistency in lighting and shading gives your home a more cohesive, luxurious look.

Entertainment Sans Clutter

Designers often struggle with integrating entertainment systems. As part of our smart technology installations, we find unique ways to hide AV components from view. Architectural speakers, in particular, are interior designers' best friends. We install these within walls and ceilings so you get high-quality sound without seeing the speakers. 

Televisions present a bigger but not impossible challenge. Here's how we make it so they don't take away from your décor: 

• TV Frames: Some models, like the Samsung Frame, mimic artwork. Choose frame finishes and colors to match your stylistic preferences. 

• TV Mounts: Use specialty mounts that hide TVs behind artwork, within niches in TV furniture, or in the ceiling when you're not watching. 

• Mirror TVs: If you want to add a unique stylistic flare to your living room, some TVs double as large mirrors when off. 

Centralize Your Controls

Smart technology also reduces clutter through centralized distribution. AV components, network switches, and even lighting panels are stowed away in a dedicated closet. Though devices are hidden, they can still be used in individual rooms.

Home theaters and media rooms benefit most since media servers and receivers don't have to be in the room. Plus, you can eliminate the pile of remotes on the coffee table. Use a mobile app, voice command, or dedicated touchpad to pull up content, adjust the volume, dim lights, and close the shades. 

Let our smart home solutions elevate your lifestyle and décor. Call us or fill out our contact form to learn how our automated homes enhance your space without disrupting your design.