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If You Upgrade Anything in Your Home, Start with Lighting 

When most people envision a smart home, they often picture voice-controlled thermostats or security systems accessible from a smartphone. But at the core of any sophisticated home automation system lies something more fundamental: lighting.

Smart lighting is more than a fun party trick to play with color-changing LEDs. It’s the infrastructure that supports and enhances every other aspect of a connected home. For local Seattle-area homeowners who want a truly integrated and luxurious living experience, lighting should not be an afterthought. It should be the starting point.

No-Compromise Outdoor Spaces Start with Smart Pre-Construction Planning

Modern luxury homes need outdoor spaces that can handle whatever entertainment or lifestyle amenities homeowners dream up. One of the big differences between a space that feels like an afterthought and one that's on par with luxury indoor living comes down to building the right technology foundation from day one.

When builders partner with experienced AV integrators during the design phase, they're not just adding entertainment systems—they're creating outdoor environments ready for anything without sacrificing aesthetics or performance.

Experience Effortless Enjoyment with Outdoor Home Automation

Now that summer is officially here, it’s time to ensure we make the most of it. From outdoor pool parties to barbecues with loved ones, it’s a season that embodies fun, relaxation, and camaraderie. 

Are you ready to turn your backyard into that outdoor oasis you’ve been dreaming of? With the right entertainment, lighting, and controls, you can enjoy a summer to remember that begins in the spring and lasts through the fall. The key? Outdoor home automation.

Let’s see how it’s done.

The Benefits of Working with a Smart Home Integrator

When building or renovating a smart home, there are many demands on a specifier. From ensuring compatibility with every system, technology, and product to selecting the appropriate devices for the client's needs and visions and integrating that technology into the design, it's a position that requires technical, design, and building expertise. 

As home automation experts, our team at Elite Automation works with specifiers to support their efforts, streamlining their projects. Here are a few of the many ways we add value to the team and support these professionals in their numerous responsibilities.