Full-color-control lighting—where fixtures can shift to nearly any hue—has traditionally been the domain of commercial spaces like theaters, restaurants, and event venues. In recent years, these capabilities have made their way into select homes, often as a novelty feature. For many homeowners, changing the color of lighting feels like a fun extra rather than a […]

In the first two parts of this series, the focus centered on technology new homeowners may encounter when purchasing a house equipped with wiring, built-in audio systems, integrated lighting, shades, or automation. Many homes today include a mix of old and new technologies, sometimes installed at different times over many years. Without clarity on which […]

Lighting Control & Home Automation Systems When purchasing a home—especially one built or renovated in the past two decades—it’s not always clear what technology lies behind the walls or on the network. There may be speakers and wiring for audio and video, lighting control systems with keypads instead of switches, thermostats and motorized window shades […]