Smart Home Integration for Luxury Estates
Building tomorrow's technology into today's luxury home. Premium automation systems seamlessly integrated during construction.
Core Smart Home Systems
The building blocks of a comprehensive luxury smart home, integrated during construction for seamless operation.
Lighting Control
Automated lighting scenes, circadian tuning, landscape lighting control
- One-touch scenes for any occasion
- Automated schedules and astronomical timers
- Circadian rhythm lighting for wellness
$30,000 - $150,000+
Climate Control
Zoned HVAC, radiant floor heating, pool/spa temperature management
- Room-by-room temperature control
- Occupancy-based automation
- Humidity management
$15,000 - $75,000+
Audio/Video
Distributed audio, dedicated theaters, outdoor entertainment systems
- Invisible speakers and subwoofers
- 4K/8K video distribution
- Dedicated home theaters
$50,000 - $500,000+
Security & Access
Surveillance, access control, alarm monitoring, video intercom
- HD surveillance with AI analytics
- Biometric and mobile access
- Video doorbell and intercom
$25,000 - $200,000+
Motorized Shades
Automated window treatments, exterior screens, privacy control
- Silent motors and tracks
- Astronomical scheduling
- Sun tracking for glare control
$40,000 - $200,000+
Network Infrastructure
Enterprise-grade networking, whole-home WiFi, equipment rooms
- Commercial-grade routers and switches
- Seamless WiFi coverage
- Dedicated VLANs for IoT
$20,000 - $100,000+
Premium Control Platforms
The central brain of your smart home. Choosing the right platform is a critical decision.
Crestron Home
Ultra-premium, bespoke systemsUnlimited customization, commercial-grade reliability, enterprise support
Highest cost, requires certified dealer/programmer
Large estates, clients wanting ultimate performance
$100,000 - $500,000+
Savant
Luxury with Apple-like experienceElegant interface, strong AV heritage, excellent reliability
Premium pricing, dealer-only installation
Design-conscious clients, entertainment-focused homes
$75,000 - $350,000+
Control4
Premium smart home, accessible luxuryWide product compatibility, strong dealer network, good value
Less customizable than Crestron/Savant
New construction, clients wanting proven platform
$50,000 - $200,000+
Lutron RadioRA 3
Lighting-centric controlBest-in-class lighting, excellent reliability, simpler integration
Limited to lighting/shades; needs partner for full automation
Lighting-focused projects, retrofit applications
$30,000 - $150,000
Infrastructure Built During Construction
The foundation of any great smart home is proper infrastructure installed during construction—not added later.
Dedicated Equipment Room
Climate-controlled space for network, AV, and automation equipment
100-300 SF, dedicated HVAC, proper ventilation, secure access
Equipment reliability, service access, noise isolation
Structured Wiring
CAT6A/fiber to every room, dedicated AV pathways
Home runs to rack, 2+ data drops per room, separate AV conduit
Future-proofing, system performance, expansion capability
Electrical Planning
Dedicated circuits for AV, proper outlet placement, dimmer compatibility
Isolated ground circuits, sufficient breaker capacity, UPS provisions
Clean power, equipment protection, code compliance
Conduit & Pathways
Routes for current and future cabling needs
1.5" minimum conduit, junction boxes at key points, outdoor rated where needed
Retrofit capability, clean installation, maintenance access
Wireless Access Point Locations
Pre-planned WiFi coverage with ceiling-mounted APs
AP every 1,500 SF, ceiling mounting preferred, PoE power
Seamless coverage, aesthetic installation, expandability
Integration Timeline
When smart home work happens during the construction process.
Technology Discovery
Before/During Schematic Design
- Client lifestyle assessment
- System scope definition
- Budget development
- Integrator selection
Technology scope document
Infrastructure Design
Design Development
- Equipment room planning
- Structured wiring design
- Conduit routing
- Electrical coordination
Technology construction drawings
Rough-In
Framing/Pre-Drywall
- Conduit installation
- Low-voltage wiring
- Speaker rough-in
- Back box placement
Wiring inspection
Trim-Out
After Paint/Before Flooring
- Device installation
- Speaker/display mounting
- Equipment rack buildout
- Initial programming
System functionality
Commissioning
Final Weeks
- Scene programming
- Client training
- Documentation
- Punch list completion
Client sign-off
Frequently Asked Questions
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