With social distancing in place, you are spending more time at home than ever. Going outside during this time will have a positive effect on both your physical and mental health. With an outdoor entertainment system, you’ll have your own personal oasis in your backyard. Below we outline the components you need to consider when installing an outdoor entertainment system. From a durable outdoor speaker system to an ultra-bright display, here are the best options for your Buffalo, NY home.
There are a lot of ways to keep your family entertained while staying home to protect their health—and that of your community. During the next few months, it will be tempting to stay cooped up inside all the time while finding a release in your favorite music, TV shows or movies.
Torn between a leisurely evening on the patio and watching the latest Hollywood blockbuster? Caught between getting a breath of fresh air and catching the latest Netflix release?
Outside or inside—a conundrum that has existed since the invention of the television and one that has only gotten more difficult with many forms of outdoor entertainment limited
You no longer have to choose. Bring these two fantastic entertainment settings together with a high-performance outdoor entertainment system that helps your family have much needed fun outside of the house
It's time to extend your entertainment beyond the four walls of your Clarence, NY home.
Likely, your network is facing its biggest responsibility yet as families pivot to working, learning, and entertaining at home. Before, your network had to deal with the task of managing communications between smart home, security, and AV components. Now on top of that already heavy burden, your network needs to be prepared for video conferences, VPN requirements, and a much more consistent workload during your normal office hours.
We want to make sure that as you transition to working from home, you and your family have the right environment to thrive. Our latest blog showcases three key home network setup components that will give you the ultimate peace of mind when it comes to security and reliability in your Buffalo, NY home.
As businesses close throughout the country to aid in social distancing and halting the spread of COVID-19, we have been designated by the government as an essential business that may remain open to support our community during this time. That being said, we’re not conducting business as usual. Your safety is greatly important to us, which is why we’ve implemented special steps to protect clients and staff during the COVID-19 outbreak in the US.
Technology integrators have been labeled an essential business by the Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) in large part since we’re vital to homeowners setting up home offices and learning environments. Integrators are also recognized for their role in keeping a strong networking infrastructure throughout the country as other essential organizations also need support during this challenging time.
During this critical period, we are committed to helping our clients stay connected, support remote learning for the nation’s children, and protect our clients’ properties and families.
Though networking and communications infrastructure are the primary reasons for our essential business designation, we will also be available for any service, support, and installation of vital home technology systems including security, surveillance, lighting control, entertainment, and more. A strong network is essential for much of the country right now, and we are here to support your needs.
While the DHS has provided these general recommendations, it is still up to the states to set their own regulations and restrictions. Governor Cuomo has declared a “State on Pause” status in New York, forcing most non-essential businesses to close. As an essential business Sound and Theater will remain open with some restrictions (like office personnel working from home).
Don't limit your home audio experience to just one room in your home. Whole-home audio systems will take your home media experience to the next level by allowing you to listen to your favorite music no matter where you are in your home. Listen to the same song throughout your property or enjoy different songs in every room. Learn three ways that you can enjoy audio throughout your Buffalo, NY home with a whole-home audio system.
Smart homes and Internet of Things (IoT) devices have taken the world by storm with a forecasted 63 million American homes adopting smart devices by 2022. Often, a single smart device serves as an entry product to more robust, connected smart systems that work seamlessly together.
There are many different smart home systems you can incorporate into your Orchard Park, NY home, including smart home lighting, motorized shades, and a full-fledged Control4 control system.
Keep reading to learn how these smart systems can go beyond increasing your comfort and convenience and actually serve to increase the value of your home.
We’ve previously discussed several of the perks commercial automation can bring to your business’ conference rooms, such as improved meeting efficiency, lower energy costs, and improved employee collaboration.
Another innovative technology solution that you can bring to your Buffalo, NY business is audio video distribution. Whether you’re in a traditional office setting, a restaurant, or a retail store, audio video distribution makes it possible to share information effectively and create a better ambiance for customers and staff. Keep reading to learn how!
The Consumer Technology Association’s annual Consumer Electronics Show was in Las Vegas once again this year, and it debuted new devices and technologies that will become available for your New York smart home this year. From the slightly absurd to technical genius, CES 2020 is always a trade show full of innovation and excitement in the entertainment capital of the world. Last year, the Impossible Burger debuted – a technological food innovation – and Sony and Samsung both debuted 98-inch 8K upscaling TVs.
So, what new smart devices or trends did CES 2020 debut that you could incorporate into your own home automation system? Keep reading to learn about a few of the new offerings that will soon become available to your Ellicottville, NY smart home.
The windows throughout your home let in beautiful natural light, provide spacious views of the outdoors, and add style to your spaces. However, they also contribute to roughly 30% of your home’s heat loss, which is bad news during cold seasons in Buffalo, NY.
With the right window treatments, paired with strategic operation, you can keep a warmer home this winter without wreaking havoc on your heating system. Read on to learn the energy efficiency of three popular window treatment solutions: drapes, blinds, and motorized shades.
Mention the term high-performance audio to different people, and it might mean several different things. Audio is a topic that tends to be full of commonly accepted myths as well. Let's dispel one of them right away - you don't necessarily have to spend heaps of money to get high-quality sound. However, should you want the best of the best, the opportunity is there to spend significant sums – but the decision is yours based on your goals.
If you´re looking to elevate your sound quality in Amherst, NY, read the Q & A below to get better educated about your high-performance audio options.
Home theater systems are increasingly popular in Amherst, NY; offering the quality experience of a cinema within the convenience of your own home. While it may seem like a big project to take on, working with a professional installer will make the process headache-free.
How does a professional make your home theater project easier? Read on to find out.
Meetings are unavoidable for employees all over the world. However, according to a 2017 Harvard Business Review survey,71% of surveyed senior managers claimed that meetings are unproductive and inefficient. Additionally, 62% said their meetings miss opportunities to bring teams closer together.
As a business manager, you understand the importance of meetings. But if you and your staff aren’t seeing productive results, it’s time to make some changes. The first place we suggest you start is with your conference room design.
Below are three design trends to implement in your Williamsville, NY workplace that can help you start the New Year right with more productive meetings and a better engaged team.
The holiday season has begun, bringing with it a long list of things to do, parties to attend, items to buy, and people to see. No matter which holiday you celebrate this season, a smart home automation system like Control4 can help make it a little less stressful and a little more fun.
When all your home technology is connected into one simple-to-use system, it helps take away daily stresses to make life in your Amherst, NY home more comfortable and convenient—especially during the hustle and bustle of the holidays.
Below, learn three ways Control4 can help you prepare this year, and check out the corresponding Control4 tutorial videos!
When searching for the perfect home audio system, there’s a lot to be considered. Online research and guidance from credible sources are helpful for finding a solution that best fits your needs, but we believe there’s an even better way to envision your dream audio system: experiencing it for yourself.
That’s why we’ve proudly partnered with a select number of the most reputable manufacturers and integrators to create a state-of-the-art showroom and design center to showcase the possibilities of high-caliber home audio solutions for homeowners across Buffalo and the larger New York area.
Whether for your home theater, dedicated listening room, or whole home, the audio experience you wish for is here for you to see, hear, and feel. Learn more about what to expect when you visit the Rochester showroom below.
Ranking the benefits of upgrading your home with automated window treatments isn’t easy as this smart solution has much to offer, but one benefit that seems to unite nearly every motorized shades owner in the Clarence, New York area is convenience.
The ability to automate a repetitive task, such as lifting and lowering your window treatments at the touch of a button, saves you time during the day and eliminates the frustration of finicky cords and strings. But convenience is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the benefits of utilizing motorized shades in your home. Read on to learn four more ways this smart solution can add to your lifestyle.
Our team at Sound & Theater is always searching for innovative solutions to help our New York clients live better. Busy family lives and long work hours can make sticking to consistent health routines a challenge, so why not turn to technology to help?
With human-centric lighting from Ketra, bring the power of personalized natural light to your home at just the touch of a finger. This tunable lighting solution simulates the sun’s natural light patterns, which regulate essential hormones in our bodies that help us sleep better at night and stay active during the day.
Take the first step toward better living with Ketra residential lighting control for your Amherst home. Keep reading to learn more.
Another year of the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) Expo has come and gone, showcasing a wide variety of innovative products in audio and video, security, smart home systems, and more.
Despite the sheer amount of technology on display during the three-day tradeshow, we were particularly impressed with the latest innovations in big-screen entertainment for residential environments. Today’s solutions from leading brands like Epson, Sony, and Samsung are making it easier than ever to bring the immersive cinematic experience to just about any room in your home.
Below, we´ll highlight a few of the top-tier display solutions showcased at CEDIA that you should consider incorporating into the next media room or home theater installation in your Clarence, NY home.
If you’re in the market to upgrade your home’s entertainment system, you may have heard the terms media room and home theater floating around. While these spaces are similar, you can think of a home theater as a private cinema and a media room as a sociably designed space in your Buffalo, NY-area home.
However you choose to design your home, Sound and Theater can consult with you before you buy any equipment or furnishings. We take enormous pride in our customer service and technical skills, have served the area since 2001, and will consider your family’s entertainment needs to provide a home theater or media room design that will last you well into the future.
Keep reading our blog to learn which home entertainment configuration is best for you and why.
If you’re looking for a smart home solution that better helps protect your property, streamlines your everyday routines, and adds beauty to your spaces, then a residential lighting control system from Control4 is a perfect place to start.
In this blog, we’ll explore the power of using one-touch lighting scenes with Control4 as well as provide some helpful tutorial videos that will guide you in creating and editing your own scenes throughout your Buffalo, NY home. Find all the details below.
When you picture your dream home theater, what do you see? Maybe it’s a private, isolated space that’s been precisely designed and engineered to simulate the nearby cinema. Or perhaps you picture a more open, multi-purpose room with a large TV display and relaxed seating. Whatever your vision, our team of home theater installation professionals can help make it a reality.
For nearly two decades, Sound & Theater has taken pride in designing and installing first-class home theaters for luxury homeowners in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding areas. Each is custom-tailored to meet the needs of our unique clients, and we can do the same for you. Keep reading to learn more about our home theater installation services and the benefits of working with a professional.
