The awards program recognizes the leaders in the surging home technology market as manufacturers implement game-changing innovations in home control, energy efficiency, connected appliances and more. We know homebuyer demand for technology is growing at a rapid rate, and innovative builders and tech companies are answering this rallying call with solutions that “wow” and work. […]
Tag: Lutron
Autonomic Integrates with Lutron for Whole-House Entertainment
Builders have a new way to offer a whole-house entertainment solution to their clients. Autonomic, maker of whole-house audio systems, can now integrate with the Lutron RadioRA 2 home lighting control system. The Autonomic music systems, already compatible with the Lutron HomeWorks QS home lighting control system, allows builders and integrators to provide new or existing clients […]
Builder Turns to Tech to Give Disabled Hero Freedom
United States Marine Corps Corporal Christian Brown led 163 combat missions as a squad leader in Afghanistan, the makings of an American hero. In December 2011, while leading his squad on a foot patrol, Christian stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED). Both his hands and arms were hurt and his legs had to be […]
For LUX Builder Guests, Tech and Family Define Their Business
Rex and Evan Bost of Bost Custom Homes are focusing on tech to deliver next-level homes to their clients. The evolution of Bost Custom Homes began three decades ago, and as the company celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, it is continuing to find ways to innovate. Bost Custom Homes president Rex Bost built his […]
Lennar Becomes First Builder to Offer Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Smart Homes
The national homebuilder is partnering with the Wi-Fi Alliance to launch its Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Home Design program. Lennar is taking the next step forward in advancing the smart home. The homebuilder announced Wednesday it is the first in the world to embrace the Wi-Fi Alliance’s Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Home Design program, which enables seamless voice control, […]
LUX Living and Lighting Control Among Highlights for “Solar Chic” Home
This green smart home was featured at the International Builders Show for its use of Lutron technology and unique design to appeal to clients who value home control and entertaining. The modern “Solar Chic” project was Hardwick General Contracting’s featured home for the NAHB’s Custom Home Tour at the International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida. […]
My First TecHome: Controlled Lighting Lessons and the Power of Choice
From lighting control to fully-automated platforms, Greg Hardwick’s custom homes have certainly evolved over the past eight years. Every home is different, of course. In custom homebuilding there are no models or specs, so the ultimate product boils down to whatever the client is looking to accomplish. In the early 2010s, one of Hardwick’s clients asked […]
Smart Home Built for Injured Soldier Features ELAN System
Core Brands teamed up with the Gary Sinise Foundation to make life more comfortable for Atlanta veteran. Some soldiers who serve their country return home to face a much different quality of life than what it was when they left. And, that’s the reality one U.S. Army veteran from Atlanta faced. Master Sgt. Cedric King […]
Tech Engineer-Turned-Leading LUX Builder Attending First Summit
Taking the advice of his Builder 20 Club colleagues, Ralph Cataldo of Cataldo Custom Builders will be taking the next step in his tech education at the TecHome Builder Summit. Sometimes, life can take a turn and put someone at an unexpected crossroads. And, the decision that person makes at that point in time can […]