Add a Soundtrack to Your Outdoor Entertainment

Spring is in the air in Virginia, and it’s a great time to spend more time outdoors. Whether you’ve got a pool, outdoor kitchen, patios, extensive landscaping, or all the above, the mid-Atlantic spring is a great time to enjoy your outdoor amenities before the height of summer heat.

What could be better than your outdoor spaces? Your outdoor spaces in Henrico with a soundtrack provided by a custom outdoor speaker system. Keep reading below to learn about speaker options to blanket every part of your outdoor spaces with beautiful sound.

Partner with Sound + Image and Control4 to Make Your Projects Stand Out 

If you are a realtor, architect, or builder in Henrico, VA, you know that the housing market is entirely linked to the location of the property but there are things you can do to make your projects stand out. Possessing an "extra benefit" on the property makes the home sell almost on its own, with many buyers bidding on it simply because it has those advantages that other properties don't have. 

But what benefits are they looking for in these properties? Read on to learn four basic things people look for when buying or remodeling a property and how we work with Control4 home automation to achieve them.

Design Your Outdoor Ambiance with Lighting and Audio

With spring just around the corner in Virginia, thoughts turn to spending more time outdoors. We might be a couple of weeks away from seeing cherry blossoms in Richmond, but it’s also time to get the outdoor spaces ready for the warmer seasons. 

While you’re planning the sprucing up of your patio and landscaping in preparation for spring, it’s also a great time to add another dimension to your outdoor living design. Few things create more ambiance or set a vibe more than lighting and music. Keep reading to see how to add powerful, rich audio and beautiful lighting to your outdoor spaces with best-in-class products from Coastal Source.

Improve your profit margins with smart home automation

Custom builders, architects and interior designers are always looking for ideas that yield a high return on investment and make them stand out from competitors. The luxury market is highly competitive in Richmond, VA, so how can you set yourself apart and increase profits? By integrating home automation in you projects.

Smart home automation features allow users to control technology such as lights, shades, audio systems, and more via smart devices or voice control. Some systems offer remote access, so users have access to their homes no matter where they are. Plus, based on the habits of residents, smart devices can also adapt to their preferences. While these are all great for homeowners, they can also benefit builders who make these standard in their projects.

Read on to find out why home automation is a smart investment.

Save Money & Energy with a Whole-Home Lutron System

Note: This blog was originally published in January 2022 and was updated in August 2024 with more current information.

Are you tired of forgetting to switch off the lights and paying more on your energy bills? Well, Lutron’s smart home lighting systems are an all-in-one solution for your entire property.

Lutron offers innovative lighting control systems that help you save money while enhancing your everyday comfort. If you’re still using regular light bulbs and manual on/off switches in your Richmond, VA, home, here’s what you’ll gain with a Lutron lighting system.