Building a new home or taking on a major renovation requires assistance from several specialists: architects, builders, electricians, interior designers—and low-voltage contractors.

Low-voltage contractors lay the wiring needed to support robust smart home systems. Unfortunately, these licensed professionals are often left out of the planning stages, which can result in system design issues and costly installations if you decide to add smart technology to your property later on.

If you’re planning a new build or major renovation in Los Angeles, CA, and want to incorporate technology, read on to learn why you should bring in our low-voltage contractors early in the process.

While the beauty of the Pacific Ocean can take your breath away, the harsh rays of the California sun shining into your home can bleach both furnishings and fabrics as well as harm fine artwork. Fortunately, there is a way to retain the beauty of the outdoors while protecting your home's architectural beauty and the priceless artifacts you've collected along your life's journey. 

At Vision and Sound, we partner with two world leaders in luxury motorized shades: J Geiger and Lutron. Let’s see what these premier brands can do for your home and estate in Manhattan Beach, CA. 

Lutron is an industry leader in residential lighting control, with solutions for virtually any home. From single smart dimmers to whole-home light management systems, Lutron delivers best-in-class products to help homeowners in Los Angeles, CA, and beyond improve everyday comfort and convenience.

Two notable smart lighting control systems offered by Lutron are Radio RA 2 and HomeWorks. Beyond lights, these systems can control your window shades and thermostats, too! So, how do these systems differ? Which one should you consider for your unique home? Let’s answer these questions below.

When it comes to enjoying studio-quality music at home, the speakers you buy matter. But even the best speakers need a little help with delivering an immersive musical experience in your unique home environment. Proper speaker positioning can help you get the most out of your 2-channel audio system.

If you have a cherished stereo system in your Manhattan Beach, CA home, use the following five quick tips provided by our audio experts to ensure your speakers are located where they’ll sound their best.