Improve the aesthetics of your home with the right outdoor lighting design
A professional outdoor lighting design can significantly improve the aesthetics of your Portland, OR home, but that’s not all it does. The outdoor lighting system can serve multiple purposes, especially during the winter and fall seasons when daylight is limited in the Northwest. Below we outline some of the benefits our clients can reap when working with us.
on Wednesday, 16 March 2022.
Posted in Outdoor Lighting Design Portland, OR, Outdoor Lighting Design
Enjoy your favorite movies in an open space with an audio-video system
Many homeowners think that it is nearly impossible to get the same high-performance sound and visuals that you get inside your home outdoors. But with the advancement of technology, many outdoor audio-video systems have been introduced that offer the same entertainment quality in your patio, pool and backyard. Read on to find out all the top benefits of having an outdoor audio-video system for your Lake Oswego, OR home.
on Monday, 07 March 2022.
Posted in Outdoor Audio-Video, Lake Oswego, OR, Outdoor Audio-Video
Bring all your technology together under one system
Home automation does a lot more than make a home luxurious. It also adds functionality to custom homes. While many companies have introduced unique systems that help homeowners automate their homes, the Control4 system remains at the top. Read on to find all the benefits of using a Control4 system in your Portland, OR, smart home.
on Tuesday, 15 February 2022.
Posted in Control4 System, Portland, OR , Control4 System
Discover How Integrating Technology Improves How You Live, Work, And Play
A smart home installation offers you the luxury and convenience of an environment personalized to how you live, work, and play. Whether it is the thrills and chills watching movies in a home theater or having your perfect temperature throughout the home, you need a certified home automation company from the start.
Instead of attempting to cobble together a system from insecure off-the-shelf devices, you deserve an integrated whole-home platform. With the team at Eighteen Group, you get a comprehensive, flexible, and scalable solution that works for you.
Are you intrigued by the possibilities for your Portland, OR home? Keep reading below to learn more.
on Thursday, 10 February 2022.
Posted in Smart Home Installation, Portland, OR, Smart Home Installation
Speed up your life with a fast and secure Internet connection
Gone are the days where everything used to be connected with trailing wires and cables; we are well into the age of wireless technology made possible due to wireless networks that provide us with a reliable internet connection. Nowadays, there is an increased focus on developing and maintaining a home network that is secure, reliable, and fast so you can manage your home effectively through home automation systems and other technologies that work on wireless networks. Take a look at how you can get some extra mileage out of your home network services in your Portland, OR, home with our easy-to-follow tips.
on Monday, 17 January 2022.
Posted in Home Network Services Portland OR , Home Network Services
Discover How Superior Imagery and Sound Elevates the Enjoyment of Movies and Music
This time of year comes with a renewed sense of family and the bonds that unite us. As daylight is in short supply and the temperatures are low, music and movies provide merriment and enjoyment. Whether you anticipate watching the big games, exploring that new live video game, or filling your rooms with songs that make us all sing, a premier audio video installation elevates the experience.
Now is the best time to upgrade your existing system, explore options for 4K and 8K monitors, add multidimensional sound, or start planning for outdoor entertaining in the spring. Our dedicated staff is passionate about furnishing you with the ultimate in multimedia for your Happy Valley, OR home.
Are you looking for audio and video that matches your luxury lifestyle? Then continue reading below to discover what is possible.
on Friday, 07 January 2022.
Posted in Audio/Video Installation, Audio Video Installation Happy Valley, OR
Secure Your Home OnAll Fronts With The Best Cameras
A plethora of different camera options are available in the market that have so much to offer when it comes to security. They each have various features to offer that you can use to enhance the security of your home, whether they're placed indoors or outdoors. Let's take a look at some surveillance camera options that you can introduce in your Portland, OR home to enhance your home security system.
on Monday, 13 December 2021.
Posted in Home Security System Portland, OR, Home Security System
Enjoy A Brighter Home With LED Lighting
Effective lighting can be the source of life in your home as it can elevate moods and facilitate everyday tasks, which is why it is important to do your research before you select the lighting solution for your home in the Lake Oswego, OR area. In this article, we will be taking a closer look at LED lighting, which has taken the lighting industry by storm and replaced conventional light bulbs in most home homes. If you're still not convinced, we'll give you a few reasons to make the switch.
on Monday, 06 December 2021.
Posted in LED lighting, Lake Oswego, OR , LED Lighting
Together, Lutron and Control4 Create the Perfect Ambiance and Ease of Living
Have you been considering a smart home lighting installation in Lake Oswego, OR? While some homeowners simply want to experience the ease of controlling all the lights from their kitchen chair or living room couch, home lighting automation offers much more than simple convenience.
Ambiance, beauty, energy efficiency, and well-being are all byproducts of smart lighting. Let's delve into these benefits and how this lighting is changing homeowners' lives.
on Monday, 08 November 2021.
Posted in Home Lighting Installation Lake Oswego OR, Home Lighting Installation
Bring Your Home to Life, Manage Your Moods, And Spark Creativity With A System That Inspires Indoors And Out
No other art form moves us the way music does. The rhythm, beat, and melodies influence emotions, change perspectives and instill a vibrancy to the moment.
The simple act of listening is a powerful form of magic; research shows that music stimulates all areas of the brain. For example, it enables the production of serotonin- the hormone associated with happiness and pleasure and increases creativity.
Modern streaming technologies give you unprecedented access to any genre of music from anywhere in the world. Whether you are relaxing to the classic compositions of Kaija Saariaho or kicking back with something more contemporary, a sound system should deliver sound reproduction of the highest quality. A home audio installation offers the ability to have different music to each room in the house, outdoors or throughout the entire house.
Are you looking for the experience of full, resonant sound in your Happy Valley, OR, smart home? Continue reading below to find out more.
on Monday, 08 November 2021.
Posted in Home Audio Installation Happy Valley, OR , Home Audio Installation
Discover why Lake Oswego, Oregon residents are upgrading their homes with customizable smart technology
Smart home automation does more than just make it easier to access music, movies, and games: it adds a great deal of convenience to your daily tasks. Press a button or use a simple voice command to close the shades, turn lights on or off, and so much more. Your smart home automation system can be customized to suit the way you live. Using the Control4 system, you can connect your system to just about any appliance in your home.
on Wednesday, 20 October 2021.
Posted in Smart Home Automation Lake Oswego, OR, Smart Home Automation
An LED Lighting Installation Transforms the Spaces You Live In
The light in your home is the single largest influencer of your senses and psychology, from affecting your health and focus, to your feelings of security and comfort. Without proper illumination and comfortable temperatures, all of your other luxuries and entertainment are diminished.
An LED lighting installation transforms the spaces you live in, creating ambiance, setting the mood, or enabling you to better work and play. Whether you brighten up the kitchen or bring some theatrical drama to outdoor entertaining, lighting changes how you see the world.
Are you looking for an alternative to traditional fixtures for your Portland, OR home? Continue reading below to find out more.
on Monday, 11 October 2021.
Posted in LED Lighting Installation, Portland, OR, LED Lighting Installation
Wi-Fi Helps Build a Reliable and Fast Home Network
Today’s homes are smart and connected. In 2021, it’s estimated that there are an average of 25 connected devices for every home in the U.S., and these connected devices rely on a solid internet connection to function. Without this, delays, lags, slow downloads, and dead zones become a frustrating everyday occurrence.
Let’s look a why wireless home network services are so important to your home in Happy Valley, OR, and the simple solutions that ensure fast and reliable coverage.
on Tuesday, 21 September 2021.
Posted in Home Network Services Happy Valley OR , Home Network Services
Learn How Smart Home Solutions Add Luxury And Convenience With Advanced Interfaces
If you are looking to add smart home technology to your Portland, OR home, you want a premier system known for innovation and intuitive interfaces. The way you interact with devices is paramount, determining your satisfaction with how your home operates.
Control4, one of the most reliable and popular control systems, is recognized for making technology fit your lifestyle. The company starts with the idea that the system should not be the focus of your home but complement it.
Whether it is lighting that promotes wellness and balance or whole-home automation that anticipates the needs of your home and how you live in it, Control4 makes it yours. Continue reading to learn how a Control4 system exceeds your expectations.
on Monday, 13 September 2021.
Posted in Control4 System, Portland, OR , Control4 System
Improve Lighting, Enhance Any Room and Reduce Energy Costs
A room without window treatments feels bare and unwelcoming. Shades add the finishing touches conveying ambiance, style, and even a sense of elegance.
Motorized shades offer you more than fashion for your home; their functional benefits save on energy costs, improve your lighting and add to your privacy. In addition, as part of a whole-home automation system, shades allow your home to maintain balance without your intervention.
Are you looking to add sophistication and savings to your Portland, OR, smart home? Continue reading below to learn more.
on Friday, 20 August 2021.
Posted in Motorized Shades, Portland, OR , Motorized Shades