3 Fun Ways To Use Smart Home Technology

Your Control4 home automation system adds convenience to your lifestyle. With just the tap of a button, you can activate a sequence of pre-programmed actions for any occasion. Smart technology doesn't have to be limited to just everyday uses. Bring fun and entertainment to your family and friends with scenes that create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation and enjoyment. Keep reading to learn three fun ways to use your smart home technology in Lake Oswego, OR.

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Enjoy Movie Night With Your Family

More homeowners are bringing the classic movie theater experience into the comfort of their homes with luxurious private home theaters. A home automation system is a must for any movie lover with a media room or dedicated home theater. Create a "Movie Night" scene that closes your Lutron motorized shades to prevent glare on the screen, lowers the temperature on your smart thermostat, locks the doors for added security, slowly dims the lights, and starts the movie, all with just a tap of a button. One of the benefits of a home theater is that you can stop and start the film as needed. When you need to take a break to grab a snack or run to the bathroom, create a "Break" scene that pauses the movie and lights vital walkways so you can quickly go to the kitchen or bathroom.

Host The Perfect Pool Party

Your Control4 system isn’t limited to the indoors. Now that summer is on the way, it is the perfect time to upgrade your backyard with outdoor audio-video technology. If you have a pool, your home automation system makes it easy to set the mood for a fun pool party. Create a "Pool Party" scene that turns on your outdoor lights to illuminate pathways and the pool, turns on your landscape audio system to your favorite playlist, and turns on your outdoor television to display what music is playing and fun pictures of your family. Effortlessly create the perfect ambiance with just the tap of a button, and make adjustments throughout the night as needed.

Take Game-Day To The Next Level

If you are a sports fan, chances are that you frequently host game day parties with your friends. Invite your fellow fans over to enjoy the game in your custom media room or even out on your patio. If you are hosting your get-together indoors, program a “Game Day” scene that lowers the shades, dims the lights, turns on the game, and turns on the air conditioner to keep you cool while you cheer. If you are interested in hosting your party on the patio so you can grill and watch the game, your scene could turn on the outside lights, start the game on your outdoor entertainment system, and open the shades so guests can mingle inside and outside the house without missing a play.

Eighteen Group is Lake Oswego’s leading Control4 dealer. If you are ready to get the most out of your smart home technology, contact us for a free consultation. To find out more, call us at (503) 515-1192 or visit us online. You can also leave a message in the chatbox at the bottom of your web browser.