Vanessa Zitzmann Vanessa Zitzmann

Cinematic Sound and Simple Control in a Brooklyn Home

A Brooklyn residence faced limited wiring that seemed to rule out luxury audio and video. Home Technology Experts brought in Bang & Olufsen to create a system that delivered cinematic performance and simple control without opening walls. This project shows how the right expertise and products can turn limitations into opportunities.

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Alex Karoussos Alex Karoussos

The Real Value Hidden in an AV Proposal

Labor in an AV proposal is more than installation. It covers design, project management, skilled technicians, and 24/7 support that keep your home technology reliable. Learn why investing in labor protects your system, your investment, and your peace of mind.

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Alex Karoussos Alex Karoussos

Exploring Lutron’s Lumaris & Rania Upgrades

Lutron’s Lumaris and Rania lighting bring elegance and control to any space. From tunable white downlights to slim architectural fixtures and retrofit options, these solutions make it simple to upgrade with natural light quality and seamless integration. Perfect for remodels or new builds, they blend design and performance into everyday living.

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Vanessa Zitzmann Vanessa Zitzmann

Modular Home Transformed with Design and Technology

In Watermill, a modular home became the foundation for something extraordinary. With Home Technology Experts and Hamptons Lighting Design, the residence was transformed through sophisticated lighting and discreet smart technology, creating a home that feels modern, elegant, and effortless.

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Vanessa Zitzmann Vanessa Zitzmann

A Spec Home Reimagined in Amagansett with Seamless Luxury

Home Technology Experts transformed an 8,800 sq. ft. Amagansett spec home into a seamless smart retreat. With no pre-wire and finished interiors intact, the project delivered a media room, outdoor AV, blackout shades, warm-dim lighting, discreet surveillance, and reliable access control. The result is luxury technology integration without invasive construction.

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Client Resources, Market Research Alex Karoussos Client Resources, Market Research Alex Karoussos

What is the price per foot for Home Technology in 2025?

Luxury home technology has become an expectation. This 2025 guide benchmarks smart home costs per square foot and per unit in New York City, the Hamptons, Miami, Los Angeles, and Aspen. From lighting control to shades and automation, learn how budgets translate into seamless living and how HTE turns numbers into lifestyle results.

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Starlink, Networking Alex Karoussos Starlink, Networking Alex Karoussos

Search Is Back! Why the New Sonos-Control4 Driver Is a Game Changer

After seven long years without true in-panel music browsing, Sonos Search has finally returned to Control4. Discover how a new, fully certified driver restores instant access to every playlist, album, and artist—right from your touch screen—and why Home Technology Experts is gearing up to upgrade systems across the Hamptons and NYC.

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Vanessa Zitzmann Vanessa Zitzmann

A Smarter Smart Home Designed for How You Actually Live

This 12,000 sq. ft. Boston residence showcases what happens when smart home technology is designed to enhance daily living, not complicate it. Home Technology Experts delivered a seamless integration of Lutron lighting and shading, Control4 automation, and high-performance AV—creating a home that’s beautiful, intuitive, and built to evolve.

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Vanessa Zitzmann Vanessa Zitzmann

Smart Shades Do More Than Block the Sun

Discover how different shade fabrics impact privacy, light control, and comfort in your smart home. Learn the difference between sheer, translucent, and blackout materials—and why choosing the right one is key to beautiful, functional, smart window treatments.

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Vanessa Zitzmann Vanessa Zitzmann

Countdown to Summer Series Week 3: Smart Lighting for Endless Summer Evenings

Summer evenings in the Hamptons are made for unforgettable moments—dining outdoors, entertaining by the pool, or simply unwinding under the stars. With smart lighting, your home transitions effortlessly from day to night, setting the perfect mood every time. It’s not just beautiful—it’s intentional, secure, and built for the way you live.

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Alex Karoussos Alex Karoussos

Luxury Home Technology Pricing and Trends (2024–2025)

Luxury residential projects in markets like the Hamptons, Manhattan, Miami, Los Angeles, and Aspen continue to drive demand for cutting-edge home technology. This report presents current pricing benchmarks—organized by square foot or unit—for key categories across these high-end markets. It also explores emerging client preferences, platform trends, cost drivers, and new innovations shaping the industry.

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Alex Karoussos Alex Karoussos

Best Practices in High‑End Residential Lighting Control Systems Pt. 1: Centralized vs. Decentralized Lighting Systems

High-end homes often use advanced lighting control systems that can manage dozens or even hundreds of light circuits. This research by Home Technology Experts explores how to program centralized vs. decentralized lighting systems, the evolution of lighting keypads from crowded multi-button panels to sleek modern designs, and the trade-offs between aesthetics and functionality.

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