If you’re currently using Control4 OS 3 in your home, you’ve likely come to appreciate its intuitive interface and handy control of lights, climate, security, and entertainment. But OS 3 debuted in 2019. If that’s the last time you upgraded, you’re missing out on Control4’s new X4 interface. With X4, the bar for smart home convenience and customization just got much higher.
So what’s new, and why should you consider upgrading?
Life in Northern Nevada offers breathtaking views, and, unfortunately, growing concerns about property crime. Homeowners in the Reno area are becoming more proactive about securing their spaces, and while alarm systems and surveillance cameras often top the must-have list, there's another tool worth considering: motorized shades.
Of course, automated window treatments offer convenience and style, but they also play a strategic role in privacy and protection. By integrating these stylish smart home solutions into your security plan, you gain an intuitive layer of defense that fits effortlessly into your day-to-day life. Keep reading to learn more.
Low-voltage wiring was once mainly associated with security alarms and basic intercom systems. Today, it's become the backbone of modern home living, powering everything from lighting control and whole-home audio to smart thermostats and integrated security cameras. This specialized infrastructure carries data, control signals, and intelligence throughout your house—separate from the standard electrical power that runs your appliances.
While your outlets depend on high-voltage electricity, your smart home's brain operates on an entirely different system. Understanding this hidden network of low-voltage wiring can mean the difference between a home that works beautifully for decades and one that needs constant troubleshooting.
Outdoor lighting belongs in the first draft of a design plan, not the final walkthrough. In our local high desert landscape, homeowners regularly gather outside to unwind, entertain, and take in the scenery.
Lighting plays an essential role in extending those moments into the evening hours. Strategic illumination supports aesthetics, usability, and security, and with intelligent control, these benefits are fully realized when integrated at the earliest design stage.
Our team partners with architects, builders, and designers to craft stunning Nevada homes. Learn how we use lighting to help your clients enjoy their dream homes.
