You may have heard about the changing landscape of home automation. One minute, lights and shades are controlled with the touch of a button, and the next, our entire homes seem to be under the spell of a touchscreen, from appliances to audio-video, temperature settings, security, and energy management. But knowing or reading about technological advances is very different than living them. As Albert Einstein said, "The only source of knowledge is experience."

So, we thought we'd take this time to share what it's like to live in a Control4 smart home in Portland, OR. Get ready to be amazed!

A dedicated home theater offers you the thrill and excitement of a complete movie-house experience, but it is not always the best option. Enjoying television with the family, watching the game with friends, or catching up on world events is better in a more informal setting.

A home theater installation can combine a private cinema’s rich, detailed sound and superior image quality in a smaller, more relaxed space. Whether you want to upgrade the game room or create a specific media room, the results exceed your expectations.

Are you looking to make every show you watch in your Lake Oswego, OR home an experience? Continue reading below to learn more.

What creates a superior viewing experience in your Portland, OR home? While a great media room can inspire you to sit down and watch, if the audio-video technology cannot exceed your expectations, the experience is lacking. The right 4K TV makes all the difference.

At Encore Audio Video, we cannot stop looking at the latest offerings from Sony. The company, known for its high-end AV products, has unveiled new features and cognitive processing to its TV line. All of this means that you will get unparalleled image quality.

Keep reading to see how Sony's newest cutting-edge TV can take your smart home entertainment to the next level.

Modern technology has brought many benefits, revolutionizing how we work, play, and live. The luxury and convenience of your smart home allow you to enjoy media from around the world in the highest quality audio and video, transporting you to other worlds and dimensions. 

With all the advances connecting us to people and ideas, we can suffer from a disconnection from the natural world around us. Without regular exposure to the outside world and its cycles, our general outlook, emotions, and general well-being suffer.

Enter the design concept of biophilia. When applied by forward-thinking architects, designers, and AV integrators can make your Portland, OR home happier, healthier, and better integrated with nature. Are you looking for a better way to connect? Continue reading to learn more.