AV and Home Automation Project

Overview

A private client sought to transform their traditional farmhouse, located between Oxford and London, into a modern smart home. The goal was to integrate advanced audiovisual (AV) systems and home automation technology to enhance their living experience. The project aimed to provide seamless control over various home functions, high-quality audio and video entertainment, and robust networking throughout the property.

Facts:

Property Location: Oxford and London

Client Type: Private Client

Budget £100,000

Launch Date: March 31, 2023

Initial
Consultation and
Assessment

Met with the client to understand their needs, preferences, and lifestyle.

Conducted a detailed site survey of the farmhouse to assess existing infrastructure and determine integration possibilities.

Design
and Planning

Developed a comprehensive AV and home automation system plan tailored to the client's requirements.

Created schematics and layouts for equipment placement, wiring, and network setup.

Coordinated with interior designers to ensure aesthetic integration of technology.

Pre-Installation
Preparation

Procured all necessary equipment, including Loewe klang speakers, Sony BRAVIA TVs, Araknis and Ruckus networking devices, Control4 home automation systems, and HDAnywhere video distribution units.

Prepared the site for installation, including any necessary structural modifications and cabling.

Installation

Installed Loewe klang speakers in key areas for superior audio quality.

Mounted Sony BRAVIA TVs in the living room, bedrooms, and entertainment areas.

Set up Araknis and Ruckus networking equipment to ensure robust and reliable Wi-Fi coverage throughout the property.

Integrated Control4 home automation technology to provide seamless control over lighting, heating, security, and entertainment systems.

Implemented HDAnywhere video distribution to enable centralized control and distribution of video content across multiple rooms.

System
Integration and
Testing

Configured the Control4 system to synchronize all smart devices and AV equipment.

Conducted thorough testing of the entire setup to ensure everything operated smoothly and reliably.

Made necessary adjustments based on performance and client feedback.

Client
Training and
Handover

Provided comprehensive training to the client on using the Control4 system and other integrated technologies.

Delivered detailed documentation, including user manuals and system configurations.

Offered ongoing support and maintenance options to ensure long-term satisfaction and system performance.

Technologies

Audio: Loewe klang speakers

Video: Sony BRAVIA TVs

Networking: Araknis and Ruckus equipment

Home Automation: Control4 technology

Video Distribution: HDAnywhere systems