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Hiding Technology in Your Home
By Sarah Brewster |
Technology is an essential part of our daily lives. But let’s face it, electronics aren’t always aesthetically pleasing and can quickly add clutter to a sleek and sophisticated design. Whether you’re renovating an existing space or building a new one, Mills helps clients and their design teams lessen the visual impact of technology components –…
Read More HTA Certification – 5 Benefits of Hiring an HTA Certified Professional
By Sarah Brewster |
The Home Technology Association (HTA), an independent organization that was created to help homeowners and home design and building professionals find qualified technology integration firms for their renovation and new construction projects. In order to achieve HTA certification, firms must adhere to a stringent set of standards, including a 60+point evaluation process. Mills was the…
Read More What is Video Distribution?
By Mills Technologies |
We briefly touched on video distribution in our Control System vs Multiple Apps post a couple of weeks ago. Distributed video allows a single video source, like a cable box, AppleTV, or a Blu-ray player, to be shared between multiple TVs that are connected to a video switch. Video Distribution – Some Advantages This provides…
Read More Should My Smart Home Use a Control System or Multiple Apps?
By Mills Technologies |
“Can we use apps to control our system, or do we need an integrated control system?” This question is one we are often asked by our clients and building partners. There’s no right or wrong answer. It really depends upon the goals of the homeowners, as well as the size and complexity of your overall…
Read More Lighting Control – Top Reasons Why Every Home Should It
By Mills Technologies |
Many home technologies boost convenience and safety. Others reduce energy costs. And some improve aesthetics. Lighting control is one of the few that can do all of this and more. Many homeowners who are building luxury homes purchase lighting control systems simply because they feel it is an expected feature for resale. What they fail…
Read More LED Lighting – Advancements in Technologies
By Mills Technologies |
Did You Know? Mills Offers LED Lighting and Fixtures! A recent addition to our product lineup, Mills offers an assortment of high-performance LED lighting fixtures. This includes recessed (in-ceiling), linear, and outdoor. Why did we add fixtures to our solutions? We are following the technology. Years ago, we started by providing lighting dimmers. Then, as…
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