Grovenor House is located at 2627 S. Bayshore Drive, within walking distance to The Fresh Market and Marinas:

This unit features a private elevator lobby, 9′ ceilings, and a 379 s/f balcony that showcases panoramic bay views. Here’s a quick look at that amazing view:

It is a roomy two bedroom, two bath, with an additional powder room. The hardwood floors are immaculate, and the Snaidero kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances:

The bathrooms are beautifully done in tasteful marble:

Even with all of these features, our favorite was the roomy balcony overlooking the bay and marinas:

The unit is a blank slate for your own personal touch, and is the perfect layout for the hottest Smart Home technology.

To learn more about this unit, or to schedule an appointment to view it, you can visit the listing page here:

http://www.grovenorhouse1506.com/

Smart Glass is a favorite for Boardrooms, Saunas/Bath, and Room Dividers, as seen below.

When the electrical supply for the glass switched on, the glass is clear:

When the power is switched off the liquid crystal molecules in the glass are randomly arranged, making the glass opaque & private:

Smart Glass can be used in any room in your home or office, and is activated at the touch of a button. Smart Glass is easily integrated into your favorite control system.

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If you haven’t read Part One, where we tour the residence, you can do so HERE.

There are many different products you can use as the “brain” in your Intelligent Home. Its important to hire a company you trust to make sure you have the right system for you and your budget.

The system we used here, on the Continuum project, was Crestron. Creston is definitely on the high end of home control, and may not fit into everyone’s budget. However, in recent years, Crestron has made a few advances in creating more affordable products.

Luckily, budget wasn’t a concern for this particular client. They wanted to be able to tie all of their home together:

• Lighting
• Climate Control
• Motorized Window Treatments
• Security & Surveillance
• Audio & Video

They also had some interesting designer touches they wanted to be able to control, such as an automated in-ceiling projector, and screen:

And a custom LED lighted wall, with a motorized privacy curtain:

All of these systems and separate technologies are programmed and connected to the Crestron “brain”. Now the homeowners can control everything from several locations in the home, and even remotely from anywhere in the world.

Within the home, the system is controlled via Touch Panels, like this one:

The touch panel above can either be used in-wall, where it charges, or be removed for portability. There are also several keypads throughout the house, like the one shown below the touch panel. The system can also be controlled via iPad & iPhone, for the ultimate in portable convenience.

This particular property is owned by a very generous individual, who allows it to be used by extended family, friends, and clients. This means the system has to be easy to use, and pretty self explanatory.

Now that we’re familiar with the equipment, and how to control it, lets move on to what it can do, next time in Part 3.

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Do you want to build a fully dedicated Theater Room? Or maybe you’d like to transform your Family Room, or Master Suite into a theater experience? Our experts will work with you to choose the right equipment and design, and then work within your budget to make your vision come to life.

We have the resources and know-how to get you from where you are now to where you want to be.

You can count on IntelligentDesign for the finest in design, comfort, technology, and convenience. We cover all facets of your project, from build to decor. Seating, lighting, woodwork, wall treatments, flooring, ceiling, and curtains are just a few areas where we can provide a special touch to give you the theater of your dreams.

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We make it possible for virtually any device or appliance in your home to communicate with each other, Intelligently. Lights, Thermostat, Drapes, Door Locks, even Outlets, all programmable, and controllable, no matter where you are.

Once we have your system in place, we will customize it to your lifestyle, working with you to focus on your priorities.

We’ll start with the basics, for example, your outside lights coming on at sunset, and turning off at sunrise. Then you let us know what other lighting scenarios you want, such as a “goodnight” button that turns off all lights; Or an alarm scenario that turns on all the lights in the house if your alarm gets tripped.

Tell us how your life could be easier, and we’ll teach your system how to help you out.

Would you like to receive an email when your housekeeper arrives and enters her code in your SmartLock? Or when your kids get home from school? No more worrying about lights left on, or the garage door left open. Not only will your system alert you, you’ll be able to shut off a light or close your garage door from wherever you are.

There’s really no end to the possibilities. Below are just a few of the things that can be a part of your Intelligent Home, and customized to your lifestyle.

• Lighting Control
• Climate Control
• Security & Surveillance
• Outdoor & Poolside Entertainment
• Home Theater
• Music & Movies
• Motorized Window Treatments
• Automated Lifts

Give us a call, lets talk about your Intelligent Home: 305-652-1138

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