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SEATING

In a home theater setting, your couch or recliner probably won’t cut it. Theater seating is designed to keep you comfortable while providing the support you need to enjoy your favorite content. It shouldn’t impede sound from moving freely about the room, though the plush cushions will likely absorb echoes and help minimize reverberations.

Salamander seating is built to last and fully customizable, featuring modular designs that you and your home theater professional can configure to your specifications. Whether you want to enjoy multiple rows or a semi-circular design, your seating can fit your needs.

You can even customize your own seating, choosing from Salamander’s wide array of options, or supplying materials that fit your theater design theme and transforming them into unique furniture. With Salamander seating, your home theater will look and feel like a reflection of your personal style.

CABINETS

Of course, your components need somewhere to go, too. Salamander offers plenty of options for low-profile cabinetry that looks great and works as part of the room’s decor. They’re available in a variety of styles and finishes and designed to offer easy access to your components without dominating your space.

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SAVANT OFFERS SMART ENERGY MANAGEMENT

Savant has remained at the forefront of smart energy management technology as part of integrated technology solutions. Their partnership with Racepoint Energy has produced exclusive microgrid technology, which allows dynamic control of a custom microgrid that’s compatible with any power source, whether it’s solar, grid, or backup power.

Racepoint microgrids allow you to stay running even when the local electrical utility is temporarily down, while also giving users dynamic control over which devices and or modes are most necessary for a functioning system. You can even let your system operate automatically based on conditional logic software.

If you’re trying to go green by switching to a renewable energy source, or you’re concerned with regulating your energy consumption, Savant can help you achieve your goals.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT FOR LIGHT CONTROL

One of the best places to start your energy management journey is with your lighting control system, and nobody knows that better than Savant. Their lighting and energy control modules will help you reduce energy consumption when partnered with fixtures from USAI Lighting, so you’ll have a system that operates efficiently while delivering modern convenience. As Savant CEO Bob Madonna said:

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HISTORY

If you’re building a smart home system, you want to work with someone who has a bit of history in the field. Not only does it indicate that they’ve completed satisfactory jobs in the past, but they also come to you with experience. A local professional is more likely to understand the needs of local residents. They can help suggest ideas that your neighbors are already enjoying, while still listening to you. Together, you’ll build the system of your dreams.

For more than 20 years, Echo Workshop has been serving the greater Houston area with AV and integrated technology solutions. We’ve seen devices and manufacturers come and go, and our experience has helped us partner with reliable companies that will take your home to the next level. And we have a proven record of collaborating with other local professionals like designers, architects, and builders for the best installation experience.

EXPERTISE

Any company you work with should be an expert in the field of technology. Of course, that may be hard to determine -- especially if you don’t know much about it yourself. Remember, you’re not looking for an expert on every manufacturer. You’re looking for an expert on the manufacturers and devices that can fit your needs. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. After all, it's your home system, and a good integrator wants it to be a practical part of your everyday life.

We partner with best-in-class manufacturers to provide you with the best and most versatile solutions. Our Tutorials page will show you how you can take advantage of your systems quickly and efficiently while providing you with easy-to-understand instructional videos. 

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WHY SHADES ARE ESSENTIAL

During the winter, window shades are essential. They help keep the heat in your home rather than escaping through the windows. Most of the heat in your space will leave the room through the thin pane of glass, and by covering them, you can prevent most of the heat loss.

But, of course, you probably have shades or blinds on your windows. They do more than just look good. They help add privacy, enhance security, manage light, and regulate your room’s temperature.

HOW MOTORIZATION HELPS

Motorizations means your shades move without you drawing them. With just a touch of a button, they'll move up and down instantly, and in unison, so you can enjoy quick adjustments to the light and temperature regulation of the room.

And as part of a smart control system, they do it automatically. Your shades, thermostat, lights, and other connected devices automatically adjust when the room gets too cold. That means less pressure on your HVAC system, and less time spent making adjustments to your rooms.