SmartHouse Integration

10/02/2026

Honored to be featured on the cover of the Fall 2026 FL Suncoast issue of Home & Design Magazine! 🥂✨
Bringing a luxury modern home to life takes an incredible team effort, and we are proud to have integrated the smart home automation and technology for this stunning coastal property in Bird Key.
Massive congratulations to all of our outstanding partners who made this cover home possible:
🔹 Interior Design: Riley Interior Design
🔹 Architecture: MHK Architecture
🔹 Luxury Builder: Murray Luxury Custom Homes
🔹 Resources: Campbell Cabinetry Designs, Carefree Design Center, Gorman's Gallery Kitchen & Bath Studio, and SmartHouse Integration
📸 Photography: Blaine Johnathan Photography

09/30/2026

Sometimes a few degrees make an enormous difference.
When we’re illuminating artwork from above, approximately 30 degrees is an important starting point.
Too close to the wall and the light can create harsh shadows and uneven illumination.
Too far out and you increase the possibility of glare and reflections—particularly with artwork protected by glass.
Get the position and aiming right, and something different happens: texture emerges, shadows become intentional and the artwork gains dimension.
This is why we want to know where important artwork will live before the ceiling and lighting plans are finalized.
Lighting art isn’t just about selecting a fixture.
Placement is part of the design.
SmartHouse Integration
Designers of Interior Technology
SmartHouseIntegration SarasotaDesign

09/28/2026

The Art of Lighting Art

You spent years building the collection. Why illuminate it as an afterthought?

Great art lighting isn’t simply about making a painting brighter. It’s about revealing color, texture, dimension and detail while allowing the artwork to live naturally within the architecture of the room.

At SmartHouse Integration, we look at the artwork, the architecture and the way the space is actually lived in.

A large contemporary canvas may call for broad, beautifully even illumination. An oil painting may come alive with carefully directed light that reveals its texture. A sculpture needs highlights and shadows to reveal its form.

There isn’t one perfect light for an art collection.

There is a perfect lighting approach for each piece.

That’s the difference between illuminating a room and designing light.

SmartHouse Integration
Designers of Interior Technology

09/11/2026

We honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the courage of the heroes and first responders who answered the call. 25 years later, the memories, strength, and resilience of our nation remain steadfast in our hearts.
We will never forget. 🇺🇸
SmartHouseIntegration

08/26/2026

Protecting your interior while elevating everyday living. 🏡
Floor-to-ceiling glass creates stunning natural light, but harsh sun rays can lead to excessive glare, UV damage, and heat build-up. Our custom motorized shade installations offer:
✔️ Perfect Synchronization across large window spans
✔️ UV & Solar Heat Reduction to protect dining finishes & flooring
✔️ Architectural Integration with concealed pockets and zero visible wires
✔️ One-Touch Control via keypad, smart device, or automated schedule
Modernize your home space with SmartHouse Integration
💬 Contact us today to discuss your project

07/13/2026

We’re proud to announce that SmartHouse Integration has been named a finalist in five categories in Sarasota Magazine’s Best of Sarasota 2026 poll!

For those who would like to participate, we would sincerely appreciate your support.

SmartHouse Integration is nominated for:

Best Home Automation / Smart Home
Best Managed Service Provider
Best Window Coverings / Blinds
Best Lighting Store
Best Accessories / Décor

Voting tip: Search “SmartHouse Integration” on the voting page to quickly find all five categories. You can vote once each day, and while you’re there, be sure to support all your favorite Sarasota businesses.

Thank you to our clients, partners, and community for this incredible recognition!

Discover and vote for the best local businesses in Sarasota

04/11/2026

Architects and Designers—how are you preparing your projects for the evolving energy landscape?
We’re hosting an AIA-certified course on the functionality and value of residential microgrids. From understanding main components to initiating custom designs, we’re diving deep into the tech that provides true energy independence. Our speaker guest Blair Piersall from Savant comes with over 20 years of experience in the industry.
Learning Objectives:
✅ Impact of the evolving energy landscape
✅ The value of microgrids in property design
✅ Key data for microgrid initiation
✅ AIA Provider K278 | Course 401
Join us at our Sarasota showroom and stay ahead of the curve.
🔗 Link in bio to RSVP.
HomeAutomation

03/05/2026

The Jetsons Called... They’re Jealous. 🤖✨
Wall switches? Gone. Appliance k***s? History. The March 2026 issue of Sarasota Magazine is officially out, and it’s diving deep into how the « Home of the Future » became the home of today.
From voice-activated assistants like Josh.ai that prep « Movie Mode » with a single word, to circadian lighting that mimics the sun to boost your wellness, the tech in our backyards is getting seriously sophisticated.
What’s Trending in Sarasota Homes:
• The Disappearing TV: Micro-LED video walls that snap together like Lego and can be programmed to look like a wood slat wall when turned off. 🖼️📺
• Human-Centric Lighting: Systems that shift from warm morning glows to midday brightness, helping your body produce melatonin naturally. 🌅💤
• Invisible Power: Why the « magic » of a smart home isn’t the app on your phone—it’s the racks of gear and expert programming behind the scenes.
The Golden Rule: If you’re building luxury new construction, don’t wait until the drywall is up to think about your tech! The experts at SmartHouse Integration explain why planning is the ultimate « power move. »
🔗 Read the full feature, « Lights, Cameras, Smart Home » by Hannah Wallace, at the link in our bio!

03/01/2026

The Platinum Standard 🏆✨
The results are finally in! The 2026 Home of the Year awards have been announced, and we are beyond thrilled to share that SmartHouse Integration was the AV and technology partner for this year’s PLATINUM winner for Best Overall Home! 🥇🏠
This year, the judges focused on « Quiet Innovation »—the art of creating homes that are as resilient and high-performing as they are beautiful. Our integrated systems provided the invisible backbone for the top-tier Coastal Farmhouse, blending sophisticated automation with the home’s stunning architectural design.
From intelligent solar management and climate-responsive controls to an immersive whole-home soundscape, we proved that the best technology doesn’t compete with design—it completes it.
Congratulations to our partners at Vertical Custom Homes and the entire design team. We are honored to set the gold (and platinum!) standard for the Gulf Coast. 🌊💻 Read the full article attached in our IG profile. 📸 by

02/18/2026

Elevating the standard of home cinema in Southwest Florida. 🌴✨
We just wrapped up an incredible installation of the massive 115” Samsung True RGB display. In a world where « big » is standard, this screen redefined what’s possible for our clients, delivering pure, unadulterated color and a scale that truly has to be seen to be believed.
From the sleek, modern aesthetics of the home to the precision engineering behind the scenes, this project is a testament to what happens when cutting-edge technology meets luxury living.
Whether it’s game day or a private premiere, the theater experience in this home just reached a whole new level.
Standard-setting tech. Seamless integration.
The Specs:
• Display: 115” Samsung True RGB
• Location: Private Residence | SW Florida
• Integration: Smarthouse Integration