When people think about smart home technology, their minds often go to entertainment systems or security solutions. Yet one of the most impactful upgrades for everyday living is often overlooked: motorized shading. More than just a design accent, motorized shades bring convenience, comfort, energy efficiency, and security into perfect harmony, transforming how your home feels and functions.
Chances are that you’ve at least heard of Siri, Amazon Alexa, and/or Google Assistant. You may use one of these voice assistants in your home. And, if you do, you may have found yourself wondering if maybe, just maybe, there is a better option out there.
The answer is yes, and his name is Josh.
When you sit down with Peter Cook, founder of Automation Design and Entertainment (AD&E), you quickly realize you’re not just talking to a tech entrepreneur — you’re hearing the story of a man whose life and work are deeply rooted in curiosity, community, and connection.
For most of its existence, CEDIA Expo has been all about the shiny boxes: the amazing AV, control interfaces, and innovation that dominate the show floor. But this year, more than any other, the conversations went deeper. Beyond the latest products and technologies, what really generated buzz was the business of systems integration, particularly the many facets of service.
This is a special time of the year here in New England. Before you know it, the air is going to be crisper than it’s felt in a while. The leaves will really start to pop off. And the NFL season will be in full swing.
The Pats may have kicked off the season already, but there’s still plenty more football to come. If you aren’t able to enjoy the game at home because of your viewing experience, it’s time to give us a call. From the best big screens on the market to home theater projection screens, Daisy Boston Metro West has what you need to host the perfect sporting event in the comfort of your own house.
I’ve often been called a visionary because I started cyberManor, one of the first custom home technology integration companies in the United States in 1999, focused on using a broadband internet connection, a router, and a network switch to serve as the backbone of what is now commonly referred to as a smart home.
