Tag: Lighting

Leon Mera Sound Sconce Review: A Bold New Approach to Home Ambience

I love it when design and function merge seamlessly. The new Leon Mera Sound Sconce is a great example of blending these elements by combining sound and lighting in an attractive wall fixture effortlessly accenting whatever’s around it. I had no idea something like this existed until my gaze was recently transfixed at a trade show. After […]

Reviewing the new Sonos Arc Ultra and Companion Sub 4

Sonos has taken it on the chin lately. Admittedly, some of it is well deserved. From the unforced error of fixing an app that wasn’t broken to a solidly tone-deaf response, it’s been hard to root for these guys lately. That being said, I’m still a big fan of the Sonos hardware ecosystem and have […]

April Newsletter – Lighting That Transforms—For Every Season

Secure your home. Set the mood. Lighting for every occasion. This month, we spoke with Mike Brinson from LightScapes and Steph Vaughan from Hill Residential Systems. Together, they highlighted how lighting transforms your home—inside and out—improving both function and beauty. Why Lighting? Why Now? Spring is here—freshly cut grass, sizzling grills, and bonfires with friends. […]

Security Starts at the Street

The latest home security products stop would-be burglars before they get into the house. Electronic security systems have been in our homes for over 100 years. For much of that time, it has been based on the same foundational principles: bad guys break into your house, a siren blares, and, if monitored, the system calls […]

Reviewing DMF Artafex 4″ Integrator Downlighting

While lighting innovation is moving at a dizzying pace, the age of LEDs has sent us reeling backward a bit in our ability to experience light quality inside that mimics the outdoors. Ever since the demise of incandescent bulbs, manufacturers have been chasing the elusive color rendering index (CRI) score of 100. While most builder-grade […]

Reviewing the Alarm.com V729 Outdoor Floodlight Camera

Motion-activated flood lights are nothing new. At this point, neither are combination camera/floodlights. Alarm.com may not have started the conversation with its new V729 4MP Outdoor Floodlight Camera, but they seemed squarely aimed at finishing it. Would this new outdoor “bad guy repellent” live up to the hype? My professional integration team and I set […]

Livewire Enters High Voltage With Lightsource Division Offering Cutting-Edge Lighting & Electrical Solutions

Livewire, a premier provider of state-of-the-art technology integration services, is proud to announce the launch of Lightsource, its newest division specializing in lighting design and electrical solutions for homes & businesses. “Lightsource represents the culmination of our dedication to improving lives by simplifying technology for our customers,” said Henry Clifford, Livewire CEO. “For years, we’ve […]

Top 5 Benefits of Smart Lighting

Every year, Livewire connects with hundreds of households in Richmond and across Central Virginia to discuss their smart home lighting needs. Many of our customers ask us about the benefits of smart lighting as they consider upgrading from their old recessed can lighting. We believe in transparency and strive to provide our customers with the […]

LED, Fluorescent, & Incandescent Halogen Lights: Which Light Bulb is Best?

For the longest time, incandescent light bulbs were what we had to work with. We had our choice of wattage or brightness, but we were pretty limited. Today, there are a number of options to choose from, all with different strengths and weaknesses. With so much to consider when deciding on the right light bulb, […]

High-End Outdoor Lighting

Some homeowners spare no expense making their outdoor spaces the best they can be, day or night, rain or shine. High-End Outdoor Lighting Solutions are a great way to help your home be all that it can be – illuminate a yard, garden, or patio setting after the sun sets, highlight distinct features on your […]