Smart home guides
Practical advice on lighting, shades, pre-wiring, and home technology from the Daisy Katy team.
Motorized blinds or shades? Choosing window coverings for a Texas home
Blinds, shades, drapery, or sheers? How to choose motorized window coverings for Texas sun, privacy, and style, and what to know before you buy.
Aging in place: how smart home technology helps you stay home
How lighting, voice control, shades, locks, and thermostats can make a home easier and more comfortable to live in for years to come, without making it feel clinical.
A smart home isn't a pile of smart devices
Why a professionally integrated smart home outlasts a collection of separate devices: one experience, a secure network, and support when you need it.
How much does a smart home cost? What drives the price
Smart home costs vary widely. Here is what moves the price, how to phase a project, and what a good proposal should include.
Caséta, HomeWorks, or Ketra: choosing Lutron lighting for your home
Lutron makes lighting for every size of home. Here is how the options differ and which one fits a house like yours.
Smart home pre-wire checklist for new construction
What to run before drywall so your new home is ready for Wi-Fi, speakers, TVs, shades, and cameras without cutting walls later.
Motorized shades in Texas heat: glare, comfort, and privacy
Why so many homeowners automate their shades, which fabrics to choose, and how to plan for tall windows.