Bring Comfort, Convenience, and Style to the Great Outdoors

It’s the time of year when brilliant blue skies call us to our outdoor areas. From barbequing with friends to alfresco dining with family and hosting neighborhood gatherings, there’s nothing quite like enjoying our backyards with those we love. 

Unfortunately, Kansas City, MO, faces numerous challenges with outdoor living. From a healthy mosquito population to excessive heat and frequent summer thunderstorms, it’s not uncommon for outdoor gatherings to end up indoors.  

However, for those determined to enjoy their backyards and the fresh air and beauty they offer, there is a way to provide protection from the elements and elevate your outdoor occasions. 

It’s called outdoor motorized patio shades.

These shades create a safe space, protected from UV rays, insects, and weather events. Automated, they add a touch of class by seamlessly shifting as the sun changes course or storm clouds roll in. 

Here, we’ll explore the comfort, beauty, and protection patio shades provide. 

Intelligent Security Ensures Peace of Mind

Today, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming nearly every industry, none more so than the home security sector. As video surveillance gets smarter, it gets easier to protect what matters most. 

From intelligent recognition for detecting unusual events to integrating with smart home devices, these security systems provide a level of protection that was once only found in commercial surveillance.

At Applause Custom Sight & Sound, we partner with Luma, a leader in the evolution of AI in security cameras. Here, we’ll explore their latest features and the difference a company committed to smarter, more responsive home security makes to homeowners in Kansas City, MO. 

The Foundation You Can't See Makes All the Difference

You've probably spent hours researching the perfect smart thermostat or debating which streaming device to buy. But here's what most Kansas City homeowners overlook: the network infrastructure hiding behind your walls determines whether your smart home dreams become reality or turn into a frustrating nightmare. Futureproofing your smart home involves more than having the latest technology gadgets – it’s about building the digital foundation that makes everything else possible.

Control4 Ushers in a Brand New Era of Smart Home Technology 

If you’ve been using the Control4 smart home control system for a while, you know its incredible capabilities. It offers intuitive, one-touch control of your entire smart home, from lights to climate, security, entertainment, and more. 

Recently, it got even better with Control4 X4. If you want to experience a more personalized, simpler, and smarter home, our Applause Custom Sight & Sound home automation experts recommend upgrading to their latest X4 OS.  

Here, we’ll explore this new version, including what it’s capable of and why homeowners throughout Kansas City, MO, are taking the leap.