If you’re building a smart home in Denver, the goal shouldn’t be to add more gadgets. It’s to make daily living simpler and more efficient. 

But not all smart home systems are built the same. A well-designed setup should feel invisible, reliable, and intuitive. Below, we’ll walk through the smart home essentials we recommend to clients looking for a high-performing system they can count on—without tech headaches or complexity.

1. One Centralized System

Let’s start with the most important piece: one system to rule them all. Jumping between different apps, remotes, and voice assistants creates chaos, and honestly, isn’t worth the hassle. 

Instead, a centralized smart home system like Control4 brings all your devices under one roof. Through one interface, you’ll control: 

• Lighting
• Motorized shading
• Climate
• Audio speakers 
• TVs and projectors 
• Streaming and media libraries
• Security 
• Outdoor technology 
• And more 

With a sophisticated smart system, everything communicates through the same “brain.” And that’s exactly what separates a true smart home from a collection of disconnected gadgets.

2. Strong Home Network

Today, having a strong network is just as essential as electricity or plumbing. Any devices on Wi-Fi, especially smart TVs, cameras, or voice assistants, need a robust, professionally designed network to stay fast and reliable. 

Even better? Hardwire whenever possible. Many smart home pros prefer hardwired devices or communication protocols like Zigbee or Z-Wave, which don’t depend on Wi-Fi at all. That way, your smart home doesn’t slow down just because someone’s streaming in 4K upstairs.