Explore the Advancements in Home Entertainment, Lighting, and Audio

Technology is advancing rapidly, with progress surpassing almost any other period in history. In the realm of home automation and entertainment, our AV and automation specialists at Walbrandt Electric & Technology are dedicated to staying current with ongoing developments, providing our clients with the best solutions for their smart homes. 

Let’s explore a few standout new tech products in 2025 and how they're transforming homes in St. Louis, MO. 

Effortlessly Transition Your Home’s Lighting for Family Gatherings and Elegant Dinner Parties

As the holiday season approaches, creating the perfect atmosphere for parties and family gatherings goes far beyond décor and playlists. From the soft shimmer of candlelight to the brilliant colors of the season, lighting is what brings it all together. 

With smart lighting systems from WAC and Crestron, homeowners can create beautiful, customized environments that transition seamlessly from festive dinners to cozy evenings by the fire. And all it takes is the touch of a button or a voice command. 

Here, we’ll explore how these lighting control solutions can transform the mood, look, and feel of your St. Louis, MO, home, creating a stunning holiday ambiance that dazzles friends, family, and neighbors with the power of light.

Enjoy Effortless, Hands-Free Smart Home Living 

Smart home living is defined by its ease and luxury. Press a button and the shades lower while the lights dim to a warm amber hue, and Enya’s ethereal voice drifts through your home in calm yet astounding clarity. Hard to imagine a more relaxing and effortless experience. 

Today, however, more homeowners are elevating that ease, taking it a step further through voice commands. So, which voice assistant are they turning to to manage their smart home affairs? 

There is one that stands apart, valued for both sophistication and privacy. Unlike mainstream options, it was built for the connected home—not as a gadget or an add-on, but as an invisible, intuitive part of your daily environment. 

It’s the smart voice assistant that learns as it obeys: Josh.ai. 

Here, we’ll explore this exceptional AI-enhanced assistant and how it’s transforming homes and lifestyles in St. Louis, MO. 

Adding Entertainment Potential to Your St. Louis Clients’ Homes

The season for watching major sporting events is upon us, and in just a few short months, we’ll all be hosting gatherings around the holiday season. Media room upgrades have become a strategic enhancement that builders are incorporating, showing their clients they care and value reliable performance and elevated experiences. 

Below, you’ll discover what custom builders in the St. Louis market can offer their clients: polished entertainment spaces that deliver crystal-clear visuals, immersive sound, thoughtful acoustics, and simple control. Keep reading!

Builders Embracing Luxury Lighting in the St. Louis Market

Lighting has long played a critical role in creating safe spaces and supporting people in their daily tasks. Today, however, it is so much more. Advancements in technology have made light a significant contributor to a home’s design. In the right hands, it can transform a room and draw attention to textures, color, and architectural features. 

Architectural lighting solutions seamlessly integrate design and function. Strategically placed, it enhances the aesthetics and creates the intended mood, while providing the desired illumination. 

Here, we’ll explore how this lighting solution supports builders, highlighting the best features of their homes and apartments.

Smarter Lighting Solutions for Elevated Lifestyles 

Luxury homebuyers and renters are looking for something more than standard lighting that merely meets requirements. They’re looking for smart solutions that enhance their lifestyle, add comfort, and reduce their environmental footprint. 

Enter Lutron lighting solutions. 

This advanced lighting control system offers customizable, smart control for every room. Some of the nation’s largest builders are integrating Lutron lighting controls and automated shades as standard offerings in luxury homes and apartments. 

Here, we’ll explore their premium systems and how they enhance comfort, convenience, and energy efficiency in luxury St. Louis residences.

Explore Outdoor Shade Solutions From Top Brands

Homeowners in St. Louis, MO, and surrounding areas are transforming patios and decks into mu;ti-season outdoor entertainment and living areas. Installing the latest technology and comfortable seating is just the start. For the most enjoyment in an outdoor living space, outdoor shade solutions from industry leaders like Screen Innovations and Draper are becoming a necessity. Continue reading to learn more about the future of outdoor living, which includes advanced motorized shading to make outdoor areas more comfortable, efficient, and useful in varying weather.

Discover This Energy-Efficient and Cost-Effective Way to Catch a Buyer’s Eye

Outdoor lighting has many applications—it can create an inviting atmosphere for guests or outdoor entertainment, improve safety, and add value to a property. For builders in St. Louis, MO, low-voltage outdoor lighting can be an energy-efficient and cost-effective way to elevate your development’s aesthetic while improving functionality. Unlike traditional high-voltage systems, low-voltage lighting operates at just 12 volts, making it safer and more sustainable for homeowners. And, because these systems utilize LED technology, they last significantly longer than traditional options and require only minimal maintenance. Continue reading to discover more benefits of low-voltage outdoor lighting solutions.

A Powerful Way to Simplify Home Management and Add Value

As a St. Louis, MO, homebuilder, you know that buyers today want more than just functional spaces; they’re looking for smart features that add convenience, energy efficiency, and a touch of luxury. Smart lighting control systems from brands like Crestron and Lutron are a powerful way to meet these demands. Continue reading to learn how smart lighting control systems simplify home management while adding personalized style and aesthetics.

Differentiate Your Next Project With Home Voice Control

Some things have simply become an expectation in the St. Louis, MO, luxury home market. That includes smart devices and the ability to control those devices easily. For builders and architects, technology can be a deciding factor in sales. Some tech-savvy buyers love smart tools, while less tech-savvy buyers find them challenging. 

Adding cutting-edge systems like Josh.ai home voice control to your luxury projects will elevate value and give all homeowners an accessible way to manage their devices—tech-savvy or not. Continue reading to learn how Josh.ai voice controls and Walbrandt Electric & Technology help you stand out in a competitive market. 

Streamline Your Business Operations with Seamless Video Conferencing

No matter what industry you operate in, effective communication is key to success. Whether your organization has just one building here in St. Louis, MO, or spans the globe, seamless communication tools are essential. 

Crestron Video Conferencing systems offer a cutting-edge solution for businesses seeking to enhance collaboration, improve meeting efficiency, and bring teams together regardless of location. Here’s why Crestron is the preferred choice for professional video conferencing.

Laying the Foundation for Robust Connectivity

As a home or apartment builder in St. Louis, MO, keeping pace with the features that customers demand is essential. The average St. Louis home now accommodates a variety of connected devices—from smart TVs and gaming consoles to home automation systems. With this growing demand for connectivity, ensuring your buildings are equipped with a robust network design and infrastructure is crucial for attracting renters and buyers.

At Walbrandt Electric & Technology, a well-designed network means all devices can operate without interruptions, buffering, or lag. Whether residents are streaming high-definition TV, controlling smart home features, or working remotely, having a dependable and high-speed network solution elevates their living experience and enhances the property's value.

Increase Your Projects’ Values with Top-Tier Sound Systems

In the competitive housing market, builders and developers must differentiate their projects to attract new homeowners and tenants. A whole-home audio system is a standout feature that can significantly enhance the appeal of new homes and apartment buildings as well as greatly increase the value of your St. Louis, MO, properties. Read on to learn more.

Adding a Home Theater Can Transform Your New Build into a True Entertainment Hub

If you’re a builder aiming to make your new projects stand out, consider adding a home theater. These days, a great media space is high on many buyers' wish lists, and for good reason. 

So, what makes home theater systems in the St. Louis, MO, area so popular? Keep reading to find out why these spaces are a must-have feature in new construction homes. 

How Lutron Lighting Can Help Builders Create Stylish and Sustainable Homes

If you’re building energy-efficient homes in St. Louis, Lutron lighting is a must. This solution not only adds a stylish and luxurious touch to your clients’ spaces but also helps reduce their energy consumption and electricity costs. Keep reading to find out how Lutron lighting can make a big difference in your next project. 

Enhance your homes with the latest technology from one of the world’s most trusted brands.

Today’s modern real estate is as dynamic as the iconic Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. For home builders and apartment developers looking to stand out in this competitive environment, the unique selling points of Crestron Home products, such as their advanced smart home technology and unparalleled convenience, are one way to captivate potential buyers. 

At Walbrandt Electric & Technology, we are experts with a proven track record of successful projects. We work with home builders, apartment developers, and homeowners to help them navigate new AV technologies, which are being developed faster than ever. 

Work with our Team to Enhance Your Home’s Look and Feel Today!

For home builders and apartment developers in St. Louis, Missouri, including advanced home technologies like motorized blinds and shades can significantly enhance the appeal and functionality of their properties. At Walbrandt Electric & Technology, we know that motorized blinds offer convenience and energy efficiency and integrate beautifully into wider AV scenarios throughout your home, especially when using top-tier brands like Crestron and Lutron.

Motorized Shades & Blinds Add Luxury to St. Louis Lifestyles

MDU and apartment development is a competitive market, and the demand for smart home technology integration is rising rapidly. Residents seek convenience, efficiency, and an enhanced lifestyle that makes their time spent in their St. Louis, MO, home more enjoyable. 

That’s why integrating high-end amenities like automated roller shades and home control systems can set your luxury apartment project apart, piquing potential residents’ interest and leading to happier clients.

How Outdoor Lighting Delivers Greater Value, Comfort, and Safety 

Outdoor lighting may not be at the top of your mind when planning your next home or apartment build. But a landscape lighting system helps to boost your project's curb appeal, enhance the quality of outdoor living, and even improve the overall safety and security of the property. 

Even knowing that, builders may think landscape lighting isn't in the purview of their project but rather something homeowners will install themselves. But these days, luxury homeowners and tenants expect live-in ready properties—including vital nighttime lighting. Find out why we recommend a professional landscape lighting system for your projects throughout St. Louis, MO, along with tips on how to best implement them.