In this podcast, we have a comprehensive discussion about window treatments with Dax Pineda (Bravas Kansas City) and Jose Saavedra (Bravas Indianapolis).

0:00 Intro 2:20 Why does an A/V company sell shades? 4:21 Reasons for window treatments. 8:48 Things to consider when choosing shades. 10:56 Benefits of Roller Shades. 12:12 What are openness factors and how do I choose? 14:52 Blackout Shade Fabric Considerations. 16:30 Dual Rollers 18:09 What are some other types of Window Treatments? 26:46 What about Battery-Powered Shades? 31:27 Control Options 36:44 What are some common mistakes to avoid? 41:44 Outro

In this podcast from Bravas, we have a chat with Nina Clarkson-Valdivia from Origin Acoustics and Artnovion. We discuss what elements to consider when designing the sound in a theater or any other space in a luxury home. For more information on Artnovion, visit: https://www.artnovion.com

In this episode, we talk with Blair Piersall and Ian Roberts of Savant Systems and have a significant and timely conversation about powering your home with smart energy. We discuss ways to manage and store power at home to move towards a more energy independent future. Find out more by visiting https://savantpower.com/

In this podcast from Bravas, we talk to Marc Schnoll - Product Specialist from Sonance. We discuss room requirements and all the elements that go into make a great dedicated home theater.

In this podcast from Bravas, we talk to John Pretto and Keenan Campbell from Oh-Space. We discuss how a daily Zoom meeting between a group of professionals from around the world turned into a collaborative project to launch a rocket. Using in person and remote colleagues, the launch will be streamed live on March 19th on http://oh-space.com/

In this podcast from Bravas we talk with Bryan and Mike Yates from Yates Desygn Firm in Dallas, TX. We discuss their recent installation in the 2021 Kips Bay Show House and the design elements, challenges, and process of creating a modern speakeasy. We also talk about the benefits of working with an interior designer in your own home. For a virtual tour of Kips Bay Dallas Show Home click here: https://bit.ly/3AQX53L https://www.yatesdesygn.com/

In this podcast from Bravas, we talk to our own team members - Jason Roberts from Boca Raton and Caleb Rydbeck from Dallas-Fort Worth about Whole-Home Control Systems. We discuss why clients should use them and tips on how to choose the right system.

In this podcast from Bravas, we talk to Ben Jurow from Access Networks. We find out how enterprise class networks work in luxury homes, and why adding a robust home network is essential for modern smart home technology.

In this podcast we talk to Ben Foster - Director of Operations from Sebastian Construction Group in Houston, TX. We discuss the changes we’ve seen in home technology, the future of smart homes, and how best to plan (and when to plan) for custom technology in the home.

If you're thinking about creating a smart home, this is the podcast for you! We talk to System Designers Bryna Owens and Rob Carpenter from the Bravas Design & Engineering team. We discuss the mistakes people typically make during the planning phase that may cost you more in the long run and ways to avoid them.