Home automation systems (or smart homes) are becoming more and more available and desirable. In this article, we have a quick look at some of the popular options, to give you something to consider when planning for your own home. We look at some of the common areas of home automation: Lighting Control Motorised Window Treatments HVAC Control Multi-room Audio …
In this article, we look at the intelligent lighting control system in this beautiful family home. The most intelligent home automation and lighting control systems are those that work together to provide convenience and a slick, intuitive experience for the owner. When the owner of this luxury coastal villa embarked on an exciting renovation project, he knew that an intelligent …
In this article, Guy Singleton looks at one of the most important parts of the audio in your home cinema – Dialogue and Speech Intelligibility. Guy is a veteran of the industry and is known as a subject matter expert in home cinema design. He has taught home cinema design for our governing body CEDIA across four continents. He has …
Good home cinema bass and understanding how low-frequency sound waves behave in small rooms are complex subjects! But, even when you have engaged a professional home cinema installer, it is sometimes helpful and interesting to have a basic understanding of the important issues. Guy Singleton gives an overview of some of the considerations of bass or LFE (low frequency effects). …
When appraising a design for home cinema sound for your own home theatre or media room, it may be helpful to understand some of the elements that go into a great design. In this article, our principal designer, Guy Singleton, looks at dynamic range and noise floor. Guy is a veteran of the industry and is known as a subject …
Guy Singleton’s take on Spatial Audio from Apple Music. Guy Singleton MIET LCGI MInstLM (our principal engineer) is a fully qualified and registered electrical and electronics engineer. He teaches and lectures internationally and is a subject matter expert for CEDIA’s education council, specialising in lighting, HVAC, home theatre design, fundamental electrical theories, electrical maths and control systems and programming. Guy has been …
The future of lighting is very exciting and we are so happy to be at the leading edge of that curve. In this post, we look at circadian rhythm (bio adaptive) lighting for health and wellness. Guy Singleton MIET LCGI MInstLM(our principal engineer) previously held the position of R&D Lighting & Environmental Controls Manager at Crestron EMEA. He is a fully qualified …
Home cinema design is part science and part art. As a designer, we spend many hours working on each project. We create home cinema rooms that deliver stunning performance, within an equally remarkable environment. In this post, we look at: What is a home cinema design? What goes into a design? When should you bring in a home cinema designer? …
We were commissioned to design a private residents’ cinema, for a prestigious development of 5* London apartments, that were being built on the banks of the Thames. In this post, we look at the design and technical solutions for this project. We look at: Our Design for This Private Residents’ Cinema Video Audio Communal Cinema – Residents’ Room Booking Technology …
In this article, we review the new Lutron Alisse Keypad. Lutron are the preeminent manufacturer of residential lighting control systems. To complement their Homeworks QS range, Lutron recently launched a new in-wall keypad, to provide the latest in technology and a superior finish. In fact, we had already heard such rave reviews of the new keypads from within the industry, …
Imagine This is more than just a fancy name for an AV company – we stand for our values of great engineering, ethics and learning. In this article, we look back at our long history of AV install and we talk about what has shaped us along the way. We hope that you’ll see the passion and integrity that underlies …
With over 25 years of experience in smart home installation, we have completed countless varied and exciting projects. We are determined to make certain that our projects are well installed, even behind the scenes. A first-class job Our brilliant team are very well trained and prepared for their tasks. We ensure that they have the right skills and tools to …
In this article, we take a closer look at the outside lighting in this fabulous Kent home. We look at the practical elements of outside lighting and we talk about Lutron Homeworks QS lighting control systems. Outside lighting can add so much to your outdoor space. For example; it can allow you to enjoy your garden for longer periods, providing …
Brilliant home cinema design – science and art! All great home cinema design is the result of two things: meticulous technical design and the art of creating a room which looks and feels great. Here at Imagine This, we have over 25 years of delivering the finest home cinema designs. In this article we look at: The Science of Home …
What are the differences between a media room space and a dedicated home cinema, and how to choose between them? There are lots of things to consider when deciding on your own special home cinema space. In this article, we look at: What is a dedicated home cinema? What is a media room? Deciding between a media room and dedicated …
Are you thinking of installing motorised blinds and shades? As any estate agent will tell you; most people feel that having lots of natural light is a big priority for their home. The bright and airy feeling of a home that has lots of natural light is very appealing. However, there are times when it is desirable to control the …
We were given the special privilege of an invite to Samsung’s new showroom to see Samsung The Wall Luxe. The stunning new facility overlooks the F1 start-finish line in Monaco. Firstly, we’d like to send our massive thanks to Chris and the team for the invitation! Our take on Samsung’s The Wall – in this article we will look at: …
An interview with Imagine This MD, Guy Singleton My company, Imagine This, came about from my love of the Star Wars movies, of all things. I am an electrical engineer by trade and home cinema and home technology have always been of great interest to me. This came from my childhood love of the Star Wars saga and from trying …
Our client tasked us to transform a very reverberant space within an expansive modern home. As shown below, the result was a multi-functional stereo room with a high-end custom audio and interior design solution, featuring acoustic room treatments. Background Clean lines distinguish the stunning minimalist home. White interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows on the first and second floors overlook the grounds …
There’s no doubt that having your own home cinema is a real luxury, but how much does a home cinema cost? How can you make sure that you are getting the very best value for your money and an amazing experience to boot? How much does a home cinema cost and how to get stunning performance and value for money. …
