This project includes a wall mounted television with color rotating back lighting, home theater system, recessed in-ceiling speakers, and recessed server rack. Home automation systems can be controlled from your tablet or mobile device.

Electronic theater lighting is programed in advance or can be altered from your smart device. This control runs a program for the sink area, counter top or to return to the previous setting. Other controls are labeled movie time, cocktail hour and reading.

Bridgewater's signature Drop Zone is accessed from the garage entry door and offers organized storage for electronic devices, mail, newspapers, books, etc. USB charging outlets provide the perfect place for charging phones and electronics. This space can also double as a butler pantry for serving when entertaining in conjunction with Bridgewater's expanded Warson floorplan which includes an elegant formal dining room. photo courtesy: stlouisshowcase.com

Nelson Salivia
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Atlanta

DIRECT CONNECT. The communication niche—to the left of the entry—echoes the storage niche design but with shiny lacquer cabinets. Here, the owners can easily access recipes online, while charging their electronic devices in a convenient recessed charging station.

Stunning, high-tech patio and pool area features dramatic evening lighting, entertainment areas and smart home automation from Control4 to enhance the ambiance and add the ultimate in convenience. Broadcast the music or program of your choice to an outdoor space using a whole-home audio/video solution, powered by Control4. The recessed smart lighting and access lighting is designed to create the perfect personalized ambiance. Other automation options may include fireplace switches, pool and hot tub control, energy management, home security system integration and full A/V control. And everything can be controlled from virtually anywhere - using your Control4 app with a smart phone or tablet device or a convenient touch screen.

A shallow depth drawer in the island becomes a charging station with built-in outlets.
Mid-sized elegant u-shaped light wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Boston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Custom made lockers with storage above and below. Plenty of hooks to hang up coats, backpacks and other necessities. Charging stations in each locker for charging all of the needed electronic devices.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom remodel in Edmonton with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace and a tile fireplace

Keep cords to a minimum and gadgets off the counter top.
Example of a classic kitchen design in Detroit

Example of a large transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored countertops

Large, deep closet with hidden hardware used to hide office equipment from direct view, inside a smaller home office. Electrical outlets inside closet used to power printer, lamp and other charging devices.

Photography by William Psolka, psolka-photo.com
Mid-sized elegant backyard tile and rectangular pool house photo in New York

All of the media devices in this home where centrally located in an easy to access closet which allowed each room to only need a wall mounted TV. Sound was distributed throughout the house with in-ceiling speakers. The whole system is controlled using a smart phone/ tablet app.

DIRECT CONNECT. The communication niche—to the left of the entry—echoes the storage niche design but with shiny lacquer cabinets. Here, the owners can easily access recipes online, while charging their electronic devices in a convenient recessed charging station. Photography by Anice Hoachlander

Electronics charging station in kitchen
Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Atlanta with granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Where to stash all your gaming gear and components and don't want to ruin a spectacular reclaimed wood feature wall? Secret drawers, of course. Check out our next photo.

Jessica Delaney
Living room - small transitional enclosed light wood floor living room idea in Boston with gray walls and a wall-mounted tv