It's almost springtime, which means time for barbeques and outdoor entertaining. Maybe you and your family like to play a little touch football or set up the volleyball net when the weather is warmer. Or perhaps you want to unwind with a few cocktails by the water in your Newport, RI homewhile you appreciate all the fresh flowers in bloom as your favorite music plays in the background. 

Whateveroutdoor entertainment you enjoy doing most, you will want to make sure your Newport home is set up so you can enjoy them. Along with outdoor music and Wi-Fi, there is a brand-new must-have outdoor technology we recommend for clients: Lutron Caseta outdoor smart plugs. With Lutron Caseta smart plugs installed in your backyard, you can enjoy those longer Spring days well into the evening.

Light is a vital element for life, fostering nature and humans alike. The natural cycle of the sun’s rise and setting dictates our own. We have evolved to take both cultural and biological cues from the sun.

Developing research has shown that circadian rhythms have a direct influence on our emotional and physical wellbeing. All too often, the standard lighting is designed with a utilitarian eye. These cold and muted fixtures ignore, or even mask, the vibrancy and vigor natural light bestows.

Ketra, purchased by Lutron in 2018, takes a different approach, stating: “Dynamic and always evolving, it’s as alive as the very life it illuminates. And yet, we often treat man-made light as a mere utility, remaining complacent with stagnant, chilly light —when it holds the potential to be so much more. “

Intrigued how human-centric lighting control can enhance your home and health in Newport, RI and the surrounding areas? Read on for more information.

The data network has become the critical infrastructure for the modern home. Nearly every element of the house is connected to the network in some manner.  Shades, lighting, security, and our entertainment all travel along with the category cables to a processor.

Keeping your essential network operating at peak performance requires detailed planning in design and installation. Whether it is streaming full 4K ultra-high-definition video, whole-home audio distribution, live gaming, or just scrolling through social media, your home network setup should be ready to handle it.

Looking to upgrade your home network setup in Stonington, CT, or the surrounding areas? Read on below for our top tips.

The “2GIG” in 2GIG Security actually stands for “2 guys in a garage.” That’s because that is actually how 2GIG Security started, with 2 engineers working in a garage. From humble beginnings, 2GIG Security has become a leader in the security industry and a trusted brand among homeowners.

Homeowners in West Hartford, CT and the surrounding areas are using 2GIG Security for their home security systems more and more because of the immense benefits that come with this state-of-the-art solution. With the holidays approaching, it is more important now than ever to invest in a home security system that protects their home and families.

C&T Systems works with you to design a 2GIG security solution that tailors their features to best match your priorities and needs.