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Dulany


McLean, Virginia

Summary

For our recent project at the Dulany residence in McLean, VA, we partnered once again with Artisan, the esteemed builder behind the Falls Farm project. This exquisite spec home, located in a prestigious neighborhood, demanded a sophisticated integration system that matched its luxury status and refined design. The residence's expansive layout and upscale features provided the perfect canvas for implementing cutting-edge technology while maintaining an elegant aesthetic.

Our team installed a Control4 system, complemented by a Lutron Homeworks QS setup with SeeTouch keypads, ensuring seamless and intuitive control over the home’s lighting. This integration not only enhances convenience but also elevates the home’s ambiance with precise and customizable lighting options. Although the project did not include a golf simulator, we meticulously prewired the home to support future technological upgrades. This includes provisions for Josh AI to enable advanced voice control integration, a comprehensive camera system for robust security, and a distributed music system to deliver high-quality audio throughout the property.

The prewiring strategy was carefully designed to facilitate easy future enhancements, aligning with the home’s high standards and ensuring it remains at the forefront of technological advancements. This thoughtful approach allows for the addition of features such as a golf simulator or a home theater, distributed music, touch panels, and a sophisticated surveillance system, should future buyers choose to personalize their experience. Our focus on precision and quality in this installation underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional solutions, ensuring that every detail is perfectly executed regardless of the project's scope. The Dulany residence stands as a testament to our dedication to creating homes that offer both luxury and technological excellence.

  • Completion
    August 16th, 2024
  • Project Cost
    $65,000
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    Falls Farm


    Great Falls, Virginia

    Summary

    We recently completed a standout project that truly exemplifies our commitment to excellence. This new construction build was a $7 million model home located in the prestigious Falls Farm neighborhood, and it was brought to us through Artisan, one of our esteemed partner builders. The project required meticulous attention to detail and a tailored approach to meet the client's high expectations.

    Our team collaborated closely with the client to design a state-of-the-art integration system that included a sophisticated whole-home lighting system, distributed audio for seamless entertainment, and comprehensive voice control throughout the residence. We also incorporated advanced occupancy sensors to enhance energy efficiency and a customized golf simulator to provide the ultimate recreational experience. Given the project's significance as a model home for a prominent new development, every aspect of the system had to be executed flawlessly. The result is a meticulously crafted, technologically advanced home that reflects the highest standards of luxury and precision, underscoring our dedication to delivering exceptional solutions for high-profile projects.

    To deliver the comprehensive integration solution for this distinguished $7 million model home, Aspire AVS utilized a range of internal processes and methodologies that highlight our commitment to superior quality and precision. Our superb wire management and certification processes ensured the flawless installation and reliability of the system. We selected top-tier brands and technologies to create a seamless and high-performance system. The integration featured Lutron Homeworks QS with Palladiom keypads for sophisticated lighting control, LG OLED technology for stunning visuals, and Josh AI deployed across eight zones of the home for advanced voice control. Additionally, we incorporated 10 zones of distributed audio, a doorbell call button with a camera, and four surveillance cameras for enhanced security and convenience.

    Control4 served as the primary control system, allowing us to unify all components under a single, user-friendly interface accessible via several 10" touch panels. To elevate the recreational experience, we installed a custom golf simulator complete with a 189" screen, a Foresight GC Hawk ceiling camera, a customized computer with a 4070 Super T NVIDIA card, and a BenQ 4K gaming projector. The simulator also featured a custom mat and wall padding, providing an immersive golfing experience. Despite the tight project timelines, Aspire AVS successfully brought this project to life, ensuring every detail was executed to perfection. We also included remote monitoring capabilities to ensure ongoing support and service, underscoring our commitment to maintaining the system’s optimal performance and providing exceptional client care.

    • Completion
      July 1st, 2024
    • Project Cost
      $250,000
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      Woodburn


      Leesburg, Virginia

      Summary

      The recent project for Novella Homes in Leesburg, VA, stands as a testament to Aspire AVS’s commitment to delivering unparalleled luxury and technological sophistication. This grand estate, situated on the picturesque rolling hills of Loudoun County, demanded a level of precision and innovation that perfectly aligned with our expertise. Our collaboration with the homeowner was instrumental in crafting a technology solution that seamlessly integrated with the home's elegant design, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.

      The system we designed is a showcase of advanced technology and meticulous planning. We implemented (120) Control4 Centralized Lighting Loads, paired with (56) Contemporary Keypads, to provide intuitive and versatile lighting control throughout the home. The integration of (28) Lutron Palladiom Shades and (24) Lutron manual shades was carefully selected to offer both style and practicality, allowing for customized natural light management while complementing the home’s sophisticated decor. The distributed music system ensures that high-quality audio is delivered throughout the residence, creating an immersive auditory environment that enhances daily living.

      For connectivity and network performance, we established a robust enterprise network supported by Future Automation Panels for termination and Surge X PF420 for power regulation. These components ensure reliable and efficient operation of the entire system. The integration also includes Bond Bridge with ceiling fans, Phantom Screens, and fireplaces, all designed to work harmoniously within the home’s environment. Security and convenience were prioritized with the installation of a comprehensive camera system, including a front door station with a camera that integrates with the whole home speaker system, providing enhanced safety and ease of communication.

      The home’s entertainment features are equally impressive, with a 5.2 surround sound system installed in the basement and custom televisions provided throughout the residence. A custom gate, featuring the DS2 Gate Controller, operates flawlessly, further adding to the home's seamless functionality. The head end of the system was meticulously designed and executed, ensuring a visually stunning and highly functional setup that is both practical and easy to service. The entire project was executed with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, resulting in a spectacular home that harmoniously blends state-of-the-art technology with luxurious living. Working with such a receptive and appreciative homeowner made the experience truly rewarding and highlighted the exceptional nature of this project.

      • Completion
        July 31st, 2024
      • Project Cost
        $320,000
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        Captain's Island Retreat


        Charleston, South Carolina

        Summary

        Aspire AVS had the privilege of collaborating with one of our esteemed partner builders on a new construction build, where we were tasked with designing and implementing a comprehensive integration system tailored to the client's specific requirements. This project showcased our commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for residential spaces.

        The integrated system we designed for this project encompassed a multitude of features, including a sophisticated whole-home lighting system, motorized shading throughout the property, distributed audio for seamless entertainment experiences, voice control capabilities for enhanced convenience and accessibility, and an advanced surveillance system with a digital recorder. Additionally, we integrated an intercom system to facilitate seamless communication, further enhancing its functionality and security. Moreover, we incorporated occupancy sensors to optimize energy efficiency and automated outdoor heaters, fireplaces, and fire pits to create inviting outdoor spaces year-round. By leveraging our expertise and working closely with both the builder and the client, we were able to seamlessly integrate these components into the home's design, resulting in a seamlessly automated and technologically advanced living environment that exceeds expectations.

        Project Solution

        In delivering the integration solution for this project, Aspire AVS relied on a series of internal processes and methodologies honed over years of experience in the industry. Our meticulous wire management and certification processes ensured not only the seamless integration of the various components but also upheld the highest standards of craftsmanship and reliability. To guarantee the utmost quality in every aspect of the system, we selected industry-leading brands renowned for their excellence. Brands such as Lutron lighting and Lutron Palladiom shading provided sophisticated lighting and shading solutions, while Samsung, Josh AI, and James Loudspeaker offered state-of-the-art technology for distributed audio, voice control, and video displays.

        Central to the project's success was the implementation of Control4 as the primary control system. This choice streamlined the user experience by consolidating control functions into a single, intuitive app, simplifying operation and enhancing convenience for the homeowner. Furthermore, we incorporated remote monitoring capabilities into the system, enabling our team to proactively monitor and manage its performance remotely. This proactive approach ensures that we can continue to deliver the very best in service and support, maintaining the system's optimal functionality and addressing any issues promptly and efficiently. 

        Through the careful selection of components, rigorous internal processes, and the integration of advanced control technology, Aspire AVS created a bespok

        • Completion
          December 2023
        • Project Cost
          $275,000
        • Size
          6,500 sq ft.
        • Location
          Charleston, SC
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          Creighton Farms Cinema and Home Automation Project


          Aldie, Virginia

          Summary

          Embarking on a visionary journey with one of our esteemed clients, Aspire AVS was proud to spearhead a project that epitomized the pinnacle of luxury and innovation in residential technology integration. The foundation for this exceptional endeavor was laid with intentional design and pre-wiring, setting the stage for the creation of a truly exceptional private cinema experience within this new construction build. Designed to redefine home entertainment standards, this bespoke cinema showcases cutting-edge features such as decoupling, isolation, and RP-22 Gold Standard. We also provided the unparalleled audio and visual clarity of a pro audio speaker system and a Barco laser projector.

          Beyond the cinematic realm, this residence stands as a testament to sophistication and elegance, boasting comprehensive lighting and shading solutions from Lutron Homeworks. With Ketra lighting and Palladiom shades seamlessly integrated throughout the home, every corner radiates with customizable illumination and ambiance. 

          Aspire AVS's commitment to excellence extends to every detail of the project, from the curated lighting design featuring DMF Fixtures and Proluxe linear lighting to the installation of James Loudspeaker small aperture speakers and LED TVs. Moreover, the integration of outdoor entertainment solutions from Coastal Source ensures that luxury and entertainment seamlessly transition to the outdoors, offering an immersive audiovisual experience that transcends conventional boundaries.  

          This project embodies our dedication to exceeding expectations and setting new standards in residential technology integration, promising to deliver a living space that epitomizes luxury and innovation.

          Beyond the cinematic realm, this residence stands as a testament to sophistication and elegance, boasting comprehensive lighting and shading solutions from Lutron Homeworks. With Ketra lighting and Palladiom Shades seamlessly integrated throughout the home, every corner radiates with customizable illumination and ambiance. Aspire AVS's commitment to excellence extends to every detail of the project, from the meticulously curated lighting design featuring DMF Fixtures and Proluxe linear lighting to the installation of James Audio Small Aperture speakers and LD TVs. Moreover, the integration of Outdoor Entertainment Solutions from Coastal Source ensures that luxury and entertainment seamlessly transition to the outdoors, offering an immersive audiovisual experience that transcends conventional boundaries. With each element meticulously crafted to perfection, this project embodies our dedication to exceeding expectations and setting new standards in residential technology integration, promising to deliver a living space that epitomizes luxury and innovation.

          Project Solution

          Partnering closely with our esteemed builder and interior designers, we have designed and engineered a solution that promises to set a new benchmark in luxury and innovation. At the heart of this project lies a state-of-the-art private cinema, crafted by our team to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience. Decoupling, isolation, and RP-22 sound quality features into the cinematic space, ensuring an immersive audiovisual experience that surpasses the client’s expectations. Aspire AVS has spent two months designing this private cinema to provide the very best in what our industry has to offer. 

          Beyond the cinema, a Control4 system will orchestrate a symphony of lighting and shading solutions throughout the residence, seamlessly integrating Ketra lighting and Palladiom shades to create customizable ambiance and visual aesthetics. With our painstaking attention to detail, every aspect of the lighting design, from DMF fixtures to Proluxe linear lighting, is carefully tailored to perfection.  

          Additionally, the Control4 system effortlessly integrates James Loudspeaker small aperture speakers, LED TVs, and outdoor entertainment solutions from Coastal Source, ensuring a seamless and immersive entertainment experience across the entire property. Through our dedication to design and engineering excellence, coupled with the power of the Control4 smart home system, we are proud to deliver a bespoke solution that exceeds expectations and transforms this residence into a true masterpiece of modern living.

          • Completion
            December 2024
          • Project Cost
            $1,250,000
          • Size
            11,000 sq. ft.
          • Location
            Aldie, VA
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            Great Falls Masterpiece


            Great Falls, Virginia

            Summary

            Aspire AVS is currently engaged in an extraordinary project nestled within the lavish landscape of the DMV area. This architectural marvel radiates opulence and luxury, presenting an enticing challenge that our team eagerly embraces. Collaborating with esteemed industry partner Teabow Residential, we embark on a journey to craft a home that epitomizes sophistication and innovation. Our excitement is palpable as we delve into the intricate details of this masterpiece, infusing it with cutting-edge technology and unparalleled design. 

            At the heart of our involvement lies the integration of a state-of-the-art Lutron lighting system, meticulously tailored to enhance every facet of the home's ambiance. The first floor will showcase the epitome of lighting sophistication with Ketra lighting, setting a precedent for elegance and functionality. Meanwhile, the rest of the residence will be adorned with Lutron Homeworks, ensuring seamless control and unparalleled comfort throughout. 

            Beyond lighting, our scope encompasses the orchestration of a symphony of audiovisual delights, including wiring for 35 zones of audio, 50 displays, 80 motorized shades, 24 surveillance cameras, and a Dolby Atmos 9.2.6 home theater system. With careful attention to detail and unwavering dedication to excellence, Aspire AVS stands poised to transform this architectural gem into a technological marvel that transcends ordinary living.

            Project Solution

            At Aspire AVS, meticulous planning is the cornerstone of our approach to executing projects of unparalleled complexity and sophistication. With several weeks dedicated to the design process alone, we ensure that every facet of the solution is meticulously crafted to perfection. Our team begins by conducting a comprehensive analysis of the project requirements, meticulously dissecting the architectural nuances and client preferences to tailor a solution that seamlessly integrates technology with aesthetics.

            Drawing upon our extensive expertise and industry insights, we collaborate closely with the client and industry partners to conceptualize a solution that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Each component is carefully selected and meticulously positioned within the design framework to optimize functionality, aesthetics, and ease of use. Through iterative refinement and exhaustive testing, we fine-tune every aspect of the solution to ensure flawless performance and uncompromising quality. By investing time and resources into the design phase, Aspire AVS lays a solid foundation for the seamless execution of the project, setting the stage for an unparalleled experience that exceeds the client's wildest expectations.

            • Completion
              Spring 2025
            • Project Cost
              $425,000
            • Size
              25,000 sq. ft.
            • Location
              Great Falls, VA
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            Silo House


            Maryland

            Summary

            We were engaged in a remarkable new construction project in Maryland, initiated by an extraordinary Design and Build firm, and spanning over a year. Our involvement began early, collaborating with the client who was residing in Colorado. With his experience of having a Crestron system in his Colorado home, the client had a well-defined vision for his new home automation setup. This early engagement allowed us to align our designs closely with expectations, ensuring every detail was accounted for in the initial plan. We were contracted to include Shading, Lighting Control, Invisible Speakers, Surveillance, TV's, and Power Management.

            Project Solution

            Midway through the project, we faced an unexpected challenge with the availability of Crestron materials. Demonstrating our flexibility and commitment to quality, we pivoted to a Control4 system without compromising on the client's high standards. We integrated Control4 as the primary control system, seamlessly bringing together top-tier brands like Control4 Lighting, Lutron Shading, Samsung displays, Sonance Speakers, Luma Surveillance, and Future Automated TV Lifts. The result was a cohesive, user-friendly system that surpassed the functionality of his previous setup. Notably, the motorized shades in the home's Silo, extending up to the lookout with eight additional shades, were a highlight, providing precise control over natural light. Throughout the process, the client's clear vision and our proactive communication ensured a smooth execution, culminating in a home automation system that exceeded his expectations and provided a superior user experience. Working with these clients was a wonderful experience, and the property itself was absolutely amazing. It was an absolute pleasure to collaborate with such engaged and appreciative homeowners.

            Drawing upon our extensive expertise and industry insights, we collaborate closely with the client and industry partners to conceptualize a solution that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Each component is carefully selected and meticulously positioned within the design framework to optimize functionality, aesthetics, and ease of use. Through iterative refinement and exhaustive testing, we fine-tune every aspect of the solution to ensure flawless performance and uncompromising quality. By investing time and resources into the design phase, Aspire AVS lays a solid foundation for the seamless execution of the project, setting the stage for an unparalleled experience that exceeds the client's wildest expectations.

            • Completion
              Summer 2023
            • Project Cost
              $275,000
            • Location
              Maryland
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                Brookmont


                Arlington

                Summary

                The Brookmont residence stands as one of Aspire AVS's most architecturally ambitious projects to date, a 9,000-square-foot modern marvel inspired by the proportions and grandeur of classical Greek architecture. Designed as the client's forever home, this Arlington estate demanded a technology platform every bit as refined as the architecture it served. Our role was to make that technology disappear into the structure entirely, so the home's clean lines, expansive volumes, and architectural lighting could speak for themselves.

                The integration is anchored by an exhaustive lighting design built around full DMX-DALI tunable white control. Over 200 recessed fixtures throughout the residence shift seamlessly across color temperature, paired with 32 dedicated linear lighting zones, including the breathtaking ribbons of illumination that trace three flights of floating staircases. The audio system is equally considered, with 12 pairs of James Loudspeakers small aperture speakers throughout the primary living spaces, including the JL 853, the finest small-aperture loudspeaker James produces placed in the rooms that demanded the highest fidelity. Sonance VX Architectural speakers serve secondary zones, while the outdoor experience is delivered by four 3-way Coastal Source bollards spaced through the backyard.

                Lighting and shading control is unified through Lutron HomeWorks, with Alisse keypads positioned throughout the residence and three strategically placed 10-inch touch panels for global system control. Control4 sits at the head end, orchestrating every subsystem, including approximately twenty Faradite occupancy sensors, integrated fan controls, outdoor bug screen automation, and 65 motorized shades that tie the entire home together as a single connected environment.

                Project Solution

                The defining moment of the Brookmont project came midway through the lighting installation, when we discovered that the initially specified DMF trims would not fit cleanly into the home's custom ceiling details. Rather than compromise on appearance, or settle for a workable-but-imperfect outcome, we partnered with DMF directly to engineer a solution. DMF stepped forward as the kind of partner every integrator hopes for, producing 200 custom flangeless trims tailored specifically to this residence. The result is a lighting installation where no fixture interrupts the architecture: every trim sits flush, every reveal is clean, every detail honors the original design intent. It is the kind of outcome that only happens when manufacturer, integrator, and architectural vision are aligned — and it stands as one of the clearest examples of our "Details Matter" core value in physical form.

                • Completion
                  August 2025
                • Project Cost
                  $750,000
                • Project Size
                  9,000 sq. ft.
                • Location
                  Arlington, VA
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                Modern bathroom vanity with light wood cabinetry, white marble counter, and illuminated mirror
                Dark gray wall keypad with four metallic buttons for on, off, niche, recessed, and fan
                Walk-in shower featuring gray stacked horizontal tiles, a built-in bench, and glass door
                Multi-level modern open riser staircase with wood steps and clear glass railings
                Tall floor-to-ceiling windows with black metal frames showing residential street view
                Covered modern patio with gray tiled fireplace, a ceiling fan, and covered display screen
                Large sliding glass doors on a contemporary terrace overlooking trees and houses
                Minimalist modern kitchen with dark cabinets, center island, and wood flooring
                Empty room featuring light hardwood floors, large window, and minimalist pendant light
                Walk-in shower with large white tiles featuring a custom black cracked pattern design
                Black wall-mounted automated keypad panel with nine small circular buttons
                Marble kitchen countertop with metallic sink and long window overlooking green trees
                Minimalist room with white geometric accordion accent wall and circular ring light
                Luxury bathroom with freestanding tub, stone vanities, large mirrors, and modern lighting
                High-angle perspective looking down a multi-story open staircase with glass railings
                White terrace wall featuring covered outdoor television screen and black modern speakers
                Large rooftop terrace with tiled flooring and wall-mounted television under a fabric cover
                Rooftop tiled deck with modern black speakers mounted to white parapet wall
                Front entry door with tall glass window panes and dark metallic panels
                Modern home exterior entrance featuring wall mailbox and a tall glass door assembly
                Front exterior view of a custom contemporary home with black and white structural panels
                Luxury open floor plan dining area with long glass table and dark gray modern chairs
                Tiled rooftop lounge area with modern white wicker shade daybed and covered display screen
                Rooftop patio with large modular colorful sectional sofa and gray tiled flooring
                Expansive rooftop deck with stone tiles, modern outdoor furniture, and surrounding trees
                Back side of open audio visual component rack with complex neatly tied patch cables
                Internet network switch inside server rack with numerous plugged-in white patch cables
                Interior home fitness center room with treadmill, gym bench, and full wall mirror
                Long kitchen island with polished marble countertop and designer white pendant lights
                Minimalist open kitchen and dining area with large roller shades lowered over windows
                Contemporary kitchen side view showing stone counters, dark cabinets, and stainless appliance
                Modern kitchen with marble island stools overlooking a spacious living room area
                Smart television interface displayed on a large high-end mirror media screen
                Entry hallway to modern bathroom with terrazzo stone flooring and dark slate walls
                Black circular architectural outdoor speaker installed inside a garden landscape bed
                Black steel spiral staircase connecting a tiled balcony down to a lower patio
                Smart home automation touchscreen panel on wall above a black lighting keypad controller
                Open basement living room with black sectional sofa, recessed lighting, and game table
                Home training room gym setup with a treadmill, lifting bench, and mirror wall panels
                Spacious modern home basement interior layout with sectionals and sculpted accent chairs
                Indoor kitchen bar area featuring a dark marble island counter under orange tinted lights
                Open plan kitchen layout with long dining table next to wall-sized sliding glass doors
                Three-story custom residential home facade with manicured landscaping and stone walkway
                Architectural open riser staircase with glowing integrated light strips under wood steps
                Downward look from upper landing of floating wood and glass paneled modern staircase
                Floating wood step staircase positioned beside massive multi-story glass window panes
                Grand entrance foyer featuring custom cascading starlight pendant light chandelier
                Modern structural open staircase with dramatic built-in step lighting elements
                Sound testing control room with dual display screens, work counter, and circular acoustic wall array
                Equipment racks, electrical panel, and organized wiring on a plywood utility wall
                Dual server racks and components with structured cable management in a server room
                Media server enclosures and automated control components inside a mechanical room

                  North Ohio


                  Arlington

                  Summary

                  The North Ohio residence is one of the most fully realized integration projects in the Aspire AVS portfolio, a home that exemplifies what our clients increasingly ask of us: pure elegance with technology so quietly woven into the architecture that you only ever feel it. Currently mid-build between the pre-wire and trim phases, this 8,500-square-foot Arlington home brings together the full breadth of our practice, from Aspire's lighting design through every layer of automation that ties the residence together.

                  The lighting design is centered on full-spectrum Lutron Ketra illumination throughout, delivered through two-inch adjustable flangeless fixtures that disappear into the ceiling. DMF supports secondary spaces, guest baths, closets, the garage's Puck lights, while WAC flangeless mud-in step lights detail thresholds and hallways throughout the home. The most distinctive lighting feature is the use of Proluxe's new REIN linear product, an RGB-tunable-white system comparable in performance to Ketra, deployed for impactful grazing in the home's Pilates, Fitness, and Meditation rooms.

                  The audio system takes the opposite approach from a typical luxury build: deliberately restrained. The residence has only one television and four audio zones, each delivered through James Loudspeakers small aperture speakers, because the homeowner wanted technology to support stillness, not interrupt it. Network infrastructure runs deep, however: a heat-map-driven design with ten Ruckus access points ensures wireless coverage is bulletproof throughout the property, complemented by a complete surveillance system and a front-door intercom.

                  Project Solution

                  Beyond lighting and audio, North Ohio is one of the most fully automated residences Aspire AVS has integrated. Forty Palladiom shades and twenty Lutron mud-in drapery tracks, many configured as dual-track installations, provide layered control of natural light throughout. Approximately twenty occupancy sensors orchestrate the system silently. Twenty windows are equipped with grazing electrochromic glass, controlled directly through the Control4 head end so the windows can transition between transparent and opaque states on schedule, scene, or command. Emtek door locks, bug screen control, the home's LED address sign, heated flooring, towel warmers in select bathrooms, garage doors, and outdoor patio heaters all flow through the same unified control framework. The user-facing layer is Lutron's new Alisse keypads, providing tactile, refined control of every system the homeowner touches. North Ohio is, in every sense, the model for the way Aspire AVS now approaches a project from the lighting design forward.

                  • Completion
                    Fall 2026
                  • Project Cost
                    $850,000
                  • Project Size
                    8,500 sq. ft.
                  • Location
                    Arlington, VA
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                  Modern two-story house with a white and dark grey facade and black framed windows
                  Close-up of green and blue network cables neatly labeled and connected to a patch panel
                  Media enclosure panel with various colored wires and cables bundled during construction
                  Structured low-voltage wiring panel with blue cables and multiple electronic modules
                  Parallel electrical panels neatly wired with white and blue cables inside a purple wall
                  Row of empty white equipment enclosures and dark panels installed within wooden wall framing
                  Low-voltage electronic modules and white metal enclosures mounted inside open wall studs
                  Interior view looking down into two empty white metal structured wiring enclosures
                  Detailed look at thick bundles of yellow and grey wires secured with cable ties in a metal tray
                  Open vertical metal cable tray containing organized runs of white and yellow cables
                  Construction room containing structured wiring panels and a bright orange stepladder
                  Unfinished utility area showing wood wall framing with metal enclosures and blue cables
                  Large stack of brown cardboard shipping boxes with white labels stored at a construction site
                  Tall stacks of generic cardboard product boxes arranged neatly inside a framed building room
                  Electrical service wall under construction featuring metal components and loose wire bundles
                  Unfinished basement wall with purple drywall panels next to exposed wooden studs
                  Coils of yellow wire hanging from a purple drywall surface in an unfinished room
                  View between wooden ceiling joists showing a thick bundle of blue wires running along a duct
                  Long bundles of blue and multicolored data wires hanging down from a hallway ceiling frame
                  Thick drapes of blue and white network cabling strung along exposed wooden wall studs
                  Stacked rows of blue cardboard wire dispenser boxes on a concrete floor under construction

                    Outdoor Paradise


                    Rockville

                    Summary

                    When the homeowners of this Rockville property completed a major backyard renovation, adding a new pool, a putting green, a basketball court, and a custom fire pit, they brought Aspire AVS in to do what only Aspire AVS does: revamp the audio and visual experience to match the ambition of the landscape itself. What we delivered was not a typical outdoor system. It was a five-zone audiovisual environment designed to make every corner of the backyard feel like a destination of its own.

                    At the centerpiece sits an 85-inch Samsung Full Sun outdoor television, engineered to perform in direct sunlight where most outdoor displays fail, mounted on a Nexus in-ground TV lift that allows the screen to rise from the deck at the touch of a button and disappear when the day is done. The audio environment is delivered entirely through Coastal Source, the gold standard in outdoor speaker design, in a deliberately tiered configuration. A pair of two-way bollards anchors the basketball court; another pair anchors the fire pit. Two pairs of Coastal Source Razors are installed in the eave of the rear roofline, where the speaker bodies disappear entirely into the architecture. A final pair of Razors mounts to a stone retaining wall on the suntanning deck. And immediately adjacent to the television, a pair of 3-way bi-amped bollards — each with a built-in 10-inch subwoofer, delivers full-range, full-impact sound that fills the entire entertainment zone. Control4 ties every zone together with intuitive control, while a refreshed indoor and exterior wireless infrastructure, including two outdoor access points, ensures coverage throughout the property.

                    Project Solution

                    The Outdoor Paradise project is one of the clearest demonstrations of Aspire AVS's "Own It" core value in action. The project was a full retrofit, meaning every piece of cable infrastructure had to be threaded into a property already built, pool already poured, hardscape already complete, every below-grade route already committed. Compounding the challenge, the installation took place during the single hottest week of the summer, with on-site temperatures ranging from 108 to 115 degrees every day. Cable routing back to the head-end rack required running new pathways across the entire footprint of the basement, on the opposite side of the home from the project. Despite all of it, our team retrofitted the complete interior and exterior solution and brought the project to final completion in under two weeks. The homeowners now have a backyard that performs as beautifully as it looks, and a record of execution under pressure that we are deeply proud of.

                    • Completion
                      Summer 2025
                    • Project Cost
                      $115,000
                    • Location
                      Rockville, MD
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                    Outdoor patio area featuring white Adirondack chairs, a metal fire pit, a firewood rack, and landscape speakers against a wooded backdrop.
                    A large flat-screen outdoor television fully raised from its hidden underground vault, positioned next to a luxury backyard swimming pool.
                    Close-up of a white smart security camera mounted discreetly under the roof eave of a light yellow residential home.
                    Two sleek, dark grey cylindrical outdoor landscape speakers installed in a freshly mulched garden bed behind a wooden retaining wall.
                    A dark grey cylindrical outdoor speaker positioned in the dirt behind a black chain-link fence, next to a wooden retaining wall.
                    A newly constructed rectangular concrete underground TV lift vault next to a backyard swimming pool under construction, with a storage shed in the background.
                    Complex outdoor electrical wiring, conduits, and an open junction box with exposed cables on a brick wall next to an HVAC unit.
                    Clean and organized indoor AV equipment server rack featuring neatly bundled white Ethernet cables and audio-visual components.
                    High-angle view inside the empty concrete underground TV lift bunker showing the black heavy-duty mounting tracks, a floor drain, and a green ladder.
                    Close-up view of the black dual-column motorized mechanical tracks for an outdoor hidden TV lift system mounted to a wood frame inside a concrete vault.
                    The mechanical assembly of a motorized outdoor hidden TV lift system being wired and installed inside its subterranean concrete enclosure.
                    Two technicians working inside a concrete underground bunker to install a motorized outdoor TV lift system, surrounded by tools and mulch.
                    Wide shot of a multi-tiered luxury backyard featuring an artificial turf putting green, stone retaining walls, a swimming pool, and a large two-story house.
                    Interior view of the outdoor TV lift vault showing weather-resistant electrical boxes, conduit lines, and the black cable carrier track system.
                    Close-up of a premium black cylindrical outdoor landscape speaker nestled in a mulch bed between green bushes on a sunny lawn.
                    A black weather-resistant outdoor speaker mounted flat against a stone retaining wall directly above a backyard putting green.
                    The hidden outdoor TV lift concrete vault partially covered with a custom wooden plank lid, flush with the surrounding garden mulch and landscaping.

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