Take Full Control of Your Environment with Smart Automation

Home automation is a smart home system that lets you control your lighting, climate, security, entertainment, and more from a single interface—whether that's your smartphone, tablet, voice commands, or wall-mounted touchscreens. Everything connects through a central hub that communicates with your devices, allowing you to create automated scenes like "Good Morning" (which opens shades, adjusts temperature, and starts your coffee) or control everything manually with a tap. The system learns your preferences and can even make adjustments automatically based on time of day, occupancy, or environmental conditions.

Both are premium home automation platforms , but they serve different needs. Control4 is known for its robust, scalable platform that works exceptionally well for homes of any size—from condos to large estates—and offers extensive compatibility with third-party devices. Savant is positioned as a luxury automation solution with a particularly elegant interface and exceptional performance for high-end audio/video integration. Control4 tends to be more versatile for mixed environments, while Savant excels when you prioritize a sophisticated, Apple-like user experience. We help you choose based on your specific needs, budget, and how you actually want to interact with your home.

Absolutely! We specialize in integrating voice control through Josh.ai, which is specifically designed for smart homes and offers superior privacy compared to consumer voice assistants. Josh.ai uses natural language processing, so you can speak normally—"Josh, I'm watching a movie" or "Set the dining room for dinner"—and the system understands context. Unlike generic voice assistants, Josh.ai is privacy-focused with local processing, and it integrates seamlessly with your Control4 or Savant system. You can control lighting, shades, temperature, entertainment, and more, all with natural voice commands throughout your home.

Lutron motorized shades integrate beautifully with your overall smart home system to control natural light and privacy automatically. They can be programmed to open at sunrise to wake you gently, close during the hottest part of the day to reduce cooling costs, or lower automatically when you start a movie in your home theater. You can control them via app, voice commands, or include them in automated scenes. For example, your "Good Night" scene might lower all shades, lock doors, adjust temperature, and turn off lights with a single button press. Lutron shades are whisper-quiet, incredibly reliable, and come in hundreds of fabric options to match your home's aesthetic.

Yes, smart home automation can significantly reduce energy consumption. Lutron lighting control alone can cut lighting energy use by 30-50% through automated dimming and scheduling—lights only run at full brightness when needed and turn off in unoccupied rooms. Automated shades reduce HVAC costs by blocking heat in summer and retaining warmth in winter. Smart thermostats learn your schedule and adjust temperature when you're away. The system also provides insights into your energy usage patterns. While there's an upfront investment, most Martha's Vineyard homeowners see meaningful utility savings, plus the added benefit of extended bulb life and reduced HVAC wear. The real value comes from effortless efficiency—your home optimizes itself without you thinking about it.

We regularly install home automation systems in existing homes throughout Martha's Vineyard! While new construction offers the easiest installation with pre-wired infrastructure, modern automation technology is designed to retrofit beautifully into existing spaces. Wireless protocols, in-wall battery-powered switches, and strategic wiring allow us to add sophisticated control without major renovation. For lighting control, Lutron's solutions can often use existing wiring. Many components communicate wirelessly, so you don't need to run cables everywhere. We assess your home's layout and create a custom plan that minimizes disruption while delivering full functionality. The key is working with experienced integrators who understand both the technology and the unique challenges of island homes.

When properly designed and installed by professionals, smart home systems are remarkably reliable. We use commercial-grade equipment from proven manufacturers like Control4 , Lutron , and Savant—not consumer DIY products. These systems are designed for 24/7 operation with redundancy and failsafe features. Your lights still work manually if the automation fails, and most systems have battery backup. The key is proper installation, quality network infrastructure , and ongoing support. That's where our MV Care plans come in—we provide proactive monitoring, software updates, and guaranteed response times. Most of our clients never think about their automation; it just works day after day. When issues do arise, they're typically simple fixes we can often resolve remotely.

The best first step is scheduling a consultation with our team at MVIS. We'll visit your home to understand your lifestyle, discuss which areas frustrate you or could be improved, and identify your priorities—whether that's lighting control , climate management, security integration , or whole-home automation. We'll show you how different systems work and provide a tailored proposal with transparent pricing. You can also visit our showroom in Vineyard Haven to experience the technology hands-on. Many clients start with a single room or system (like automating their primary bedroom or adding lighting control) and expand over time. Because we're local to the island, we provide personalized service and long-term support that off-island integrators simply can't match.