Convert Your Existing Recessed Lights to Sleek LED Fixtures 

Have you heard of ‘quiet ceilings’? The latest interior design phenomenon, quiet ceilings are a sleek and minimalistic approach to recessed lights. The idea is to notice the warmth and illumination from LED lights—but not the fixture itself. 

To achieve quiet ceilings, we use small aperture, recessed downlights with a narrower opening than older recessed lights. DMF Lighting, one of our preferred lighting manufacturers, offers recessed downlights with apertures as small as four and even two inches wide. 

But you don’t need to redo your ceilings to achieve a sleek, modern lighting design. DMF Lighting’s retrofit lighting solutions make it easy to upgrade outdated light fixtures to sleek, new LEDs. Here’s how it works—and how your home’s interior will look so much better. 

Looking for lighting design and installation services in Dallas, TX? Contact Texadia Systems to get started! 

A Guide to Successful Hybrid Communication & Conference Room Design 

Forbes put it bluntly in their 2023 headline: “Embrace Hybrid Work or Lose Talent.” 

They had a point—one in four U.S. workers would rather undergo a root canal than commute five days a week to an office. Meanwhile, 39 percent of remote workers would rather quit than return to office for even one day. 

While many companies are returning to work fully in-person, if you want to attract and retain top talent, hybrid is the way to go. Imagine two job listings for the same role with the same salary—yet one is hybrid, and the other is in-office five days a week. Which position do you think will attract the best candidates? 

If your company has struggled to make hybrid work or has considered abandoning it altogether, here’s how you can improve conference room design for a hybrid future.

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See Everyone in Their Best Light!

When looking into creating the optimal video conferencing solutions for hybrid meetings, it seems appropriate to focus on the smart cameras, beamforming microphones, and 4K UHD displays, the technology that takes a meeting from distracting and disjointed to productive and collaborative. 

Because of this, one essential feature is often left out: the lighting that ensures a positive experience for remote and in-person participants. With the right lighting, everyone can clearly see each other and any shared content. If you have the wrong lighting instead, the glare and shadows can be distracting, making it difficult to focus fully on who’s speaking and the presentation they may be sharing.

To ensure the optimal experience, it’s essential to consider meeting room lighting for your Plano, TX, and Dallas-Fort Worth business. At Texadia Systems, we help companies transform their hybrid workforce and video conferencing into dynamic and engaging connections. Here, we’ll explore the role of light in this drive to excellence.

To learn more about working with our team to optimize video room conferencing lighting and technology, contact Texadia Systems.

Witness Ketra for Yourself at Our Dallas-Fort Worth Showroom 

Today, many homeowners turn to DIY smart lighting solutions like Philips Hue or Wyze to elevate their lighting experience. While these smart bulbs are convenient, they’re not in the same league as Ketra. Ketra, powered by Lutron, delivers a world of possibilities that far surpass the limitations of typical smart bulbs.

If you’re looking for reliable and beautiful smart lighting solutions, Texadia Systems invites you to visit our Ketra lighting showroom in Addison, TX. Here’s what makes Ketra the premium choice for luxury smart lighting—and why it’s worth experiencing in person.

Learn more about our Dallas-Fort Worth Ketra lighting showroom here! 

Natural Light and the Gift of Well-Being

Natural light has a profound effect on humans. When sunlight enters our eyes in the morning, it produces serotonin, a neurotransmitter that provides feelings of well-being and happiness. As daylight fades away and darkness descends, melatonin, the hormone that prompts relaxation and sleep, increases. 

All these changes and many more are a product of light and darkness. Why?

For eons, we lived according to the rhythm of nature. We woke to the first light and retired when the night arrived, and our bodies responded, creating the internal environment appropriate for activity and foraging or rest. 

The trouble began when our time spent outdoors grew few and far between. By some estimates, we spend about 90% of our time indoors today. The result is restless sleep, lack of energy, low productivity, and fatigue. 

That's where Ketra's dynamic tunable lighting comes in. More than breathtaking, high-performance LED lighting, it creates an environment that enhances well-being, productivity, and the overall enjoyment of a space. 

Here, we'll explore this remarkable lighting system and how it's transforming lighting design in Southlake, TX, and the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. To learn more about this state-of-the-art system, contact Texadia Systems today.

Own a Smart System? Lutron Fits In Seamlessly 

Lutron’s motorized shades are arguably the best on the market. Available as roller shades, blinds, and drapes in countless fabrics, Lutron’s shades can be automated to follow specific schedules with whisper-quiet motors. 

But another benefit of Lutron shades is their ability to integrate with other home automation systems. If you already use a smart system like Savant or Control4, here’s what you can expect when you add Lutron shades. 

Want to see Lutron motorized shades in action? Visit our showroom in the Dallas, TX, area. 

Are These Pitfalls Ruining Your Video Conferencing Experience? 

Communication is key to running a successful business. But it’s even more imperative when your business is hybrid or remote. 

If people can’t comfortably engage and share ideas, staff may start to feel siloed and isolated. This can easily lead to miscommunication and details falling through the cracks—all snowballing into a business that’s in trouble.

If your video conferencing experience isn’t smooth or easy to initiate, you could be unconsciously hampering your company’s morale. Here are five common pitfalls businesses experience with virtual meetings—and how we can fix them. 

Looking for video conferencing solutions in the Dallas, TX, area? Contact Texadia Systems to get started.  

Creating Environments Where Technology Serves Humanity 

Communication is key in healthcare. At Texadia Systems, we understand that every second and detail count when it comes to helping patients. 

Our audio-visual solutions are designed to provide the most comfort, convenience, and ease of use for those who need it most, helping both patients and staff. From critical paging systems to serene background music, our solutions touch lives. 

If your healthcare facility’s AV is years or even decades old, it’s time for an upgrade. Here’s what our design-build process and services can provide for your organization! 

Explore All the Possibilities with Lutron’s Automated Shades 

Lutron is world-renowned for its smart lighting solutions, but did you know they also lead the industry in motorized shading? At Texadia Systems, we proudly showcase Lutron's cutting-edge shading systems at our showroom near Dallas, TX. 

Here, you can experience the firsthand convenience and efficiency of Lutron shading. Let’s explore all that Lutron shades offer and how we can customize them for your home! 

Contact Texadia Systems here to schedule an appointment at our Lutron showroom! 

Discover the Benefits of Proactive AV Managed Services

AV managed services have become a standard solution for Dallas, TX, businesses enhancing their audio-video systems. These services ensure scalable solutions, enabling companies to adapt and expand over time. From cloud infrastructure to software upgrades, you’re ensured a business that stays up-to-date and aligned with the latest technology. 

This strategic investment provides reliability and resilience on an ongoing basis, from designing and building to remote and onsite support. The benefits of AV services include fixed costs, remote support, guaranteed onsite service in a specific time period, maintaining equipment, upgrading when needed, and creating a scalable infrastructure that grows with you. 

Are you ready to experience the peace of mind that comes with AV managed services? Contact Texadia Systems to learn about the many options and the benefits it brings. 

Upgrading Your Lighting Design Is Easy with DMF Lighting 

Is it time to finally update your home’s lighting fixtures to LEDs? Manufacturing of most incandescent bulbs has been banned for environmental reasons, and CFL bulbs are next. 

Not only are LEDs vastly more energy efficient than other light bulbs, but certain smart LEDs can also be intelligently controlled, letting you adjust the brightness and color with a tap of a button. This makes them ideal for smart homes and lighting design.

In most cases, you can simply screw an LED bulb into the legacy light socket. But in other scenarios, you’ll need an adaptor or retrofit kit to upgrade to LEDs. Let’s see if your Dallas–Fort Worth home needs to retrofit your fixtures—and how easy the solution can be. 

Looking for lighting design services in the Dallas, TX, area? Contact Texadia Systems to learn more. 

A Guide to Selecting Smart Home Automation

Are you ready to create the smart home of your dreams? The key to an exceptional experience is integrating the connected systems that offer the greatest enjoyment and ease of living, unique to your preferences and way of life. In essence, customization is the essential ingredient to living your best life in a smart home. 

So, where to begin?

Here, we'll explore some top considerations when designing your smart home in Dallas, TX. Of course, it's always good to remember that you're not alone. While the choices may feel overwhelming, when you work with Texadia Systems, you've got a wealth of information at your disposal. As a full-service design/build AV and technology firm, we provide end-to-end solutions for your Dallas/Ft. Worth smart home.

We start with the consultation phase, developing an understanding of the technology and entertainment that would genuinely enhance your life. Then, we design a smart home automation system that ensures effortless control while elevating your home's aesthetics. 

To learn more about our unique approach to an elevated lifestyle, contact our team at Texadia Systems. Now, let's explore some of those options. 

Why Our Process Makes All the Difference 

When it comes to AV integration, there’s more to it than simply installing technology. At Texadia Systems, we believe in transforming spaces into dynamic hubs of collaboration that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations. 

As your premier AV integration partner in Dallas/Ft. Worth, our difference lies in how we impact your design, experience, and the lifespan of your technology. Here’s how we do it differently from other integration firms. 

Ensure Business Meetings Are Productive and Engaging

There was a time when most meetings took place in person, with many employees and owners traveling across the country to engage directly with clients, other employees, and board members. The last several years have changed that landscape tremendously, as companies found that staff could still be productive when working from home, and they could significantly reduce travel expenses by implementing virtual meetings.

As with any new endeavor, pain points became apparent. The following represent some of the common issues faced in today’s conference room AV in Dallas, TX, and the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Fortunately, there are solutions that help enhance virtual meetings and take companies to the next level of productivity, collaboration, and brand image.

At Texadia Systems, we help business owners advance and improve their bottom line by integrating the latest technology. To further explore the changing landscape of video conferencing and the possible solutions, contact Texadia Systems today. 

From Warm to Cool, Bright to Dim, and Everything In Between 

From wine to cheese, speakers to cars, every industry has its low-end and high-end varieties. And the same applies to smart lighting. 

While DIY smart LEDs are available in stores like Target, these Wi-Fi and Bluetooth bulbs are only entry-level devices. You can connect your phone to a few bulbs, select from a palette of colors, and dim the lights. 

But that’s only just dipping your toes. With a high-end lighting control system, you can simultaneously adjust the mood and atmosphere for entire rooms or the whole house. You can control indoor and outdoor lights even when you’re away from home. 

You won’t depend on Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to control the lights, either, and can use wall keypads, remotes, and voice commands in addition to phone control. Plus, bulbs are only the start—there are also linear lights, track lights, downlights, and more. 

So where can you find such sophistication? Ketra. Ketra is the smart lighting brand favored by lighting designers worldwide. Explore the vast capabilities Ketra can offer your Dallas, TX, home below. 

Interested in lighting design and smart lighting solutions in Dallas–Fort Worth? Contact Texadia Systems to learn more. 

Video Conferencing Shouldn’t Be One-Size-Fits-All

As more businesses adopt a hybrid work model, video conferencing remains a staple in everyday operations. But the size and layout of your meeting spaces may call for different solutions than a standard camera and soundbar setup. You may need conferencing solutions in a large meeting room, auditorium, or a simple system for a huddle room. 

This is where Microsoft Teams Rooms come into play, offering unparalleled flexibility and scalability. Let’s explore how these rooms can be tailored to different spaces and ensure a future-proof investment.

Looking for a Teams Room installer in the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, area? Contact Texadia Systems to get started.

Sync Outdoor TVs, Audio & Lighting to One System 

Imagine this: you step out onto your patio or lawn, and with a tap of a button, landscape lights activate to the perfect color and brightness settings. At the same time, the outdoor TV turns on, and weatherproof speakers connect at the ideal volume level. With multiple speakers installed around your living area, you enjoy media with rich, detailed sound. 

All of this is difficult to achieve on your own. Professional outdoor entertainment systems, like those you may see at an outdoor restaurant or venue, use control systems only available through certified dealers (like Control4 and Savant) and require strategically installed low-voltage wiring. 

When you hire an integrator to install an outdoor entertainment system, the results are immersive, seamless, and easy to use. Consider the following possibilities! 

Looking for outdoor TVs and entertainment in Dallas, TX? Contact Texadia Systems here.

A Look at How Lutron Can Change the Way You Experience Your Home

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you illuminate your Dallas home? At Texadia Systems, we're excited to bring you the world of Lutron, a name synonymous with innovative, high-end illumination. Whether you're building a new home, renovating, or simply looking to upgrade your lighting, Lutron lighting solutions can transform your space from ordinary to extraordinary.

From the vibrant hues of Ketra fixtures to the seamless control of HomeWorks QS, Lutron doesn't just illuminate your home; it creates an experience. You can see it all in action right here in Dallas at our Lutron-certified showroom. Let's explore a few of the ways Lutron lighting can change your whole view on home illumination. 

Transform Your Dallas Home or Business with the Magic of Ketra

Texadia Systems is thrilled to announce the grand opening of our new Ketra-certified showroom near Dallas, TX. As an authorized Ketra dealer, we have completed comprehensive training and certification to provide the ultimate smart lighting experiences. 

Ketra, the high-end lighting control brand owned by Lutron, is renowned for its revolutionary LED lighting solutions that offer unparalleled sophistication, control, and customization. Learn what sets Ketra apart and what you can expect from our smart home showroom. 

Interested in home automation and building-wide lighting control? Visit our Dallas showroom to learn more. 

Improving the Zoom Room Experience with Q-SYS

Zoom Rooms have become a staple for modern meetings, sharing, and collaboration for businesses across the country. They offer features such as HD video and audio, one-touch meeting join, content sharing, and hardware interoperability. However, controlling other room devices like displays, lighting, shades, and HVAC often requires separate remotes or interfaces, leading to inconvenience and confusion.

Stopping mid-meeting to fiddle with cables and controls can be distracting and confusing for those unfamiliar with all the different technologies. Thankfully, there’s a solution to this jumble. 

Enter Q-SYS Control, a platform for audio, video, and control. The new Q-SYS Control for the Zoom Rooms app allows users to manage various endpoints directly from the standard Zoom Rooms controller. Q-SYS simplifies the configuration process with a wide range of third-party device plugins. Users can access Q-SYS Room Controls from the same touch screen they use to manage their Zoom meetings, eliminating the need to switch devices.

Here’s how Q-SYS for Zoom Rooms works and can help your business. Curious to learn more? Contact Texadia Systems in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX.