Have you ever invested in smart home tech that doesn’t work the way you want it to? In this episode, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson of beSpoke real estate sit down with Kris Pagano, founder of Desert Media Technologies, to talk about smart homes that actually deliver – from hidden speakers to Grateful Dead-level sound systems.Kris breaks down the do's and don'ts of automation, why prewiring doesn't always mean what you think it does, and how early integration with your design team is key. Whether you're building a luxury modern home or just want better Wi-Fi in your backyard, this episode is packed with valuable insights.🎧 CHAPTERS (0-25 Minutes Estimated)00:00 – Intro & banter
02:00 – Meet Kris Pagano of Desert Media Tech
03:15 – What makes home automation fail (and how to avoid it)
04:20 – The importance of early planning and design collaboration
06:00 – Hidden tech: speakers, TVs, and seamless integration
08:00 – The truth about “pre-wired” spec homes
09:00 – Why high-speed Wi-Fi is the #1 request
10:30 – Lighting control & the power of scene settings
13:00 – Scenes for realtors: “Show” and “All Off” buttons
14:45 – What you can automate (lighting, AC, shades, music & more)
16:15 – Top systems: Crestron, Lutron, Savant
18:00 – Reliability, redundancy & service plans
19:00 – Why systems need ongoing updates
21:00 – Managing expectations & preventing overcomplication
22:00 – Kris’s start in car audio & journey into luxury AV
24:00 – Rapid-fire Q&A: tacos, mountain biking, and electrical shocks🔔 Subscribe for more insider conversations on modern architecture, design, and Arizona real estate.🔹 Where to Find Kris Pagano🌐 Website: https://desertmediatech.com/🔹 Where to Find beSpoke Real Estate:🌐 Website: https://bespokephx.com📸 Instagram: @bespoke.phx 📚 Facebook: / bespoke.phx#modernhomemastermind
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