Upgrades

GENERAL HOME UPDATES

Solar Power & Battery Backup

Installation:

Performed by Artisan Electric, a full-service solar and electrical contractor based in Seattle.

System Features:

Large solar array achieving near net-zero energy consumption annually.
Emergency power zones ensure critical appliances (e.g., refrigerators, hot water heaters, bedroom lights) remain operational during outages.
Equipped with SolarEdge Home Wave Inverters.

Networking & Infrastructure

Wiring:

Extensive interior network wiring provides a 10G backbone between the server and the office, with a major network trunk to the entertainment room.

Network:

High end Unifi equipment, with fiber, cat6a for 10g, multiple switches.

Equipment:

Utilizes high-end UniFi equipment, including fiber, Cat6a cabling, and multiple switches.

Design:

Smurf tube installed between the server room and the main panel located in the laundry room.

Doorbell:

UniFi protected doorbell with package detection

Security Systems

ADT Security:

Comprehensive 40+ zone system with motion detectors, glass break sensors, window and door switches.
Features backup communication and multiple repeaters for extensive coverage.
Includes 2 large LCD control panels and one standard panel, all internet-controlled.
Separate internet control module for security

UniFi Protect Cameras:

Approximately 15 cameras installed, with remote monitoring available in the laundry room. A channel that broadcasts in the TV room and office.
Garage area cameras are AI models capable of capturing license plates.
System includes a UniFi Protect NVR supporting 3-6 months of video storage.

Ring Cameras:

Two Ring exterior motion lights/cameras added for backyard monitoring and enhanced motion light control.

Lighting & Electrical

Smart Lighting:

All lights equipped with Deako (local company) smart switches, allowing internet control, automation settings, dim levels, and macros for triggering multiple lights from any switch (example- primary bedroom light can turn on outside lights)
Smart internet-controlled lights installed for backyard valences and entrance, enabling sunset-driven lighting with full color control.

Outlets:

USB charging outlets installed throughout the house, with a mix of smart outlets.

Fixtures:

All lights replaced with designer LED fixtures.(deako.com)

Audio & Entertainment

Whole-House Audio:

Separate sound zones for every room, bathroom, and outside deck, controlled by Sonos Amps, allowing internet-controlled audio.
Ceiling-embedded speakers installed in bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and living room.

Media Room:

Equipped with a DTS/Atmos surround sound system, in-wall and in-floor speakers, a 4K Sony projector, and centralized remote control.
Supports various media inputs including DVD, Xbox, Roku, Apple TV, and FireTV.(Sonos)

Interior Enhancements

Cabinetry:

Custom-built cabinets added throughout the house, including the back kitchen, dining island, laundry room, primary bedroom walk-in closet, spirit room, and utility room.

Flooring:

All floors replaced with hardwood, featuring flush baseboards.

HVAC:

Existing forced air system removed, replaced with micro splits in each room, providing individually zoned AC/heat with 5 heat pumps.

Plumbing & Bathrooms

Primary Bathroom:

Completely redone with heated floors, a luxurious tub, a Kohler electric heated toilet/bidet, double shower and wand, and custom marble throughout.
Equipped with towel warmers.

Other Bathrooms:

All bathrooms renovated with glass shower dividers and other upgrades.
Downstairs bathroom includes a steam unit from Mr. Steam, supporting aromatherapy.

Exterior & Landscaping

Shades:

Exterior remote-controlled sun shades installed along the primary western windows, provided by Custom Electrical Services and NW Natural Lighting.

Irrigation:

8-10 zone irrigation system with a Rachio controller, allowing internet control and smart watering.
Flow detectors installed for automatic monitoring of any issues.
Extensive drip irrigation added throughout the landscaping.

Landscaping:

Enhancements include the addition of hydrangeas, trees, and a rose garden.

Garage & Entry

Garage:
- New gutters added along the top of the garage.
- New garage motors and slides installed, with internet control capabilities.
- Electric car charger installed
- New garage floor
Entry:
- Electronic locks added to the main entrance, garage, and garage exterior.
- Opening kitchen window added for improved ventilation.
- Downstairs dog wash station
- Chandeliers can be lowered for cleaning with switch in the office
Shades:
- Remote-controlled electronic shades from The Shade Store, integrated with smart home controls.
- Offers light filtering and privacy at the push of a button

ROOM SPECIFIC UPDATES

Living Room

Fireplace:

- High-efficiency Israeli Ortal Heat fireplace, known for its clean, modern design and sealed combustion.
- Custom work to support the structure.

Primary Bedroom

Closet:

Large walk-in closet with custom cabinetry, pre plumbed for laundry, and a built-in jewelry safe.

Audio:

Ceiling-embedded speakers connected to the Sonos system.

Lighting:

Smart lighting with Deako switches and electronic shades.

Primary Bathroom

Features:

Heated floors and custom marble finishes.
Luxurious tub and double shower with wand.
Kohler electric heated toilet/bidet.
Towel warmers installed.

Audio:

Ceiling-embedded speakers connected to the Sonos system.

Lighting:

Smart lighting with Deako switches.

Entertainment/Media Room

Audio/Visual:

DTS/Atmos surround sound system with in-wall and in-floor speakers.
4K Sony projector and centralized remote control.
Supports DVD, Xbox, Roku, Apple TV, and FireTV.

Office

Furniture:

Custom American black walnut bookshelf, a project that took approximately six months to complete.

Audio:

Ceiling-embedded speakers connected to the Sonos system.

Lighting:

LifX smart lights with full color control.

Networking:

Connected to the 10G network backbone.

Kitchen

Audio:

Ceiling-embedded speakers connected to the Sonos system

Lighting:

Smart lighting with Deako switches.

Windows:

Opening kitchen window added for improved ventilation.

laundry Room

Appliances:

Equipped with a high-end Miele washer and dryer.

Cabinetry:

Custom cabinetry installed for additional storage.

Networking:

Houses the main panel connected via smurf tube to the server room.

Security:

Contains a remote monitor for the UniFi Protect camera system.

Wine Room

Features:

Custom wine room with a cooling unit and special insulation.
Custom rack with approximately 350-bottle capacity.

Spirit Room

Audio:

Ceiling-embedded speakers connected to the Sonos system

Lighting:

Smart lighting with Deako switches.

Cabinetry:

Custom cabinetry installed for storage.

Utility Room

Cabinetry:

Custom cabinetry installed for storage.

Networking:

Part of the home's extensive network infrastructure.

Whole House Water Filter:

Equipped with automatic overflow detection and shut off

Two tankless water heaters