Overview
This stunning lakefront property showcases the pinnacle of Savant integration. Every room features intelligent lighting that adapts to the time of day, promoting natural circadian rhythms. The whole-home audio system delivers pristine sound throughout, while motorized shades respond automatically to sun position and temperature.
Systems integrated
The challenge
New construction on a Lake Forest lakefront site, with owners coming off a difficult prior integration experience. The brief was a system the family could actually use day-to-day, that respected the architecture of the site, and that worked on the first try.
Technical scope
Savant Pro Host backbone with a redundant Ubiquiti network core. 47 Lutron HomeWorks QSX keypads programmed with circadian Daylight Mode scenes tied to true sunrise/sunset at Lake Forest latitude. Whole-home audio across 22 zones via Sonos and Savant audio matrix, hidden in-wall and in weather-rated outdoor enclosures. Motorized roller and Roman shades on 31 openings, automated by sun-angle and indoor temperature feedback. Climate zoning across 8 HVAC zones with Savant-integrated thermostats.
Outcome
Move-in occurred on the planned date with the system fully commissioned. Daily operation since has been routine — the system runs the household scenes the family asked for, and post-installation service has consisted of a single scheduled firmware update handled remotely.
Engagement
Timeline
11 months · new construction
Investment range
Discussed privately
Outcomes
32
Rooms automated
47
Lighting scenes
22
Whole-home audio zones
8
HVAC zones
Capabilities
- Savant Pro Host
- Daylight Mode
- Whole-Home Audio
- Motorized Shades
- Security Integration
- Climate Zones
- Voice Control
Client perspectives
“We interviewed five integrators before selecting SilverGate. The difference was immediate—Tom understood we wanted technology that disappeared. The Daylight Mode has genuinely improved our sleep quality, and the system anticipates our needs instead of demanding attention.”
“The energy savings surprised us. But what I value most is the consistency. Every system works, every time. No troubleshooting, no technical support calls.”
