Treat Your Employees, Clients, and Guests to Pure, Delicious-Tasting Water

After a few years of remote work, companies finally decided it was time to return to the office. But for some industries, convincing their employees to leave behind the comfort of home and remote work wasn’t easy. One of the best ways to entice employees to rejoin the office environment is to make the space more comfortable.

At Pacific Audio & Communications, we are committed to optimizing workplaces in Honolulu, HI, through integrated, automated technology systems. These systems make a working environment more pleasant, enjoyable, and safe. In this blog, we’ll address how a building water purification system is essential for a functional, effective, and healthy workforce. 

So without further ado, here are three advantages of installing a water purification system at the office!

Create a Wellness Room in Your Home with 3D Audio

The healing power of sound has been used in many cultures for thousands of years. In ancient times it was known to elicit altered states and emotional responses designed to improve health and well-being. The first known use of music as a healing tool came from the Australian Aborigines, who used the didgeridoo more than 40,000 years ago. 

In more recent times, scientific studies have shown music therapy to reduce pain and anxiety, help stroke patients improve their motor and cognitive functions, lower blood pressure, improve mood, and much more. When we hear the rain falling as we drift off to sleep, the waves breaking along the shore, or the wind rustling the leaves of nearby trees, we develop a sense of peace. Our favorite song can take us from a place of melancholy to serenity. These reactions are in response to sound.

With the advent of three-dimensional audio, the possibilities in immersive sound therapy grew exponentially. With the right surround sound system design, your home in Hawaii can promote health and wellness. In fact, homes on the Big Island, including those in Kailua-Kona and Kamuela, are using their surround sound systems and home theaters to immerse their families in sound therapy and also enjoy the latest blockbusters. Let’s see how it’s done. 

Increase Sales and Customer Satisfaction with a Commercial Sound System

If you’re in the hospitality industry, you’ve undoubtedly heard about the increasing demand for "an experience." While this has always included excellent service and outstanding food, today's customers are looking for more. They want to take a memory with them that stays long after they leave your establishment, and there’s no better way to create this than with live music.

Offering this type of entertainment makes you stand out from your competitors. Guests come to Honolulu, HI, from around the world, many hoping to embrace the laid-back Hawaiian culture and relax for a bit. Nothing sets the stage better than live local music and entertainment while dining al fresco or sitting by the pool under the stars.  

You can build your brand and boost profits by integrating the right music and entertainment. Guests tend to linger a bit, increasing purchases while enjoying the performance. To get you started, let’s explore the makings of a commercial sound system, including the all-important PA system, and how to choose the right one for your location and business.

Make This the Best Season Yet with Smart Lighting and Entertainment

It’s hard to imagine, but before we know it, the season of giving will be upon us. Halloween is just around the corner, and then the many holidays that bring friends and family together. Is your home in Maui, HI, ready for the celebrations to begin? 

Some greet the holidays with immense anticipation and excitement. Others feel a slight sense of dread. After all, despite all the joy they bring, there’s also a lot of work involved. The good news is that whether you live full-time on the islands or are blessed with a vacation home, you’re surrounded by a setting that promotes peace. 

Even better? There’s a system that can help you make this season the best one yet. A home automation company like Pacific Audio & Communications can make your life a little easier, your workload a little lighter, and your home ready for every occasion. 

Let’s look at how to elevate the holidays with home automation. 

Reduce and Monitor Your Energy Usage with Energy Management and Home Automation

We’re fortunate to live on a beautiful island and in a state that has been a leader in conservation and environmental protection for decades. In 2015, Hawaii became the first state in the U.S. to ban plastic bags. In 2018 and 2021, they banned the sale of sunscreens that contain petrochemicals believed to harm coral reefs. They also committed to being carbon neutral by 2045.  

In Kauai, HI, we consider it important to do our part in creating a sustainable environment. In fact, Kauai quit using oil to produce most of its electricity years ago. Today, about 70% of Kauai’s electricity grid is powered by renewables. At Pacific Audio & Communications, we also believe strongly in reducing carbon emissions and helping our clients live a more sustainable life while untethering from the electric grid. 

As an energy management consultant, we empower our clients to take control of their energy consumption, reducing their reliance on the power grid by using load shedding, renewable energy, and smart technology. Let’s see how it’s done.

Perfect the Way Your Home Looks and Feels by Partnering with the Experts

Lighting is an essential component of every room. However, executing the perfect lighting design on your Oahu, HI, property is not an easily accomplished feat. It requires expert insight, skill, and years of experience that only a professional lighting designer like Pacific Audio & Communications can offer.

Whether you want warm-toned hues in your living spaces or love experimenting with a range of fun colors and fixtures to highlight artwork, a professional team creates the perfect lighting design that best fits your unique needs while making your home look and feel its best! Read below to discover how lighting designers make a difference in the functionality and aesthetics of homes just like yours.

Enhance the Guest Experience with an Enterprise Networking Solution

In the hospitality industry, service continually defines the most successful brands, and, in Honolulu, HI, competition is fierce. Unhappy guests call a neighboring hotel or write a bad review before speaking with the manager. 

Today's world has transformed guests' expectations. What used to define high-end service no longer qualifies, as the digital landscape creates guests demanding connectivity no matter where they are on the hotel property. Unfortunately, their technology needs have surpassed some of the networking capabilities of current properties. 

Videoconferencing and high-speed wireless access throughout a property are now considered standard requirements, not amenities. As a result, hotels are addressing this demand through an enterprise networking solution.

An Experienced Smart Home Company Offers the Ultimate in Luxury Living

Have you heard about the nine-story boutique hotel on Waikiki Beach, where every floor is one ultra-luxury suite? You can enjoy a beautiful view of the ocean, a private jacuzzi and sauna, and a butler at your beck and call. Each suite is filled with luxury items from around the world and high-end amenities. 

It’s also a smart suite! 

Guests experience one-touch control of lighting, blinds, climate, and streaming music via intuitive touchscreens and keypads. Each guest is assigned their own profile, which lets them set their music, lighting, and temperature preferences. When they press the “Turndown” scene, the lights dim as the sconces over the beds illuminate, the temperature sets for sleep, and soft music begins playing in the bedrooms and living room. 

A life of luxury! Discover how our smart home company can help you enjoy all of this in your home or condo in Honolulu, HI. 

Learn What a Technology Integrator Can Do for Your Winery

Energy management is becoming an essential component of a business’s strategy. For some, it’s about reducing costs. For others, it’s about minimizing their carbon footprint. For many, it’s a combination of increasing profits and caring for the Earth and future generations. At Pacific Audio & Communications, we’re uniquely positioned as an energy management consultant and electronic systems integrator to help companies achieve their energy goals. 

We not only help businesses come up with an energy management plan but also install and implement the system. An example of this integrated approach can be found at the Del Dotto Winery, our clients in Napa Valley, CA, and a project that won the CEDIA Award for Best Innovative System.

Let’s look at the possibilities and how to reduce your energy load. 

PAC works with Builders and Property Managers to Design, Install and Integrate Smart Lighting Solutions

Are you in the planning stages of a new build or renovating a home or commercial project? Maybe you’re a property manager entrusted to seek out and deliver deep expertise regarding lighting components and integration. If so, now’s the time to work with a lighting designer and home automation expert. At Pacific Audio & Communications, we create total lighting solutions, including the design, installation, and integration of intuitive control systems. 

Smart lighting systems make a tremendous difference in homeowners’ lifestyles. They offer beauty, extreme convenience, energy efficiency, and the ability to transform spaces at the touch of a button. At PAC, we’re uniquely situated as lighting designers and home automation experts, allowing us to bridge the two fields to create the smart home of your dreams! Keep reading below to learn more.

3 of the Best Summer Smart Home Upgrades You Can Make to Your Home in Kauai

Are you still switching on your lights and looking for the right remote to control your different TVs, sound systems, and other electronics? Maybe you leave your shades partially drawn to reduce the direct glare of the sun and the damaging effects of UV rays. In the process, you may miss out on the breathtaking beauty every day on the island offers. 

Homeowners in Kauai, HI, are starting to embrace the world of home automation and the incredible conveniences it offers. At Pacific Audio & Communications, we've installed over a thousand smart home installations in Hawaii, California, and Nevada and received national acclaim for our projects. Are you ready to experience the luxurious lifestyle a smart home provides? 

Summer is the perfect time to work with a leading smart home company, creating unique and beautiful spaces to enjoy with friends and family. So, let's look at the three of the best summer smart home upgrades you can make to your Kauai home.

Create a More Sustainable Home and Workplace with the Help of an Energy Management Consultant

Environmental stewardship, protecting our earth through conservation and sustainable practices, is considered a vital practice in Oahu, HI. We're fortunate to live and work in one of the most beautiful places in the world, and many of us consider it our responsibility to protect it.

While some technology can harm our ecosystem, it can also act as a safeguard. The truth is, you can be eco-friendly without sacrificing your lifestyle or your profits. Are you ready to use technology to create a more sustainable home, workplace, or resort? As an energy management consultant, Pacific Audio & Communications can help. 

Keep your guests connected by adding a robust network to your building 

When you are running a hotel tower, there are a lot of amenities you want to provide for guests. You want to lure guests with beautiful common areas and seamless service. Networking solutions are increasingly becoming a huge part of that package. 

Wi-fi systems are an integral part of commercial buildings, but instead of opting for conventional solutions, an enterprise-level network can benefit your property more. A robust network is far more reliable and secure. Read on to discover the benefits of using enterprise networking solutions in your Oahu, Hawaii, hotel. 

PAC Was One of Pro Source’s 2022 Service Provider Award Recipients 

If you’re planning on automating your home, you must first find a vendor or dealer that can help you get the right products and features for your residential space. It’s always a better option to work with a well-known company in the market when adding an automation system. 

Pacific Audio & Communications is one of the most trusted home automation companies in Hawaii. They were recently awarded the 2022 Service Provider Award for their region. What does that mean when it comes to adding smart technology to your home? 

Below we outline what the award means, and the many reasons PAC stands out from the competition. 

Make your commercial space more convenient and energy-efficient with building automation

Maintaining a large commercial space can be daunting. Depending on the work requirements, you might need to adjust the building’s lighting, climate control systems, conference rooms and more on a daily basis. Fortunately, modern technology allows you to automate many of these tasks through professional building automation systems.

Manage security, access control, lighting, ventilation and even water monitoring from one central hub. Even collaboration areas are improved through remote conferencing capabilities. Read on to learn the top benefits of a building automation system in your Oahu, HI, commercial space. 

How a Home Automation System Updates Your Home and Lifestyle 

Connected homes and smart home technology have become mainstream in recent years. More and more people want to add smart home control to their lives – whether that means automated lighting control, motorized shades, a smart AV system, or all of the above!

In addition, if you’re a property manager, then you want to do your best to find the right solutions to fulfill a homeowner’s wants and wishes. If your home does not have a home control system, then what are you waiting for? Read on to learn why smart home installation is a wise choice for your Hawaii home. 

How Commercial Audio Installation Adds More Enjoyment to the Guest Experience

Hotels and resorts offer more than just fine dining and a comfortable bed. These days, people are looking for ambiance, comfort, and entertainment in luxurious spaces to spend their time. A few amenities won’t do. Your guests want it all! And, of course, you want to give them the very best. Technologies go a long way to help you achieve your goals. Smart TVs with vibrant displays, automated lighting throughout your property, and smart controls in the rooms are excellent choices. 

Another technology that sets the tone for your guests is a high-quality audio system. In fact, commercial audio installation can draw in more customers if you're a resort or hotel owner in Honolulu, HI. Read on to find out all the benefits of commercial audio. 

Transform your backyard into a welcoming space with a Coastal Source landscape lighting designer

If you live in a luxury home, you already understand the importance of landscape lighting. It adds beauty to your property in the evening, and it sets your home apart from all the rest. While many brands offer exceptional solutions for outdoor lighting, Coastal Source remains at the top. 

Work with a Coastal Source landscape lighting designer, and you’ll boost the curb appeal of your home in Big Island, HI. Pacific Audio and Communications offers the best landscape lighting solutions for residential spaces. 

Read on to find out why you need Coastal Source lighting for your smart home. 

Save energy and water at your winery by upgrading to an energy management system

On average, it takes six gallons of water to make one gallon of wine. But you already know how much water and energy is consumed if you're in the winery business. That's why it is extremely important to turn towards energy-efficient solutions. If you're not well-versed with energy-saving methods, don't worry. At Pacific Audio & Communications, we are energy management consultants who can help you save money, energy, and time while you focus on making the highest-quality wine.

Read on to find out why your winery in Sonoma County, CA, needs an experienced energy management consultant.

Transform your backyard into an outdoor theater with help from a leading home audio specialist

Remember drive-in theaters? They were quite popular decades ago, and recently, they have seen another surge in popularity. Even though it’s a fun experience to watch films outside, sometimes it’s a struggle to find the perfect spot to watch the movie. But why worry about it when you can create a cinematic space in your own backyard?

If you’re a homeowner or a property manager, then an outdoor theater could be the perfect solution you need to bring the drive-in theater home, as well as create a space to enjoy the great outdoors with friends and family. Read on to learn how Pacific Audio & Communications, a home audio specialist in Maui, HI, can design an outdoor theater with C SEED TV and landscape audio systems.