Awards & Recognition
What an honor to be inducted into the Lutron Hall of Fame! The Lutron Hall of Fame was created in 2009 to recognize excellence and dedication in the marketplace. Inductees are evaluated on several components: years of doing business with Lutron, loyalty, reputation, dedication to their business, market expansion efforts, execution of initiatives, project innovations using Lutron products and revenue growth. Read More…
We're thrilled to share that we've received the prestigious CEDIA Excellence in Documentation Award! This award recognizes our unwavering dedication to producing top-notch project documentation, and we're honored to stand out in our industry for our meticulous and comprehensive records. We're excited to keep setting high standards in documentation and providing top-tier service and technology solutions. Read More…
Nestled in a remote mountain location, surrounded by rugged terrain, this site exudes an enchanting allure with its breathtaking views and serene ambiance, making it a highly sought-after destination for second and third home clients. In this project, where harmony with the surroundings was paramount, a unique challenge presented itself: incorporating technology into the environment without compromising aesthetics. Read More…
We take great pride in taking a holistic approach to each project, spending time with our clients to understand the vision, and ensuring the technology we use compliments the design of the space. We are thrilled to announce that we have been selected as the James Loudspeaker integrator of the year in 2022. This award recognizes dealers for their exceptional achievements and implementation of the Sonance and James Loudspeaker design philosophy. Read More…
What started as an immersive audio case study ended up being the project that brought SAV Digital Environments the CE Pro Bronze award for Home of the Year. With our award in hand and smiles ear to ear, we are proud to showcase what custom integration really means with this iconic project located in Big Sky, MT. We worked within a very specific set of parameters and were able to create what Derek Flikkema, our lead technology advisor, refers to as a “majestic luxury lodge.” Read More…
Overlooking the beautiful vast landscapes of South-Central Montana, tucked away in the Rocky Mountains between Bozeman and Big Sky, lies a sweeping hilly paradise. Working closely with the clients, Kathy Koelzer from Montana Expressions, and Phillip Journey from Journey & Sons, we were able to help create a home theater and lounge space for the couple, reflecting their present-day style while keeping the traditional "ranch feel" design elements and build intact. Read More…
The story of this home is very unassuming, but that was the objective: to create the most intuitive, discreet, thoughtful smart home possible for our client. Within is centralized distributed audio that extends and communicates to locally placed equipment. An audio/video system that is not only brilliant in sound, but modern, easy to control, and beautiful. Automated lighting and shades throughout timed and tuned to the client's preferences. Security and surveillance providing 24/7 peace of mind. Climate control always at the ideal temperature. And so much more. Read More…
A common myth about home technology is that it will get in the way of great design. That it means giant screens, or speakers, or both. That it's not compatible with the quiet life. This gorgeous, welcoming space was thoughtfully integrated by SAV Digital Environments and includes automated shades, lighting and climate control, discreet speakers, and high-level security, surveillance and life safety. Read More…
SAV Digital Environments proudly won the 2024 Technology Designer Performance Home Award for Best Technology Design & Integration at CEDIA this year. This recognition reflects our commitment to excellence and the dedication of our entire team and partners. While we value the recognition, for us, awards are about celebrating the hard work, late nights, and relentless pursuit of perfection that drive every project we take on. Read More…
Hidden Magic: In addition to the architecture and interior design, the cutting-edge digital component of the home contributed to its winning status—many amenities are invisible when you enter the home, which helps create the home’s tranquility. SAV worked with WRJ Design from the beginning of this project to provide lighting control, automated window treatments and AV throughout the home, amongst more. Read More…
Industry Awards Examples
The Custom Integration industry is growing fast, and integrators around the world want to be recognized for the work they do. We’re no exception. SAV has realized that though there are many awards that everyone is familiar with, there are opportunities that may be less visible or overlooked. Check out the list of potential awards you can apply for below, and please let us know if we’re missing any.
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CEDIA is the largest trade show in the CI industry, and has many categories that are open for submission. Ranging from Excellence in Rack-Building/Design to Best Marine Integration, there are plenty of categories to choose from. The awards portal for the current year closes June 1, check out the site for further details. Dates are subject to change.
Standard Documentation:
Pictures: obviously the most important part
Write-up: a system overview is always included
Details: for each category, there will be individual requirements, though CEDIA's site is a bit vague here. Best practice: choose some categories, start collecting info about how the project was integrated based on the client's needs, record this information to be prepared ahead of time
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The Home Technology Association has a list of criteria that help home technology firms differentiate themselves from the competition - only 3% of all firms meet this criteria. If your firm meets the criteria, you will be given a merit-based award according to the HTA certification standards. The HTA awards are only awarded to certified firms, but the selection process is ongoing.
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Lutron Awards revolve around creative integration of their products, such as Best Homeworks and Best Collaboration with Interior Designer. These awards must be submitted for by 11:59pm EDT on Friday, July 26th. Dates subject to change yearly, please check out the submission site below for further details and submission guidelines.
Lutron Awards Judgement Criteria
Questionnaire Examples:
Provide a detailed overview of the project
Equipment list of Lutron products used on this project
What challenges, if any, did you encounter during the project?
Did you work with an interior designer, architect, or lighting designer on this project?
Why is this project deserving of a Lutron Excellence Award?
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The Sonance Design Awards include James Loudspeaker products, as one might expect, and focus mostly on seamless integration of products that blend into the background or disappear completely. Projects can be submitted throughout the year, though they are announced at CEDIA, so if you want to be recognized on stage, you should submit well before CEDIA happens (early September). Otherwise, you may have to wait til the next year.
Required Submission Information:
Project Location - this will remain private and is used for the judges to gain context about the surrounding area of the project
Description - this is a general breakdown of the project
Photos - always include photos of the whole project, or at least views of the rooms being described, as well as close-up shots of the technology systems installed
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The TD Performance Home Awards focus on technology design (huge surprise here) AND technology integration, but the technologies they look for are specifically integrated technologies that show the design-build teams' adherence to the clients' visions. Submissions are due by July 15th.
Technology Designer Awards Applications
Questionnaire Example:
Describe the nature of the technology design
Describe the technologies and innovations
Describe the engineering highlights
If you worked closely with trade partners (architect, contractor, interior designer, lighting designer, etc.) please list them
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The CES Awards actually focus on the products themselves, rather than the integration of said products. However, if you're an industry partner of an integrator, don't miss these awards. The submission deadline is in August, subject to change each year.
Submission Guidelines:
Product submitted must be available in the market for the first time after Apr. 1, 2024 or must be projected to be available in the market by Apr. 1, 2025.
Applicant representative must be 18 years of age or older at the time of entry and authorized to submit the product on behalf of the Applicant.
Entry must include a minimum of two different high-resolution product images.
•Emailed and/or hard copy application will not be accepted.
•Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.Application should be written in English. Any accompanying video should have English subtitles if recorded in another language.
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The CEPro Home of the Year awards have many categories, from Best Shades to Best Budget/Compromises Project. The regular submission deadline is July 26th.
Sample Questionnaire:
Equipment Used - Write out or upload a list - Please provide a full equipment list of everything used in this installation. Everything! In addition to all of the controls, displays, and A/V equipment, don't forget wire and cable, power management, lighting, A/V furniture, security, phones, networking, etc. Provide the quantity, manufacturer, and model number.
Challenges and Compromises - What were the biggest challenges and compromises on this project? Explain what the challenges were, how you overcame them and how the compromises were resolved with the client, trade partners, and other external forces. (up to 200 words)
What makes this project stand out? - Consider your technical prowess, product lines, special skills, special relationships, licensing, operations and processes, etc. (up to 200 words)
Project description - Please provide a promotional description to be used in print and online. (up to 200 words)
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Leon celebrates their integrators with yearly awards. The portal opens in February and is not available until that time, but winners from previous years can be found here:
*The Fine Print: These Industry Award Examples are provided for reference only, serving as a tool to illustrate potential achievements in our home technology industry. We hold no responsibility for your submissions or any alterations to the guidelines. Concerning photography submitted with your entries, we are not liable for any misuse. We recommend always adhering to applicable rules and regulations when using or obtaining photographs.