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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