Modern Home Automation Secrets with Kris Pagano | Bespoke Real Estate

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 & banter02:00 – Meet Kris Pagano of Desert Media Tech03:15 – What makes home automation fail (and how to avoid it)04:20 – The importance of early planning and design collaboration06:00 – Hidden tech: speakers, TVs, and seamless integration08:00 – The truth about “pre-wired” spec homes09:00 – Why high-speed Wi-Fi is the #1 request10:30 – Lighting control & the power of scene settings13:00 – Scenes for realtors: “Show” and “All Off” buttons14:45 – What you can automate (lighting, AC, shades, music & more)16:15 – Top systems: Crestron, Lutron, Savant18:00 – Reliability, redundancy & service plans19:00 – Why systems need ongoing updates21:00 – Managing expectations & preventing overcomplication22:00 – Kris’s start in car audio & journey into luxury AV24:00 – 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 #bespokebrokers #bespokephx #modernhomedesign #desertmediatechnologies #tempeaz #avintegration #designcollaboration #smarthomedesign