Mirroring the growth of whole-house AV systems, home theater, networking and control solutions, the outdoor category has rapidly evolved. Today, integration professionals can offer complete outdoor entertainment systems that rival traditional systems with amenities that include advanced networking capabilities, customized automation and state-of-the-art lighting.

Residential Outdoor Lighting Product Roundup

As the outdoor category continues to grow, more manufacturers are entering the space and new products are being developed to supplement the outdoor entertainment experience. A couple of examples include outdoor lighting and outdoor shade products that offer expanded lifestyle zones.

We’ve compiled a sampling of outdoor products, from AV to lighting. For our top picks in the other categories, check out the top audio products and top video products at their respective links in the near future.

Coastal Source Match Lighting 

Match Lights are said to combine the company’s proprietary lighting technologies with a minimalist industrial design. Coastal Source explains that the product’s Gimbal LED delivers complete control over light, and the sealed, watertight build protects the light module from the weather and other elements.  

The Future of Digital Lighting & Control

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Draper Exterior Clutch-Operated Flex Shade  

Draper’s Exterior Clutch-Operated Flex Shade offers homeowners a convenient way to control outdoor light in a range of locations. Draper says integrators can utilize the product on their clients’ pools and patios, and they can also specify the product for commercial environments. The product is available in sizes up to 11 by 11 feet, and it can be specified ANSI/WCMA A100.1 compliant for areas with small children.

Environmental Lights Waterproof Tunable White 2216 TruColor LED Strip Light

UL-listed, the 2216 TruColor LED Strip Light is a waterproof white adjustable solution that employs 2216 LEDs to deliver a high CRI. The product positions a 2400 Kelvin Very Warm White diode and a 6500 Kelvin Daylight White diode next to each one another to provide the appearance that a single large LED is changing color as it is tuned. The product is IP65 rated and provides up to 50,000 hours of operational life.

Hunter Douglas Outdoor Patio Shades

Hunter Douglas offers a range of outdoor shade products that can visually enhance a variety of living spaces. Depending on what options are specified, Hunter Douglas’ outdoor shade products can block the sun to reduce glare on electronics screens, and they can provide high levels of privacy. The customized outdoor shades can also be used in tandem with lighting systems to help control a home’s heating and energy costs.

J Geiger Shade Solutions

J Geiger is a South Carolina-based manufacturer of residential and commercial shade products that brings more than a decade of experience to the category. The company offers several product lines to address indoor and outdoor applications, and provides integrators with full-service support that includes design and the ability to order custom-made solutions. Additionally, J Geiger shades offers a choice of power options and hardware to enable integrators to meet any shade requirement their customers may have.

Legrand Smart Outdoor Switch with GFCI

For use in residential or light commercial applications, the Smart Outdoor Switch is a simple solution for extending controls including voice commands to patios, decks and pool areas. In the app, the switch can be used to include outdoor lighting, or other features like fountains, in the creation of scenes or schedules with existing home controls via a home’s wireless network. The GFCI switch includes automated options for energy savings, while offering reliable, code-compliant ground fault protection, Legrand states. 

Lumien Lighting Micro Series (Distributed by Lighting BOSS)

The Lumien Lighting Micro Series Module distributed by Lighting BOSS is an integrated fixture that is IP68 rated. The company says the products offer quick-connection designs to facilitate their setup and installation, and the company says the Micro Series Module dissipates heat faster than MR16 lamps. The Micro Series is available in 3.5- and 5.5-watt versions, and the products are in-field repairable.

Pergolas Powered by Somfy Systems 

Adding shade to a home’s outdoor space is more convenient than ever through Pergolas powered by Somfy Systems. Through Somfy’s motorization and control solutions, homeowners can protect their pergolas from the harsh elements and they can easily operate their pergolas when they are outside. Somfy Systems offers a range of solutions, including sensors, remote controls and wireless interface products to help homeowners maximize their pergolas throughout the year.

Screen Innovations Zen 2

Screen Innovations’ (SI) Zen 2 is an architecturally focused motorized shading system available in a variety of colors and installs in a fraction of the time of traditional products, according to the company. SI offers the Zen 2 with a choice of box, roll or pocket cassette types, and the shades incorporate zipper tracks for open rolls and pocket installations. Additionally, SI offers the Zen 2 with a selection of fabric materials.  

Séura Shade Series 2

Available in 43-, 55- and 65-inch screen sizes, the value-minded Shade Series 2 outdoor TVs deliver 4K resolutions and companion soundbars. The IP56-rated TVs are ruggedized to withstand temperatures ranging from -24 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and are also rated to produce brightness levels as high as 700 nits.  

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