Bravas

07/15/2026

What happens to your smart home's data when you sell — or buy — a house?

Mike Garabedian sits down with Brandon Trimble and Chase Wahlquist of Bravas to talk through the hidden network vulnerabilities that come with buying a previously owned smart home, and what it takes to properly secure one before you move in.

Topics covered include decommissioning and recommissioning a smart home, why changing your WiFi password is not enough, how to protect your camera footage if an incident occurs, and what proactive monitoring looks like after the sale.

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06/30/2026

At Bravas, we design technology that makes life feel effortless. We’re growing nationwide and looking for talented professionals across field operations, service, sales, design, project management, and more.

If you take pride in getting the details right, we’d love to hear from you.

Find your fit: bravas.com/careers

04/15/2026

Technology has changed. We all feel it, we all see it. Specifically, technological advancements in lighting has changed.

What used to be one switch and one fixture has turned into layered lighting across entire spaces—kitchens, living areas, hallways, and outdoor environments all working together simultaneously. In this episode of Uniqueness… "Built-In", we sit down with Brandon Trimble of Bravas, a Lutron Electronics expert, to walk through how modern lighting control systems simplify the complexity of having multiple lighting fixtures. This is not just about adding more technology to your Smart Home. It is about removing friction and making your home easier to live in every single day.

We discuss why open-concept homes have created a new challenge for lighting design, and how Lutron keypads replace walls full of switches with a single, intuitive control panel. We also break down what lighting “scenes” mean — how one button can welcome you home, shut the house down when you leave, or set the tone for entertaining, late night movies, or relaxed evenings. The conversation covers the differences between Caséta, RadioRA 3, and HomeWorks, and why choosing the right system depends on how your home is being built or renovated.

Beyond lighting, this episode dives into how integration brings everything together — shades, televisions, and automation working in sync so your home responds without you having to think about it.

At the end of the day, your lighting system should not require more effort. It allows the home to do more on its own.

If you are building, renovating, or simply tired of guessing which switch controls what, this is a conversation worth listening to.

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01/08/2026

Great lighting is felt, not noticed. Bravas’ Brandon Trimble and David Layne from Bell & McCoy Integrated Solutions sit down with Mike Garabedian to discuss all things lighting. And why lighting decisions should be made early in the design process.

Lutron Electronics Ketra

10/31/2025

We’re excited to share that Bravas and Mark Goldman are featured in the latest issue of Modern Home Builders Magazine!
The article highlights how smart technology and thoughtful design come together to create truly elevated living experiences.

📖 Take a look:

Joomag digital interactive publication

09/24/2025

✨ The smartest technology is the kind you don’t see.

From motorized shades to TVs that transform into art—and a single remote that replaces the clutter—true luxury means calm, intuitive spaces where technology quietly enhances your lifestyle.

At Bravas, we call this Technology Minimalism.

👉 What’s your favorite piece of “invisible” technology?

🔗 Read the full blog: https://bravasconnect.com/tech-minimalism
(or tap the link in our bio)

09/24/2025

✨Technology Minimalism: Why Less is More in Luxury Homes✨
The smartest tech is the kind you don’t see. Invisible speakers, unified controls, and effortless automation create serene spaces where design shines and technology works quietly in the background.
Read the full article here: https://bravas.com/blog/technology-minimalism-why-less-is-more-in-luxury-homes/

True luxury is effortless. At Bravas, technology minimalism means hidden speakers, unified controls, and intuitive automation that make your home serene.

08/20/2025

We’re honored to share that Bravas has been awarded Best Design in the Technology Designer Performance Home Awards! 🏆✨

This recognition celebrates the teamwork and creativity that went into every detail of this project—from intuitive control to elegant finishes.

Special thanks to and for the recognition, and to our partners whose innovations make it all possible:

07/18/2025

More scenes from this Napa Valley stunner. Thoughtful design, layered technology, and effortless living—this is what we mean by home experience design.

06/12/2024

Unlock 24/7 Solar Power with Savant!

Your solar panels can help keep your home powered day and night! With the Savant Power System, you'll make the most of every sunbeam.

Combine solar panels with battery storage so you never miss out on harnessing solar energy. And guess what? The Savant app makes it all a breeze! It seamlessly switches between power sources—solar, grid and battery—to store energy for later use or even sell it back to the grid.

Make your solar investment work for you 24/7 with the Savant Power System! https://bit.ly/3PYZphV

05/15/2024

Take Power Over Your Home’s Energy with Savant Smart Power!

Discover the power of creating your own microgrid with the Savant Power System! Say goodbye to grid dependency as you harness the incredible potential of solar energy. Not only will the system help stabilize utility costs, you'll also enjoy uninterrupted power during storms and fast EV charging powered by the sun.

Explore the limitless possibilities of blending grid power with alternative energy sources: https://bit.ly/3xvHdWJ

04/17/2024

Keep the Lights On When the Grid Goes Dark!

Introducing the Savant Power System - your ticket to uninterrupted power during outages!

Connect to alternative energy sources like batteries, solar and generators when the grid goes down. The system directs power to your essential circuits, ensuring your home stays powered when you need it most.

Say goodbye to blackouts and hello to peace of mind with the Savant Power System: https://bit.ly/3U2G4hc

10/15/2021

With BRAVAS, you can have a BETTER THAN BIG SCREEN experience at home. No crowded theater, no long lines, and no one talking through the movie (unless you want to, it is your home after all.) Click here to learn more: https://bravas.com/cinema-solutions

02/04/2021

This time on the Bravas Luxury Living Podcast, we talk to Noah Kaplan from LEON Speakers. In a wide-ranging conversation, we talk about what an artist is doi...