The Mark of Excellence Awards recognizes products and companies in the forefront of innovation in the home technologies industry. The finalists for 2008 are outlined below.  

(A Mark of Excellence Award does not constitute an endorsement by CEA of companies or of their products or services.)

Select a Mark of Excellence category:

Systems Integrator - Best Digital Convergence Project
click to enlarge		Digital Interiors, Inc. Adding the best technology to new dream home Project basics: - Whole house audio, security, lighting and control - Home Theater room - Complete climate control - Outdoor lighting and audio - Online access and control http://www.diiatl.com info@diiatl.com
click to enlarge		LouisClark Ltd. Lahey Residence Control of the home using a Cisco IP phone as the user control interface as well as the integration of an AMX control system and RF remotes. http://www.Louis-Clark.com Bpost@louis-clark.com
click to enlarge		Tangora Technologies, Inc. The Great Sacandaga This unique Adirondack-style home is not only functional and user-friendly but is fully viewable and controllable from all over the world using any computer, PDA or touch-tone phone. http://www.tangoratechnologies.com info@tangoratechnologies.com
Systems Integrator - Best Distributed Audio/Video Project
click to enlarge		ITD Control,LLC "A" Residence The "A" Residence in Lafayette, LA was looking to upgrade their whole-house audio-video distribution to allow better control and access to shared AV sources around the home. http://www.itdcontrol.com david@itdcontrol.com
click to enlarge		ArchiTechKnowlogy Design Group and Exclusive Home Theater EHT-Fellows Major retrofit/replacement of an 8 year old Phast system. The only components reused where the MAP racks and B&K amps at the DAV-HE and some local systems. http://www.architechknowlogy.com XevenZ@architechknowlogy.com and Paul@ExclusiveHomeTheater.com
click to enlarge		eLifespaces South Adgers Wharf Boxes containing over one thousand DVDs matched by an even greater number of music CDs along with iPods, and the homeowner's desire for radio sources were tackled in this project. http://www.elifespaces.com info@elifespaces.com
Systems Integrator - Best Home Theater/Media Room
click to enlarge		ACCENT ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS INTEGRATORS EGYPTIAN THEATRE Custom themed-theatre for a model home for an area home builder. http://www.accentesi.com jzarick@accentesi.com
click to enlarge		Home Systems Folsom The homeowners wanted this to be a special Theater where they wouldn't be disturbed by outside distractions as they are movie buffs with a substantial DVD collection. http://www.homesystemsusa.com ron@homesystemsusa.com
click to enlarge		Custom Home Theater Systems & Automation Maine Nautical Home Theater Authentic nautical themed theater transports you away. World Class sound and picture achieved through elaborate design effort. Mahogany wood interior, brass port holes with LCD's, starfields, motorized drapes and screen. http://www.customhometheater.biz info@customhometheater.biz
click to enlarge		Home Systems Philips The Theater included a basement foundation wall area that limited theater layout options. We decided to lay out the theater to take advantage of the foundation to create a stage area within this recess with retractable shades to create the depth that the homeowner was looking for. http://www.homesystemsusa.com ron@homesystemsusa.com
click to enlarge		Electronics Design Group, Inc. Silver Screen Sophistication Our team developed solutions to address several client requests and design problems, resulting in a custom home theater that seating for a large number of viewers. http://www.EDGonline.com nick.lehotzky@edgusa.com
Systems Integrator - Best Integrated Security Project
click to enlarge		Futuristic Home, Inc. Long Island project By integrating all in house sub contractors regarding: Security, HVAC, lighting, & surveilance, we were able to create a much safer environment for the home owner. http://fhihome.com steve@futuristic-home.net
click to enlarge		eLifespaces South Adgers Wharf Burglary, life safety and CCTV security systems were designed and installed addressing requirements ranging from building codes to the homeowner's desire to utilize IP based cameras on their Web site. http://www.elifespaces.com info@elifespaces.com
Systems Integrator - Best Lighting Control Project
click to enlarge		Cyber Home Networks, Inc. Carriage House - Rhinebeck NY Installation of a lighting system on a Historic landmark building in Dutchess County NY. http://www.cyberhomeinc.com info@cyberhomeinc.com
click to enlarge		iLuxe Innovation,LLC Joseph Borkey Residence Complete design & installation of unique exterior & interior lighting including convenience controls for scenes, times & media room. http://www.iLuxeInnovation.com mario@iluxeinnovation.com
Systems Integrator - Best Retrofit Project
click to enlarge		ITD Control,LLC "B" Residence The recently-built "B" Residence needed help. Our goal was to take this old-school pre-wire for multiple sub-systems and create a truly "connected home". http://www.itdcontrol.com david@itdcontrol.com
click to enlarge		Link Your House 162 Year Old Manhattan Brownstone Extensive planning, thoughtful design and communication are the reasons why Link Your House was able to transform a 162 year old Manhattan brownstone into an integrated, digital wonderland. http://www.linkyourhouse.com bpost@louis-clark.com
click to enlarge		Digital Interiors, Inc. Bernstein - Best Retro Provide client with fully integrated home - lighting, audio distribution, intercoming, video distribution, security, thermostats, control touch panels. House was only minimally wired for low voltage. House had standard lighting. http://www.diiatl.mcom info@diiatl.com
click to enlarge		ArchiTechKnowlogy Design Group and Exclusive Home Theater EHT-Fellows Major retrofit/replacement of an 8 year old Phast system. The only components reused where the MAP racks and B&K amps at the DAV-HE and some local systems. http://www.architechknowlogy.com XevenZ@architechknowlogy.com and Paul@ExclusiveHomeTheater.com
click to enlarge		Custom Home Theater Systems & Automation Maine Nautical Theater Client wanted to create a fun theater which looked and felt like the inside of a ship. This presented many chalenges- for example originally he wanted wood floors. http://www.customhometheater.biz info@customhometheater.biz
Systems Integrator - Builder Home of the Year
click to enlarge		S&S Electric M/I Homes Easton Park Bordeaux Model S&S Electric introduced uniquely diverse technology upgrade options into the production environment to appeal to the mass consumer's lifestyle demands, simultaneously increasing per home revenue for the builder. http://www.ss-electric.com info@ss-electric.com
Systems Integrator - Convergence Integrator of the Year
click to enlarge		LouisClark Ltd. LouisClark, Ltd. LouisClark, Ltd. is committed to custom design, personal solutions and the continued discovery of pioneering products and systems. Offering design, installation and ongoing support for the modern technology lifestyle, we help clients explore the world of technology and determine the best fit for their home and lifestyle. http://www.Louis-Clark.com bpost@louis-clark.com
Systems Integrator - Innovation Award
click to enlarge		LouisClark Ltd. Control of a Home from an IP Phone Advanced Entertainment Control of the Home and Office(ECHO) using a Cisco IP phone as the user control interface. http://www.Louis-Clark.com bpost@louis-clark.com
click to enlarge		ArchiTechKnowlogy Design Group and Exclusive Home Theater EHT-Fellows Major retrofit/replacement of an 8 year old Phast system. The only components reused where the MAP racks and B&K amps at the DAV-HE and some local systems. http://www.architechknowlogy.com XevenZ@architechknowlogy.com and Paul@ExclusiveHomeTheater.com
Systems Integrator - Luxury Home of the Year
click to enlarge		Home Systems Folsom Two dedicated theaters and touch screen Home wide automation system include music system, Lutron lighting control, Security system, CCTV camera system, Kaleidescape DVD distribution system, and computer network http://www.homesystemsusa.com ron@homesystemsusa.com
click to enlarge		Electronics Design Group, Inc. Four Point Play The client, owner of a 20,000 sq. ft. home, requested an automation system that integrates the lighting, multi-room audio, HVAC, telephones, home theater, and other subsystems via touchpanel control. http://www.EDGonline.com nick.lehotzky@edgusa.com
click to enlarge		Futuristic Home, Inc. Long Island project We brought all existing contracted vendors into 1 simple integtrated package offering on and off site access to the entire homes infrastructure with simple graphical interfaces provided by Home Logic http://www.fhihome.com futuristic@bww.com
click to enlarge		Home Systems Phillips Dedicated Theater, touch screen Automation system including house music, Lutron lighting, Shades & Curtain control (20), Security system, CCTV cameras, April Aire T-Stat control (24 zones) and computers & communications http://www.homesystemsusa.com ron@homesystemsusa.com
click to enlarge		Automated Interiors, LLC Southern Elegance @ Tributary Systems Integration was provided for a $2 million dollar home featured in the 2008 Street of Homes in Douglasville, GA and won Best All Around Home. http://aiwinsonic.com pvann-crawford@wdcsn.net
Systems Integrator - Ultimate Home of the Year
click to enlarge		Digital Interiors, Inc. JJ - Hm of the Yr To create a technology filled home with the best of the best yet keeping it all simple to use by anyone. http://www.diiatl.com info@diiatl.com
click to enlarge		Encore Technology and Design Seaside Seaside demonstrates the application of technology to provide convenience, entertainment, control and simplification of managing a home in a way that perfectly balances functionality, aesthetics, and ease of use. http://www.myencorehome.com info@myencorehome.com
click to enlarge		eLifespaces South Adgers Wharf Preserving the integrity of this historic Charleston, SC home, eLifespaces designed, installed and integrated a collection of advanced technologies utilizing system components from specialized manufacturers in varying disciplines. http://www.elifespaces.com info@elifespaces.com