THE BRIEF
A complete infrastructure-led technology overhaul combining Control4, Sonos, UHD video distribution and dependable whole-home connectivity.
This Fresnaye residence required far more than a collection of equipment upgrades. Mirror Edge Networks delivered a multi-week installation that began with the physical pathways beneath the system: new conduits, structured cabling and carefully planned routes for data, audiovisual signals and control.
With the foundation in place, the property received a coordinated network and Wi-Fi platform, centrally distributed television sources, Sonos audio across key rooms and outdoor areas, and Control4 control to make the finished system straightforward for the household to use.
The client wanted the home’s technology to feel dependable, consistent and easy to operate. That meant improving connectivity throughout the property, giving several televisions access to shared sources, extending music into the living areas and pool patio, and replacing a collection of separate controls with one unified experience.
The existing property required a carefully managed retrofit. Every cable route, equipment position and wall-mounted device needed to be considered in relation to the architecture and finished surfaces.
Infrastructure First
The project began with the installation of conduits and new cabling routes. Although this work is largely invisible once the home is complete, it determines the reliability, serviceability and future flexibility of every system connected to it.
Colour-coordinated network cabling was used to make the infrastructure clear and traceable. A logical cable-management strategy reduces diagnostic time, supports cleaner equipment installation and makes future changes less disruptive.
By treating the cabling as part of the design rather than an afterthought, the team created a solid foundation for the home’s network, Wi-Fi, televisions, audio and automation.
Whole-Home Network and Wi-Fi
A dependable home network and Wi-Fi system sits beneath the entire installation. Araknis network hardware was combined with UniFi wireless access points to provide high-speed connectivity throughout the residence.
Access-point placement was planned around the structure of the property and the rooms in which reliable coverage mattered most. Wired connections were used wherever practical, preserving wireless capacity for mobile devices and equipment that genuinely benefits from Wi-Fi.
Remote-management capability was also included so that system health could be monitored and many common connectivity issues could be addressed efficiently.
UHD Television Distribution
A central video-distribution system gives four televisions access to shared entertainment sources. HDAnywhere HDMI cabling and extenders were used to carry reliable high-definition signals from the central equipment location to the viewing areas.
The source package included DStv and two Apple TV units, allowing the household to access broadcast television and familiar streaming services without placing a full stack of equipment beside every screen.
Central distribution keeps the rooms visually cleaner and makes the source equipment easier to manage, maintain and upgrade.
Control4 for Everyday Simplicity
The audiovisual system is brought together through Control4 home automation. Instead of asking the family to manage televisions, distributed sources, room audio and switching as separate systems, Control4 presents the relevant functions through a consistent interface.
A single command can select the desired television source, route it to the correct display and prepare the room for use. The technical work happens behind the scenes, while the client interacts with a system designed around familiar everyday choices.
This kind of integration is especially valuable in a retrofit, where thoughtful programming can make a substantial collection of technology feel calm and uncomplicated.
Sonos Multiroom Audio
Sonos equipment was installed across several distinct listening areas. The smaller lounge received a Sonos Arc with One SL surrounds, while the main lounge uses a Sonos Beam with One SL speakers for an accessible television and music experience.
Sonos One SL speakers extend music to the study and the pool patio, allowing indoor and outdoor areas to be enjoyed independently or grouped when the household wants music to move through the property.
Each zone was positioned and configured for the way that particular space is used, balancing coverage, visual discretion and convenient control.
Professional Mounting and Finishing
The televisions and wall-mounted Sonos speakers were installed on Vogel’s brackets. Reliable mounting hardware supports accurate alignment, safe installation and sensible access for future servicing.
Cabling was concealed wherever the construction allowed, and device positions were selected to sit naturally within each room. These finishing details are essential to an integrated system: the technology should perform well without making the home feel visually dominated by equipment.
Designed for Service and Future Change
Homes continue to evolve after handover. Streaming platforms change, televisions are replaced and families add new connected devices. The structured infrastructure and central equipment strategy used here allow those changes to be made without rebuilding the entire system.
Clear cabling, accessible equipment and remote network management also make ongoing support more efficient. This protects the value of the initial installation and helps the system remain dependable over time.
Project Scope
- Multi-week whole-home technology retrofit
- New conduits and structured cabling infrastructure
- Colour-coordinated network cabling
- Araknis network and UniFi Wi-Fi access points
- Remote network-management capability
- UHD video distribution to four televisions
- DStv and two Apple TV sources
- Control4 system integration and everyday control
- Sonos audio in two lounges, the study and pool patio
- Vogel’s television and speaker mounting brackets
The Result
The completed installation transformed the residence into a connected, easy-to-use home. Strong infrastructure supports reliable Wi-Fi, shared television sources, multiroom music and consistent control across the key living spaces.
Just as importantly, the visible technology remains considered and restrained. The client receives the convenience of a sophisticated integrated system without having to manage its complexity.
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