Premium outdoor audio video integration for a Birmingham, Michigan backyard featuring Sunbrite weatherproof TV, custom James Loudspeaker marine-grade audio, concealed subwoofer, and Control4 home automation.
The Project
When Jason’s family built their new outdoor living space in Birmingham, they wanted more than just a patio. They envisioned a true outdoor living room where they could maximize Michigan’s precious summer months with family movie nights, dinner parties, and entertaining friends.
The challenge? Michigan weather destroys standard electronics. They needed truly weatherproof outdoor entertainment that would perform flawlessly year-round, not consumer-grade equipment that fails after one winter.
The Solution: Weatherproof Luxury Built to Last
Sound Vision designed an outdoor entertainment system around three principles: durability, performance, and seamless integration.
Display: Sunbrite Outdoor TV
Purpose-built for permanent outdoor installation, Sunbrite TVs handle extreme temperatures (-24°F to 122°F), direct sunlight, humidity, and precipitation. Unlike consumer TVs in enclosures, these deliver stunning picture quality year after year.
Audio: Custom James Loudspeaker System
We specified a James Loudspeaker weatherproof LCR soundbar with marine-coating technology, custom-built to order in the USA. For deep, powerful bass, an 8-inch weatherproof subwoofer was completely concealed inside the stone chimney structure. Guests see beautiful stonework while experiencing audiophile-quality sound that makes movies and music come alive outdoors.
Control: One-Touch Operation
A Control4 automation system ties everything together, managing the Apple TV, cable box, and all audio settings. One touch starts movie night. The system includes both a mobile app interface and handheld remote for effortless control from anywhere in the outdoor space.
Professional Installation
Working hand-in-hand with the outdoor living space builder, Sound Vision provided CAD drawings and technical specifications that kept all trades coordinated. Despite Michigan’s compressed construction season and weather-related schedule shifts, the installation was completed in just 3-4 days on-site across a 2-3 month project timeline.
The Results
Today, Jason’s backyard is a true outdoor living room that performs flawlessly through every season. But the transformation didn’t stop there. Like many Sound Vision clients, the outdoor entertainment project naturally evolved into whole-home automation. When you experience seamless Control4 integration in one space, extending it throughout your home becomes the logical next step.
Project Details
Location: Birmingham, Michigan
System Integrator: Sound Vision
Outdoor Living Builder: [Builder Name]
Equipment Specified
- Display: Sunbrite Outdoor TV (weatherproof, -24°F to 122°F rated)
- Soundbar: James Loudspeaker Weatherproof LCR (marine-coated, custom-built in USA)
- Subwoofer: 8″ Weatherproof Subwoofer (concealed in-chimney installation, custom-built in USA)
- Control: Control4 Home Automation (mobile app + handheld remote)
- Sources: Apple TV, Cable Box
Key Features
- Year-round weatherproof performance
- Custom-built marine-grade audio components
- Concealed subwoofer integration
- One-touch operation via Control4
- Mobile and handheld remote control
- Expandable to whole-home automation
Why Professional Outdoor Entertainment Matters
Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills homeowners invest significantly in outdoor living spaces. Professional outdoor audio video integration ensures that investment delivers maximum value for years to come.
The difference between consumer-grade outdoor TV setups and professional weatherproof entertainment systems becomes apparent after just one Michigan winter. Sound Vision specializes in outdoor installations that perform flawlessly year after year, backed by expertise in smart home integration and whole-home automation.
Ready to transform your outdoor living space? Contact Sound Vision to discuss your outdoor entertainment vision.
Systems:
Smart Home (Control 4)
Outdoor TV (Sunbrite)
Outdoor Audio (James LS)
