Woodland Sanctuary
Showcasing the power of intuitive living, Crestron Home® OS is at the heart of this year’s ‘Health and Wellness Home of the Year’

introduction

Nestled within the wooded landscape of Easton, Connecticut, this 9,000-square-foot wellness center is a private retreat for the homeowners. The sanctuary provides a convenient location on their property where daily demands give way to rest, renewal, and connection. Designed to immerse visitors in nature, the center blends warm timber interiors, natural stone, expansive glass walls, and tranquil water features to create a serene, spa-like environment.

Case Study: Tech-Infused Tranquility

the challenge

The homeowner set out to create a space that felt both relaxing and innovative, with a clear vision of transforming it into a personalized wellness center. They wanted a sanctuary that fostered both relaxation and physical fitness, where family members can escape, recharge, and reconnect in an atmosphere of comfort and calm. To support this vision, all lighting, audio, and video systems needed to be simple and effortlessly controlled.

the solution

After successfully completing a previous project for the homeowner, Smarthome and Theater Systems was a natural choice to return and bring the new wellness center to life. The team was entrusted to deliver a fully integrated solution, incorporating lighting, shading, security, audio, and video to support both relaxation and performance. The Crestron Home® OS was selected for its ability to unify and simplify control, giving the homeowner an intuitive, effortless way to manage every aspect of the space.

Case Study: Tech-Infused Tranquility
Case Study: Tech-Infused Tranquility
Case Study: Tech-Infused Tranquility
 
“Crestron Home was the ideal fit for this project. It controls every facet of home automation, and the set-up and configuration were straightforward, resulting in a faster timeline and a happier client experience.”
Jared O’Mara
Owner,
Smarthome and Theater Systems

the technology

The dynamic retreat features both indoor and outdoor pools, along with two outdoor hot tubs; one set beside a firepit and the other near a striking two-sided fireplace that warms both the main house and the outdoor seating area. Inside, the space supports total well-being with dedicated areas for meditation, massage, and strength training.  There is a fully equipped gym and even a full-size basketball court, giving the family a place to stay active, unplug, and spend meaningful time together. To manage these diverse environments, Crestron Home OS delivers personalized scenes to set the environment and control every aspect of the space through the Crestron Home app.

A key priority for the homeowner was ensuring the wellness center felt intuitive and welcoming at all times, with warm lighting activated before arrival and music flowing throughout the space. To support this vision, discreet sensors, Cameo® keypads, and automated motorized shades that adjust throughout the day were integrated to create a comfortable and intelligent environment with minimal user interaction. In the dedicated entertainment area, a Crestron Touch Screen Remote provides one-touch control of the entire system, making it easy to manage lighting, audio, video, and shading. Privacy was equally important, so a 220-inch-wide motorized shade was recessed into a ceiling pocket between the wellness center, gym, and massage areas, preserving the open glass design while providing privacy at the touch of a button. "Even at extreme sizes, the Crestron shades operate with remarkable precision, running silently and rolling smoothly every time," said Jared O'Mara, owner of Smarthome and Theater Systems. "And when a late project request called for additional shading, Crestron's Battery-Powered Shades gave us the flexibility to meet the client's needs without reopening walls or causing construction delays."

Case Study: Tech-Infused Tranquility
Case Study: Tech-Infused Tranquility

To make the wellness center as effortless and enjoyable as possible to use, multiple custom scenes were programmed to instantly transform the environment. Favorites such as “Day Spa,” “Entertain,” and “Relax” adjust nearly 100 lighting loads throughout the wellness center and surrounding landscape, creating the perfect ambiance for any activity. The homeowner frequently uses the relaxing scene, which combines softly illuminated spaces with gentle background music to promote a sense of calm and well-being. For family gatherings, the entertainment settings brighten the space and energize the atmosphere, while convenient “Lights On” and “All Off” scenes provide simple control over the entire property at the beginning or end of the day.

The wellness center is filled with standout features that blend luxury, wellness, and innovative technology. Floor-to-ceiling living walls showcase vibrant, air-purifying plants that bring nature indoors, while Crestron Home OS controls dedicated grow lights to keep the installations thriving year-round. To ensure proper maintenance, the plant care company was granted access through the Crestron app, allowing them to adjust lighting schedules remotely as needed. The space also includes an indoor pool, supported by an air conditioning and dehumidification system, along with a custom-engineered floating wood wall system that conceals in-wall speakers while preventing moisture issues and preserving the homeowner’s design vision. Together with the living plant walls and a powerful solar energy system that helps the property approach net-zero energy consumption, these carefully engineered elements create a wellness destination that is as sustainable and functional as it is visually stunning.

 
“The wellness center was designed to reduce stress and support a healthier lifestyle. We believe it truly enhances the lives of our client, and we simply applied the right technology to make the experience effortless.”
Jared O’Mara
Owner,
Smarthome and Theater Systems

the results

The wellness center was created as an escape from the demands of daily life, it supports a healthier lifestyle through intuitive technology that operates effortlessly in the background. The Crestron Home OS unifies systems enhancing comfort while preserving the tranquil atmosphere that defines the wellness center.

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Cameo 2 Keypads and Dimmers

Reimagine lighting control with a versatile, personal touch. With rich colors, the choice of smooth or textured finishes, and nearly endless personalization — from custom-engraving to button styles to layout configurations — Cameo keypads and dimmers can be made to match almost any style and perform almost any function.

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Crestron Home®

Crestron Home makes all the devices and systems work the way you want them to. One simple experience from multiple control devices – on the wall, on the counter, on the couch, on your phone.

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Crestron Crestron Handheld Remotes

Crestron handheld remotes offer a superb ergonomic design, incredible button feel, voice control, custom engravable buttons, profiles settings, and much more. Ruggedized for durability with an easy-grip housing, textured back, and metal navigation button, they deliver exceptional comfort and ergonomics for hours of use.

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