With warmer weather just ahead, it's time to get outside. As the days get warmer, the nights become even more pleasant in Georgia. Chances are you invest quite a bit of time, effort, and money into making your outdoor spaces in Buckhead and the Atlanta, GA area an inviting place to spend time in the warmer months. But in the evening, do you retreat to the comforts of your indoor audio and video entertainment?

If you do, we have a way to get you to make the most of your time outside. How about an outdoor home theater? Yes, it's possible. Read on for three options to get you enjoying your favorite movies and series al fresco, all day and all night.

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Summer is here in the Atlanta area.  While our winters are fairly mild, we all look forward to spending time outdoors.  In the South, you can beat the humid heat on a lazy Sunday by floating or frolicking in the pool.  Or perhaps you just like relaxing on a chaise, in the shade, with a good book and a sweet iced tea. 

But there’s one more thing you need to set the right mood.  Whether it’s to frolic or relax, music can set the tone.  And if you’re picky about audio, you don’t want to settle for just mediocre sound outdoors.  You want an outdoor sound system that can rock when you want to, but also play with nuance when you want background music. 

We can make that happen. Read on for more.

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As the warmer season approaches in Alabama, Birmingham's balmy evenings and scenic backyards set the perfect stage for the ultimate outdoor entertainment experience. Whether it's the thrill of the big game, the relaxation of a movie night under the stars, or the ambiance of your favorite tunes weaving through the garden, the right setup can transform your backyard into the neighborhood's premiere destination. With GHT Group's cutting-edge outdoor entertainment solutions, creating that enchanting oasis is easier than you think. Join us as we explore how these technologies bring unparalleled enjoyment to your outdoor spaces.

Spring is in the air, and it’s time to get outdoors. While Georgia’s weather is mild in the spring, the Kennesaw area will soon experience the southern summer’s warmer, more humid season. And with spring and summer comes rain, and oh, the bugs. Does that sometimes keep you from enjoying your patio?

You can control the environment outside, too (within limits, of course). Did you know that motorized outdoor shades can let you enjoy your patios even more? Today’s solutions are more integrated and sleeker than ever. Keep reading below to see how outdoor shading helps you make the most of your outside areas.

At GHT Group, we’re proud of the audio brands we work with. Names like Bowers & Wilkins, MartinLogan, Klipsch, and many more are known for their vibrant reproduction of sound, which is also a way of saying, we know what good audio is!

When you take the audio outside, there are some different challenges in achieving high sound quality. Lack of walls to reflect sound, ambient noise, and wide-open spaces all play a part in requiring more planning for a great outdoor sound system for your Brookhaven, GA home.

While there are several excellent choices for outdoor speakers – and we offer many – there is one company that we particularly like not just for sound quality but also for the complete solution they offer. Read on to learn more about creating your ultimate outdoor soundscape with Coastal Source.

Do you like to be the master of your environment? Your house can be a quiet refuge from the world outside. And when you want to change the mood, you can put on some music to energize, unwind, or something in between.

What about outdoors? When you go outside, you no longer have complete control of sound. There might be a distant drone from the highway, lawnmowers, or pool pumps piercing the serenity of your comfortable patios and landscape. But you can have a secret weapon, and it's not noise-canceling headphones. An outdoor audio system can envelop your Cumming, GA home’s outside environs with full, rich sound that makes the barking dogs and other annoyances fade into the background.

Read on to see how an outdoor audio system makes everything in your backyard a memorable experience.

A couple of times, you may have seen us mention the "golden age of audio" on these pages. It's because we can't think of a time when there have been more choices in quality audio equipment. It's not only choice but incredible sound quality that can be had from a wide array of equipment.

When it comes to outdoor sound systems for your Atlanta-area home, the same holds true. There are so many excellent options in speakers, control systems, amplifiers, and more for outdoor sound that we can’t cover them all in one blog; we can only tell you about a few.

In this blog, we'll cover three types of outdoor speakers from three of our favorite brands in the hope of giving you some ideas on how to amp up your outdoor sound. Given the current environment where you may be spending extended time at home, why not consider spicing up the outdoor entertainment to make it a little more enjoyable?

Transform the nighttime ambiance of your Rosemary Beach or Birmingham home with the magic touch of an outdoor lighting company. With the latest advancements in lighting technology, you can now control the intensity and color of your landscape lighting, creating a captivating spectacle that enhances the beauty of your home and surroundings.

As an outdoor lighting company, we're not suggesting you turn your home into a flashy spectacle reminiscent of a Las Vegas strip. Instead, we're talking about tastefully using light and color to paint a stunning nightscape that complements the natural beauty of your Florida home. Please keep reading below to learn more about the latest outdoor lighting features. 

Part of the charm of Destin and the Emerald Coast is the mild climate that lets you enjoy every season. Unlike other parts of Florida, Destin experiences distinctly cooler temperatures in fall and winter, enough to enjoy different experiences. As a landscape lighting company and expert in smart home technology, GHT Group specializes in elevating outdoor living experiences with innovative lighting solutions that help you enjoy the essence of every season. Let's explore ways we can use the latest landscape lighting techniques and technology to help you make the most of the outdoors throughout the year. 

Note: We originally wrote this blog in 2018, long before anyone started talking about this novel coronavirus that affects so many lives now. Now more than ever, it feels relevant to discuss how we can make our outdoor spaces more enjoyable for our families. And when this pandemic passes, we will finally get to enjoy our outdoor lighting and video with extended groups of people once again.

Many people know about Coastal Source’s many outdoor audio options but don’t know that it’s also a premier home lighting design provider. In this blog, we’ll remind you of the beauty and functionality built into outdoor lighting and why you should prioritize it for your Georgia home. You’ll learn how a Coastal Source system can highlight your architecture so that passers-by can appreciate it on their nightly walks through the neighborhood. You’ll also discover why lighting control is a key safety feature. Keep reading to explore why lighting and audio are even more important today than when we originally wrote this article.

In the pristine 30A area of Florida, outdoor spaces are not just an extension of the indoors; they are a significant part of enjoying the Emerald Coast lifestyle. As dusk descends, the role of outdoor lighting becomes paramount, transforming these spaces into enchanting realms of beauty, safety, and functionality. Not only can lighting enhance the outdoor spaces you see and use, but it also enhances the beauty of your home to anyone who passes by, accentuating its best features after dark. And for those that visit, lighting provides a welcoming embrace, guiding them safely into your sanctuary. Continue reading to learn how to use lighting to accentuate outdoor living and create a more inviting setting after the sun sets in this coastal haven.

Florida’s temperate year-round weather is perfect for an outdoor-oriented lifestyle. Ok, so you might be wondering, what if I want a little TV entertainment on my patio and outdoors? Can I just use a regular TV outside? The short answer is you can, but it may not be safe or last long. Regular TVs simply aren't made to withstand the heat, cold, humidity, and wetness of outdoor environments. Did we mention insects? We all know we have those in Florida too, and they might want to camp out in an unprotected TV set. 

Fortunately, there are great outdoor TV options for your Rosemary Beach, FL home. One of our favorites is the recently introduced Samsung Terrace TV. Read more about it below!

Long summer nights in WaterColor, FL call for relaxing on the patio while the sun sets and the gulf waves crash in the distance. Does it get any better than that? Perhaps when you add outdoor entertainment to the scene. A TV makes a great addition to any activity in the backyard!

While it may seem easy to bring your indoor TV to the patio, you’ll find that it can’t stand up to Florida heat, humidity, and salty air. It may also not be bright enough on those sunny afternoons. Rather than ruining your equipment or settling for subpar performance, invest in a dedicated outdoor TV instead.

Need more convincing? Below, explore three worthwhile reasons to add an outdoor TV to your backyard.

Want to make the most of your Florida patio? Install an outdoor TV to add multiple dimensions of entertainment. Enjoy a movie under the stars, March Madness basketball al fresco, or any other video entertainment that goes well with a little fresh air and a gulf breeze in Santa Rosa Beach. 

It's not all just passive viewing, either. Why not enjoy some outdoor yoga or another favorite exercise outdoors as you follow along on the TV? An outdoor TV opens a world of entertainment and relaxation outside. If you're looking for a TV for a shaded patio, you can’t do better than the updated Séura Shade Series 2 line. Read more about them below!

Spring is here in the Atlanta area.  While our winters are fairly mild, we all look forward to spending time outdoors.  In the South, you can beat the humid heat on a lazy Sunday by floating or frolicking in the pool.  Or perhaps you just like relaxing on a chaise, in the shade, with a good book and a sweet iced tea. Think that sounds enjoyable? Just add music to elevate this experience to the mental retreat we all need now.

We originally wrote this popular blog article during a much more pleasant time, the summer of 2018, before anyone talked of this new coronavirus. The current COVID-19 pandemic, which has afflicted much of Northwest Georgia, casts a shadow over even this outdoor merriment. However, if we’ve learned anything these past few weeks, it’s how therapeutic our outdoor time can be after being cooped up indoors all day.

Whether you’re spending time chilling with pets and family on your patio or getting some exercise in your pool, everything feels more enjoyable when you add music. However, simply adding any speakers you find on Amazon Prime isn’t enough. You’ll need Atlanta’s premier AV installer to help you choose and install the best speakers for your patios, yards and pools.