Outdoor Audio for Patios and Pools in the Bahamas
Outdoor-rated speakers, zones and placement: how to get great sound outside without disturbing the neighbors.
Old Fort Bay
Smart home, networking and AV installation in Old Fort Bay
Family homes and canal-front villas with a strong outdoor life. We design systems for the way Old Fort Bay is used: music by the pool, cameras on the dock, lighting that follows the evening and Wi-Fi that works everywhere.
How we work in Old Fort Bay
Old Fort Bay homes are built for living outdoors as much as in: terraces, pools, docks and gardens are used every day. That shapes the technology. Outdoor audio and Wi-Fi coverage matter as much as the living room, exterior cameras need to handle salt air, and lighting scenes should carry from the kitchen to the pool deck without anyone touching a switch.
We design and install indoor and outdoor audio, whole-property Wi-Fi, lighting control, cameras and access control and Control4 automation for Old Fort Bay residences, for both new builds and homes being updated.
What we deliver here
- Outdoor audio. Landscape and patio speakers zoned so the pool and terrace can play together or separately, with marine-grade components.
- Outdoor and dock Wi-Fi. Weather-rated access points so phones, tablets and cameras stay connected to the water's edge.
- Scene lighting. Interior and landscape lighting on the same keypads and schedules, with astronomic timers for evenings.
- Cameras and intercom. Coverage of the street side, canal side and dock, and video intercom for the gate or front door.
- Media rooms and TVs. Family-friendly cinema and distributed video with one simple remote per room.
- Remote support. Monitoring and support for owners in residence or abroad.
How we work
From first call to handover
Design for indoor and outdoor together
We plan audio zones, coverage and lighting as one property rather than as a house with a garden attached.
Choose equipment for the coast
Everything outside is specified for salt and sun, with sealed connections and sensible placement under eaves and in shade.
Install cleanly
Cabling is concealed, equipment lives in a ventilated rack, and the result is a house with no visible technology and no dead spots.
Local knowledge
Good to know about Old Fort Bay
- Canal and sea exposure. Waterfront homes see constant salt-laden air. Our guide to salt air and electronics explains what lasts and what does not.
- Hurricane season. Camera recorders and network gear on UPS and surge protection, and remote access so you can check the property after a storm. See preparing a smart home for hurricane season.
- Family use. Systems need to be simple enough for children, guests and staff. Keypads with clear labels and one remote per TV are the goal.
Frequently asked questions
Can you add outdoor audio to an existing home?
Yes. Landscape speakers with buried cable and a single amplifier location are a common retrofit, and battery or wireless options exist where cabling is impossible.
Will the Wi-Fi reach the dock?
With a properly placed outdoor access point, yes. Coverage to the waterline is a normal part of our designs in Old Fort Bay.
How do you handle the cameras when we are away?
Secure remote viewing and alerts to your phone, with recordings kept locally in the house. Read securing a second home from abroad.
Where we work
Other areas we serve
From the blog
Preparing Your Smart Home for Hurricane Season
Surge protection, backup power and remote access: how to get your home technology ready before the next storm.
Securing a Second Home from Abroad
Cameras, alerts, lighting and remote access: how to keep watch on a vacation property from anywhere.
Let’s plan your project
Tell us about your property and goals, and we’ll recommend the right approach.