Progressive Living design and install bespoke entertainment systems. Whether you're looking for a new Plasma installation, a way of listening to your music around the home or a complete 'smarthome' we have a solution to fit your budget. As experts in the field, backed by years of experience we can guide you through the minefield of technology and make the most of your investment.
As an established independent company, we pride ourselves on offering customers the personal touch. We have a well-earned reputation for creating powerful yet easy to use systems, which stems from our extensive product knowledge and focus on beautiful design. We’re not tied in to any particular suppliers or product menu, so we’re free to choose the best possible solution for you and your home. Unlike many other installers, we undertake all associated small building works - eliminating the need for you to coordinate multiple tradesmen. All our staff are ECA (Electrical Contractors Association) qualified, thus experienced and competent with all aspects of electrical installations. For your peace of mind, we are 'manufacturer approved installers' for every system we supply - so you can rest assured we'll get maximum performance from your investment.
Whether you're looking for a Plasma installation or a fully integrated system, we'd love to hear from you. We offer a complimentary and informal home consultation service, at both evenings and weekends to suit you. We cover London and the South East predominantly, but can be flexible to suit your needs. Armed with a wealth of product knowledge, we'll listen and explore your needs and provide you with advice and recommendations relevant to you. You can contact us on 0203 151 0950 or 01245 222461 Alternatively, email: malcolm@progressiveliving.co.uk
August - New demo facility is under construction, with the latest products from Opus, Lutron and a dedicated 7.1 cinema room. Appointment only. July 2009 - New Sonos touchscreen controller now available for demo! As Sonos Authorised Installers, we're able to supply & install systems tailored to your needs. June 2009 - Summer's here! Make the most of those garden parties with our range of stylish outdoor speakers. October 2008 - As registered installers of Rako wireless lighting, we're able to show you the benefits of this amazing system in your own home. May 2008 - Extended product portfolio! The latest offerings from Speakercraft, Rako Lighting, Living Control, Lutron and InFocus are now available - give us a call for details. January 2008 - Want to show off your home? We're always looking for homes to add to our growing portfolio - if you're interested, there are currently some unbeatable deals available! June 2007 The iDyl multimedia server now allows you to store all your DVD's and acces them from any room in the house. You can browse by Genre, Actor or Director and view full cover art. The system is one of the easiest to expand, so capable of meeting all your future needs. Progressiveliving.co.uk progressive living www.progressiveliving.co.uk Home cinema installer Living control Speakercraft Amx Crestron Philips pronto Opus Netstreams Multiroom audio installer Multiroom video installer Home automation Essex chelmsford
Everyone loves music, but not everyone loves the same music! With a multi-room set-up you can listen to the radio in the kitchen while the kids listen to their music upstairs. You can even interrupt their listening to call them down for dinner. Dock your IPod as you arrive home, then scroll through the playlist from the nearest touchscreen and listen to your desired track in any room - even the bathroom. Throwing a party is easy too - there's no need for a DJ - you can control the music and volume from wherever you are in the house.
It may be long overdue, but 21st Century lighting systems have finally arrived. The flexibility to control the lighting in any room from any location is the key to this new world of lighting control. You can forget conventional thinking; the only constraint is your imagination. You can create ‘dinner party’ ambience throughout your home with the touch of a button. And set it to react to changes in the natural light outside. Or have the option of turning 'all lights off' via a single button as you leave the house - and all this can be achieved without the need for expensive rewiring.
Watching the latest blockbuster or big game on a huge screen is something that everyone loves – but it needn't take over your living area. Taking your seat as a projector screen glides down from the ceiling gives an enchanting cinema experience. We even have speakers that are truly invisible. It doesn't stop there, a fully integrated system allows you to watch the same movie in any room – so you needn't miss any crucial scenes when you head out to the kitchen to get a refill.
For many of our customers, banishing 'wire spaghetti' is top of their wish list when creating a stylish living environment. Our systems use a combination of both wired and wireless technology; giving you the reliability of a wired setup combined with the freedom of wire-free controls. Creative thinking and clever design bring you the best technology without spoiling your stylish interior. Elegant, wall-mounted touchscreens give you access to audio, video, lighting and security control. Banishing the electronics to a dark cupboard where they belong. Of course some of the technology is simply too beautiful to be hidden from view. Our interior design partners have some ingenious solutions for every situation.
Entry control systems let you see who's at the door with instant display on any connected television, allowing you to open the gates just to friends. It’s very reassuring to think that when teenagers or ageing parents are home alone they can check who's at the door before opening it. You can also check your security cameras from anywhere in the world, and be notified of any potential unwanted visitors. Full Integration detects movement or noise in a baby's bedroom, displaying images and sound directly on your chosen television. Meaning you can relax, safe in the knowledge that the little ones are sound asleep.
Our starter packages might be cheaper than you'd think. A wireless system which gives access to all your music from a handheld controller can be supplied for under £500. You can then add additional speakers in up to 30 rooms – giving you the flexibility to listen to any song in any room, or indeed the same song in every room - including the garden. Our modular philosophy means all systems are upgradeable, allowing you to add functionality and embrace new technology as and when your budget allows.
If you're looking for something a little more impressive, we can add on some lighting options. Our retro-fit systems give total flexibility over the scale of your investment – we can install a single room or a whole property with intelligent lighting – the decision is yours. With our wireless technology, this can all be achieved without the need for messy and costly re-wiring.
Our top-end systems literally have no boundaries. We've had some challenging (and slightly obscure) requests from customers over the years - all in a day's work for us. It's the challenges that make life interesting. You’ll never hear ‘that can’t be done’ from us. Our emphasis on up-front design means every detail is considered before any physical work is undertaken, we can even provide full 3D CAD visualisations to ensure you're happy with the design.
Relatively straightforward installation of a HD Plasma and surround system. As the room was being redecorated, it gave the perfect opportunity to hide all necessary cables within the walls. We also took the liberty of running additional wiring, thus allowing the client to expand and upgrade the system in the future with minimum upheaval. All wiring schematics were left with the client, so additional components could be added 'DIY-style'. The setup was controlled by a single colour touchscreen remote control – so intuitive even the adults worked it with ease!
Having contacted us at the project outset, this client wanted a future-proof solution for their new family home – right up our street! After listening to the 'wish-list' from both adults and kids, we liased directly with the architect to create wiring schematics and provision of space for all equipment to fit their needs - both now and for the future. Regular site visits ensured everything was carried out to our spec. The client is now able to extend and upgrade the setup as and when the budget permits - safe in the knowledge that the wiring infrastructure is already in place.
With a passion for music, this client wanted the functionality of a multi-room setup, without losing his beloved Hi-Fi. No problem we said. Storing all their music in an uncompressed format meant no loss in quality for the audiophile, while still giving the rest of the family instant access to all their favourite tunes. The house had recently been decorated which meant we had to keep disruption to a minimum - Our expert team managed to complete the installation with no redecoration necessary since all wiring was hidden from view in the ceilings and loft void. Total installed cost £3000.