Invisible Series
Traditional Architecture Meets Innovative Audio
This home, U.S. Olympian Aly Raisman’s childhood house, originally built in 1919, was recently reimagined through a complete renovation. The project offered a rare opportunity to blend legacy and innovation, where timeless charm met modern technology in the most seamless way.
Classic Character, Modern Comfort, Seamlessly Integrated
In a home where design was everything, the technology had to be invisible. Every detail mattered, especially the ones you couldn’t see. The clients adored the historical character of the architecture and envisioned a space filled with immersive sound that wouldn't disrupt the integrity of its classic design.
That’s where Boston Automations came in.
THE TEAM BEHIND THE VISION
BOSTON AUTOMATIONS
Boston Automations is a full-service integration firm dedicated to creating intelligent environments where technology enhances, rather than disrupts, everyday living. With a focus on intuitive control, seamless networking, and elegant audio/visual solutions, they partner with homeowners, builders, and businesses to deliver systems that are as effortless to use as they are beautifully integrated.
In every project, their goal is clear: simplify life through technology that blends into its surroundings and elevates the experience within them.
Reimagining Sound
This project is a compelling example of the power of Reimagining Sound, rethinking the role of audio as an integral part of architectural expression. What might have once been seen as a design challenge became an opportunity for innovation.
By leveraging the expertise of our Sonance Design Services team and the custom capabilities of James Loudspeaker, Boston Automations delivered a fully integrated solution: a QX soundbar, meticulously embedded into the custom-built mantel. The result? A sound experience that feels intentional and immersive, yet remains true to the home’s original character.
Hear From the Team
"From the very beginning of this project, we knew the room needed high-performance audio—but the fully concrete, traditionally designed space gave us almost no flexibility for speaker placement or wiring. That’s why I turned to James Loudspeaker.
Their custom capabilities allowed us to integrate a premium soundbar solution tailored precisely to the space. With support from the teams at Sonance and James, we were able to execute detailed CAD drawings and deliver the performance this room demanded.”
— Adam Zell from Boston Automations.
Their custom capabilities allowed us to integrate a premium soundbar solution tailored precisely to the space. With support from the teams at Sonance and James, we were able to execute detailed CAD drawings and deliver the performance this room demanded.”
— Adam Zell from Boston Automations.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT
qx spl soundbar
A central feature of this project was the integration of the QX in-wall SPL Soundbar from James Loudspeaker—a solution that blends precision craftsmanship with immersive, high-output performance. Built to disappear into the architecture, the SPL Soundbar offers flexible installation options including a flush-mounted, trimless grille for a minimalist aesthetic or a proud-mounted traditional grille for projects that call for visible expression.
What truly sets James apart is the ability to customize—width, driver layout, enclosure depth, and finish can all be tailored to the exact needs of the space. Whether aligning with a display, matching millwork, or adapting to unique construction constraints, James delivers a solution that feels intentional.
This installation by Boston Automations demonstrates what’s possible when form and function are not only balanced but beautifully aligned. The QX SoundBar wasn’t just added to the room — it was built into the architecture, becoming part of the story this home tells.
What truly sets James apart is the ability to customize—width, driver layout, enclosure depth, and finish can all be tailored to the exact needs of the space. Whether aligning with a display, matching millwork, or adapting to unique construction constraints, James delivers a solution that feels intentional.
This installation by Boston Automations demonstrates what’s possible when form and function are not only balanced but beautifully aligned. The QX SoundBar wasn’t just added to the room — it was built into the architecture, becoming part of the story this home tells.
The Power of Shared Vision
From our point of view, this project is a living expression of what happens when our core pillars — Designed to Disappear, Authentic Partnership, and Reimagining Sound — come to life. It reflects the magic that unfolds when integrators, designers, and manufacturers unite around a shared commitment to elevate design and enrich daily life through sound. When everyone shares the same vision, what’s created isn’t just a solution, it becomes an experience.
