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Applewood Integration — Luxury AV and Home Theater San Francisco Bay Area

Where Technology Disappears Into the Room.

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Our Philosophy

Technology that lives
with you — not beside you.

The most beautiful system is one you never have to think about. At Applewood Integration, we believe that a truly exceptional audiovisual experience doesn’t announce itself — it simply elevates every moment you spend at home.

A purpose-built theater room is impressive. But a living room with a perfectly calibrated surround system, an immaculate display, and an effortless streaming setup? That’s a room your family will actually want to use — not just on special occasions.

We design systems for the way you live. Invisible, intentional, and built to last. And every project begins with a complimentary consultation — because the right system starts with truly understanding your home.

Luxury living room with seamlessly integrated home theater system and in-wall speakers — Applewood Integration San Francisco Bay Area
What We Do

Services

01

Living Room Integration

Our specialty. A beautifully calibrated surround system and state-of-the-art display that disappears into your living space — and gets used whenever the moment calls for it.

02

Distributed Audio

Whole-home audio systems that flow naturally from room to room. High-fidelity sound in every space, effortlessly controlled.

03

Dedicated Listening

Audiophile-grade two-channel and 2.1 stereo systems for the discerning ear. We also design quiet, personal headphone stations — a private listening experience that rivals any concert hall.

04

Display & TV Mounting

Precision installation with fully concealed cabling. We treat your walls with the care of a finish carpenter — clean, flush, and architecturally considered.

05

Smart Home & Security

Lighting scenes, motorized shades, climate control, access control, and discreet surveillance — all unified into a single, intuitive interface. A fully integrated home that responds to you, protects you, and never asks you to think about it.

06

Consultation & System Design

Not sure where to start? We offer a complimentary consultation to assess your space and understand your goals. From there we put together a tailored system proposal — so you know exactly what you’re getting before any commitment is made.

How It Works

The Applewood Experience

I

Consult

We begin with a conversation about how you live, how you use your space, and what you want to feel when you walk into a room. No jargon, no pressure — just listening.

II

Design

We design a system tailored precisely to your space, your aesthetics, and your life. Every component is selected for both performance and visual elegance.

III

Install

Our installations are clean, thorough, and respectful of your home. We leave no trace except a system that works beautifully and looks like it was always there.

Our Partners

The Components We Trust

We are selective about what goes into every installation. The names below offer a glimpse into the standard we hold — from accessible excellence to the pinnacle of the craft, every component we specify has earned its place.

Loudspeakers

  • KEF
  • Bowers & Wilkins
  • REL

Amplification

  • Marantz
  • Anthem
  • McIntosh

Displays

  • Samsung
  • LG
  • Sony

Projection

  • Sony
  • JVC
  • Epson

Content & Streaming

  • Apple
  • Kaleidescape
  • Sonos

Networking

  • Ubiquiti
  • Araknis
  • Pakedge

Control & Automation

  • Lutron
  • Savant
  • Control4

Power & Cabling

  • AudioQuest
  • Transparent
  • Furman
Common Questions

What People Ask

Every project starts with questions. Here are the ones we hear most often — answered honestly.

We serve homeowners throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco, Marin County, the Peninsula, the East Bay, and the South Bay. We also travel to Napa and Sonoma for the right projects. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, just reach out — we’re happy to discuss.
Not at all — and this is central to our philosophy. A purpose-built screening room is impressive, but it often goes unused. A thoughtfully designed living room system with a calibrated surround sound setup, a reference-grade display, and effortless streaming integration will deliver a genuinely cinematic experience and get used whenever you want it. The best home theater is the one you actually live in.
Every project is genuinely unique. Cost is shaped by the scope of the installation, the components selected, and the time involved — and those variables differ significantly from one home to the next. Rather than publish figures that may not reflect your situation, we prefer to start with a conversation. Reach out and we’ll give you an honest, transparent picture of what your project would involve.
We work with a carefully selected range of manufacturers — from well-engineered accessible options to the pinnacle of the craft. You can explore the brands we trust in our Partners section. What matters most is that every component we specify is chosen on merit and matched precisely to your space, your listening habits, and your life. We supply all equipment ourselves, which ensures everything is sourced correctly, warrantied properly, and integrated as intended.
We treat every home with the same care we would want in our own. Our installations are clean, precise, and thoughtfully executed. Cable management and concealment are a point of pride — we plan every installation to minimize wall impact and won’t leave visible wires. We take our time to do it right the first time.
We supply all equipment as part of our service, and this is intentional. When we source and specify every component, we can guarantee compatibility, ensure proper manufacturer warranties are in place, and stand fully behind the system we build. Open-box or client-supplied equipment introduces variables we cannot control — and we hold ourselves to too high a standard to compromise the integrity of an installation. What we can offer is the confidence that every component in your system was chosen deliberately and sourced correctly.
Dolby Atmos is an immersive audio format that adds height channels to traditional surround sound — meaning sound moves above and around you, not just side to side. It’s now standard on most major streaming platforms including Netflix, Apple TV+, and Disney+, which means if you’re watching modern content you’re likely already receiving an Atmos signal. Whether you need it depends on your space and priorities, but for clients who want a genuinely cinematic living room experience, an Atmos-capable system is worth serious consideration.
Simply reach out through our contact form below. We offer a complimentary initial consultation — no pressure, no obligation. Tell us a little about your space and what you’re hoping to create, and we’ll have a conversation, understand your vision, and put together a thoughtful recommendation that fits your home and your life.
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Every great installation starts with a conversation — and that conversation is always complimentary.
Reach out and we’ll be in touch promptly.