AVIR

What AVIR does

AVIR is a privately held custom integration and installation firm founded in 1989 by Gordon Spielberg and headquartered in Palm Desert, California. The company designs, engineers, programs, installs, and services luxury audiovisual, home automation, lighting control, motorized shading, multi-room audio, security, and enterprise-grade networking systems for high-end residential and commercial clients across the Coachella Valley and surrounding Southern California communities (more than 35 cities served). AVIR operates as a factory-authorized dealer and installer for premium third-party brands including Crestron, Control4, Savant, Lutron, Sony, McIntosh, Bowers & Wilkins, Kaleidescape, Meridian Audio, Sonance, Cisco, and Josh AI, among more than 40 vendor partnerships; it does not sell proprietary software products.

The business model is project-based professional services combined with hardware pass-through. AVIR generates revenue through custom system design and installation fees (consultation, drafting, engineering drawings, installation, programming, project management) plus equipment sales from its authorized vendor relationships, with all pricing provided on a quote basis and no publicly disclosed rates. The go-to-motion is enterprise field sales anchored by a dedicated design specialist, engineering, programming, and project management team, supported by a Palm Desert showroom, website contact forms, phone sales, and a referral network of interior designers, architects, and luxury builders. Differentiated service layers include a seven-day-a-week white-glove service capability, branded 'Welcome and Turndown' hospitality service, and a 'Hibernation Mode' security and energy management feature. The firm employs 11-50 people, claims to be the largest design-build AV and smart home integrator in the Coachella Valley, and remains founder-led under CEO Mike Oster.

Name

AVIR

Legal name

AVIR

Website

https://avir.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AVIR is a privately held luxury smart home and commercial AV design-build integrator founded in 1989 in Palm Desert, California. It custom designs, installs, and services integrated home cinema, automation, lighting, shading, audio, security, and networking systems for high-end residential and commercial clients across the Coachella Valley and Southern California.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Home Integration Services

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Home Theater Installation, Calibration & Custom AV Services Retail (CRACAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Motorized Shades, Blinds & Curtain Automation (HSAHADAD), Smart Lighting Control (Switches, Dimmers, Scenes) Integration (HSAOANAF), Home Automation & Smart Device Electrical Prewire (Controls, Sensors, Hubs) (HSAOADAJ)

Keywords

• Custom audio video installation
• Smart home automation
• Home theater design
• Lighting control systems
• Luxury home integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Palm Desert

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom System Design and Installation: AVIR designs and installs bespoke audiovisual, automation, and smart home systems for luxury residential and commercial properties. Revenue is generated through project-based installation fees combined with equipment sales. The company provides consultation, drafting, engineering drawings, installation, programming, and ongoing service and maintenance.
2. Equipment Sales: As a factory-authorized dealer and installer, AVIR sells and installs premium audio, video, home theater, lighting control, motorized shading, networking, and automation equipment from luxury brands including Crestron, Control4, Sony, McIntosh, Kaleidescape, and others.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

AVIR designs, engineers, installs, programs, and services custom audio-visual, lighting, motorized shading, security, networking, and home automation systems for luxury residential properties and commercial facilities such as country clubs and resorts in the Coachella Valley region. As a factory-authorized dealer for premium brands including Crestron, Control4, Savant, Lutron, Sony, McIntosh, and Kaleidescape, the company delivers turnkey smart home integration projects supported by white-glove service, Welcome and Turndown programs, and ongoing maintenance.

Product overview

AVIR is a custom integration and installation services company that designs and installs smart home and commercial audiovisual systems. They do not manufacture or sell their own software products. Their service portfolio includes seven core offerings: Home Cinema (custom theater design and installation), Automation (whole-home control via 'One Touch Simplicity'), Lighting (color tuning, artwork lighting, LED solutions), Shading (motorized window treatments), Music (multi-room audio systems), Security (video surveillance, access control), and Networking (IT infrastructure for automated residences). They serve residential and commercial clients in Southern California's Coachella Valley, working with interior designers, architects, and builders. Their processes encompass design consultation, engineering, installation, programming, project management, and ongoing white-glove service and maintenance. As a factory-authorized dealer and installer, they implement and configure third-party brands and platforms including Control4, Crestron, Savant, and Josh AI, but they do not offer a proprietary software product, platform, or API.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Home Cinema Custom design and installation of dedicated home theaters featuring premium projectors, displays, surround sound, and acoustic treatment, built to exceed commercial cinema standards for luxury residential clients.
• Automation Whole-home automation system using the proprietary 'One Touch Simplicity' interface, enabling single-touch or voice command operation of lighting, shades, entertainment systems, and climate controls across the entire home.
• Lighting Custom lighting design and control installation, including color tuning, artwork lighting, and LED solutions, that transforms the light in a space to suit the client's mood.
• Shading Motorized shading and window treatment design and installation, turning harsh sunlight into controlled, pleasing illumination through automated Lutron and similar systems.
• Music Multi-room audio system design and installation distributing high-fidelity music throughout every room using premium speaker brands and centralized amplification.
• Security Custom security system design and installation including video surveillance cameras, access control, and the proprietary Hibernation Mode power-saving and security feature for properties left unoccupied.
• Networking Enterprise-grade networking infrastructure design and installation providing the reliable, high-performance IT foundation required for automated residences and commercial facilities, leveraging Cisco and Access Networks platforms.
• White-Glove Service and Maintenance Ongoing white-glove service and maintenance program for installed systems, available seven days a week for repairs and upgrades, including the proprietary Welcome and Turndown Service that prepares and inspects systems before client arrival.

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• KetracoreTechnology or IntegrationKetra is a lighting technology brand featured by AVIR. Ketra lighting solutions offer beautiful spaces brilliantly lit with world-class illumination technology, complementing AVIR's luxury lighting control offerings.
• SonycoreTechnology or IntegrationSony is a premier home theater and projector brand partner. AVIR features Sony products including CLED video walls, projectors, and BRAVIA displays for luxury home cinema installations.
• CrestroncoreTechnology or IntegrationCrestron is a leading home automation and control platform partner. AVIR is a factory-authorized Crestron dealer and installer, offering Crestron touch screens, handheld remotes, and automation systems.
• McIntoshcoreTechnology or IntegrationMcIntosh is a premium audio equipment brand featured by AVIR. The McIntosh Reference Music System delivers high-fidelity audio performance for luxury home installations.
• Josh AIcoreTechnology or IntegrationJosh AI provides AI-powered voice control for smart homes. AVIR features Josh AI Nano and Josh AI products for natural, intelligent home voice control integration.
• Bowers & WilkinscoreTechnology or IntegrationBowers & Wilkins is a premium speaker brand partner. AVIR features Bowers & Wilkins products including the iconic Nautilus speakers for audiophile-grade installations.
• SavantcoreTechnology or IntegrationSavant is a home automation and control platform partner. AVIR offers Savant handheld remotes and smart home control solutions.
• KaleidescapecoreTechnology or IntegrationKaleidescape is a premium movie server and player brand. AVIR features Kaleidescape products for the ultimate cinematic experience with high-fidelity movie content delivery.
• Meridian AudiocoreTechnology or IntegrationMeridian is a high-performance audio brand featured by AVIR. Meridian speakers enable people to listen, enjoy and fall in love with their music and movies.
• Wisdom AudiocoreTechnology or IntegrationWisdom Audio is a premium in-wall speaker manufacturer. AVIR features Wisdom in-wall speakers utilizing pioneering thin film planar-magnetic transducer technology.
• SonancecoreTechnology or IntegrationSonance is an architectural audio brand partner. AVIR offers Sonance speakers and audio solutions that blend seamlessly with interior design.
• MarantzcoreTechnology or IntegrationMarantz is a premium audio and AV receiver brand featured by AVIR for high-fidelity home theater systems.
• LutroncoreTechnology or IntegrationLutron is a leading lighting control and motorized shading brand. AVIR offers Lutron solutions for elegant lighting and shade control.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco provides enterprise networking infrastructure solutions featured by AVIR for robust home and commercial network foundations.
• Control4coreTechnology or IntegrationControl4 is a leading home automation platform partner. AVIR is an authorized Control4 dealer offering at-a-glance home control views and device consolidation.
• SamsungcoreTechnology or IntegrationSamsung provides premium displays and televisions featured by AVIR for luxury home entertainment installations.
• JBL SynthesiscoreTechnology or IntegrationJBL Synthesis is Harman's premium home theater audio brand featuring high-performance loudspeakers and AV processors.
• FocalcoreTechnology or IntegrationFocal is a French high-fidelity speaker brand featured by AVIR for audiophile installations.
• Sonus FabercoreTechnology or IntegrationSonus Faber is an Italian premium speaker manufacturer known for handcrafted audio solutions.
• JL AudiocoreTechnology or IntegrationJL Audio provides high-performance subwoofers and speakers, including the renowned Gotham powered subwoofer series.
• VantagecoreTechnology or IntegrationVantage is a luxury home control and automation brand under Legrand, featured by AVIR for高端 home systems.
• Access NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationAccess Networks provides enterprise-grade networking solutions designed specifically for smart homes.
• RevelcoreTechnology or IntegrationRevel is a premium speaker brand under Harman, known for architecturally integrated audio solutions.
• TriadcoreTechnology or IntegrationTriad Speakers provides custom-built speakers designed for architectural integration.
• ParadigmcoreTechnology or IntegrationParadigm is a Canadian speaker manufacturer offering high-performance audio solutions for home theater and stereo systems.
• Mark LevinsoncoreTechnology or IntegrationMark Levinson is a premium audio brand under Harman, known for reference-class amplifiers and preamplifiers.
• Stewart FilmscreencoreTechnology or IntegrationStewart Filmscreen provides premium projection screens for home theaters, including reference-grade screen materials.
• Bosch SecuritycoreTechnology or IntegrationBosch provides security and surveillance solutions including cameras and access control systems.
• Interior DesignerscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAVIR partners with interior designers to provide elegant technology solutions seamlessly integrated into interior designs. The company offers lighting, shades, custom theater seating, AV furniture, and custom finishes.
• ArchitectscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAVIR works with architects providing detailed engineering drawings, compatibility documentation, and forward-thinking designs that achieve mathematically correct acoustics and matching aesthetics.
• BuilderscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAVIR partners with world-class builders for luxury home and commercial property projects. From turnkey luxury estates to upgradeable demo systems, builders choose AVIR for team quality and demonstrated excellence.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Audio Advice: High-end custom AV and home theater integrator with retail showrooms, comparable in offering luxury residential AV design and installation services to a similar affluent client base.
• Wipliance: Custom integrator of smart home, lighting control, AV, and shading systems serving luxury residential clients in the Pacific Northwest, directly comparable in service mix and premium positioning.
• Definitive Audio: Boutique luxury audio and home theater integrator offering high-end custom installation, calibration, and dealer services for premium brands, similar in scope and customer profile to AVIR.
• Engineered Environments: Custom AV and smart home integrator serving luxury residential and commercial clients with design, engineering, and installation services comparable to AVIR's offering.

Broad incumbents

• Magnolia (Best Buy): Best Buy's specialty AV integration division offering premium home theater and smart home services through a national retail footprint; overlaps with AVIR in service capability but operates at much larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Crestron Electronics: Leading manufacturer of control and automation platforms for luxury residential and commercial environments; operates a broader portfolio including direct sales and integration partner programs that intersect with AVIR's market.
• Lutron Electronics: Global manufacturer of lighting controls and motorized shading systems widely deployed in luxury homes; AVIR is a key dealer/installer, but Lutron itself competes for specification on major projects.
• Savant Systems: Premium home automation and control platform provider offering integrated smart home solutions directly and through dealer integrators like AVIR; broader incumbent with overlapping capability set.
• Snap One (Control4): Owner of the Control4 smart home platform and broader connected-living product portfolio, supplying integrators like AVIR while also enabling end-to-end solutions that can disintermediate smaller dealers.

Emerging players

• Josh.ai: AI-powered voice control platform for luxury smart homes, integrated by AVIR but positioning itself as a control alternative that could, over time, reduce dependence on traditional integrators for simpler installations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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