The Design School provides an in-depth look at the day-to-day activities of the home electronics integration designer. It includes 18 comprehensive lessons; each focused on designing home electronic systems. Topics include multi-room audio, home theater, lighting control, cost estimating, and more. Instruction is presented through lecture, activities, and discussion.
more…Training
We provide in-person training throughout Europe and the Middle East. If you prefer, we'll will bring our instructional sessions to you via an interactive web conference. You'll receive the personal attention of industry expert Todd B. Adams, who has taught globally thousands of installers, designers, project managers, finance, marketing and public relations people in the home electronics integration industry. Versed in a wide array of industry topics, Todd can teach every aspect of the industry. He develops and offers instruction to fit your needs.
The Design School
The Project Management School
The Project Management School focuses on building a foundation for managing home electronics integration projects. Author of The Residential Integrator's Project Management, Todd interprets and explains clearly the principles developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI), the trade organization for project management professionals.
more…Student Quotes
- "Thanks for an eye opening three days. After ten years in the business I see there is still plenty to learn. The files you provided alone are worth the price of the class."
- — Brian Chirstman Sound Waves
- "Todd was able to accurately describe all the issue’s we face as PM's in the home automation field. Todd then proceeded to diagnose the issues and provide solid and proven methods to handle these road blocks. I strongly advise this course to new and seasoned PM's in our industry."
- — Chad Trude La Scala Integrated Media
- "Todd’s broad knowledge and personal background in the project management area bolstered his presentation significantly and his business background helped lend credibility to his presentation and anecdotes about day to day operational issues that can front all of us in the business. Todd was top notch and professional in his presentation."
- — Brian Moersch Atlantic Companies
- "Just as informative as the Design Class. Thanks for all the info and making it worth the time and money."
- — Fabian Rhooms Digital Lifestyles
- "Todd’s course exceeded any and all expectations I had. I wish I had taken this course five years ago."
- — Thomas Geddings Atlantic Companies
- "This course teaches you the processes to put in place to make an AVcompany run smooth and proficient. It will help from the sales department right on down to the installers."
- — anonymous
- "This class took tried and true Project Management methods and directly applied them to the custom installation industry. Todd had great real world examples that the whole class could relate to."
- — Brian Walker Definitive Audio
- "A great course with a lot of information that will defiantly be of much use for me and my company."
- — Hrafnkell Palmarsson Sense
- "The level of knowledge presented is unprecedented in all my experience of training. The facts and methodology used to disseminate the information was in keeping with the professionalism of the whole course. Thanks Todd for all your help!"
- — Miles Powley MD. Hi-Tech Home Ltd.
- "I came to this course to learn the details of the particular industry. I feel like I can take this knowledge, incorporate it into what I already know from my past experiences and start and grow a business in this industry. Thank you for achieving my expectations."
- — Joe Thomas
- "Thanks Todd for having patience with me and the group. Your knowledge really helped me understand the basics of installation, and my learning will not stop there. Hopefully we will see you at the Grand Opening! Thanks for Everything!"
- — Akiba Solomon Digital Homes Online
- "I really absorbed a lot of knowledge and information from this course especially being that this is a field I was interested in learning much more about. Todd was and is a great Instructor, and he seems like a person I can call anytime for a brush up. Thank you all!"
- — James J. Shavis Digital Homes Online
- "The program gave my team the skills to build from. I will definitely have my team take advantage of DIparnter’s classes in the future."
- — Matthew Fredricks Digital Homes Online
- "I came here with limited knowledge of the industry. This course greatly improved my understanding of residential systems more so on the technical and structural aspects."
- — Lacille Berkeley Digital Homes Online
- "It was a great learning experience, accurate, professional, and organized."
- — Drew McDonald Digital Homes Online
- "The learning materials from this presentation exceeded my expectations!"
- — Derron Lyles Digital Homes Online
- "Excellent training. Todd’s Depth of knowledge of all facets of the residential integration industry is exceptional. I highly recommend this course for anyone that needs to really understand how things work in our business."
- — Alan Davison Honeywell
- "Whether you are interested in home theater design, commercial or home construction, project management, or establishing a focused business strategy, this training offers unique insight and methods to achieve project/business objectives."
- — Doug Datka Triple Canopy Inc.
- "Todd is a great instructor: super-knowledgeable and experienced, fun, and funny. Projects a deep sense of caring that each and every one of his students succeeds in the business. This is the first CEDIA sponsored training I’ve taken, and he set a very high bar. I truly look forward to taking more classes from Todd."
- — Keith Evans Akamai SmartHome Designs
- "Todd is a very informative and inspiring teacher, he actually pulls the lesson off the pages and somehow literally place in into your brain. I am 110% satisfied with the results of this training and look forward to implementing the many practices that I have learned in this Design School. I have fully come to realize the importance of my role in this industry thanks to Todd Adams and his passionate presentation of his trade. This class is a must attend for every designer of each company and is more than worth the cost of the 5 day experience."
- — Ryan M. Bethell Sat Sound
- "I am starting to implement what you taught during the course. We are in the process of evaluating our product lines and trimming it down to where it needs to be. The sales reps no longer have the power to control the jobs and make all the decisions. We are going to begin using scope statements on all of our projects and are going to start creating our org charts and other documents in the near future. I can not thank you enough for the lessons you taught. If you are ever in Minnesota, I'd love to have you stop by see our shop and take you out to dinner. Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with in the future. Thanks for everything!"
- — Matt Then Advanced Home Environments, Inc.
- "It was a great deal of information to process in just two days. Taking this class from someone who has experienced the victories and the mistakes made the class extremely valuable and well worth the cost!"
- — Brian Owens AV Integrators, Inc.
- "I attended the Designer Boot Camp by Todd B. Adams. I have been involved in AV systems design for about ten years and wish I had this course available many years earlier. Todd speaks with authority, disseminating information gathered from is extensive experience and from teaching hundreds of dealers during his teach career. He approaches his syllabus with a flexible attitude in that there may be no one correct answer to design, however there are many wrong ways to approach design. This class focused on hot to approach system design using a critical and thorough thought process. This class is very valuable time spent!"
- — George Hanus CTO, Rich Green Ink.
- "The Designer Boot Camp by Todd B. Adams gave me more insight than most college courses provide in a whole semester."
- — Kristian Schrieber AVAD
- "Great class, I learned a lot! I am looking forward to putting all this information to use!"
- — Ron Ellis AV Dream Systems
- "Todd B. Adams teaches in a clear concise manner that adds value to the designer’s role. Time is well spent sitting in his class room."
- — Teri McDonald Home Systems Integration
- "I enjoyed your class so much I felt compelled to write you a note. I have been our industry for over 20 years. I have owned and operated a successful A/V integration company for 12 years, and have attended extensive CEDIA and manufacture trainings over the years. Todd’s boot camp and course material will have an immediate positive impact on our business and production process flow and greatly aid in our ability to standardize our process and increase our profitability. My return on the investment of time and money in this course will be the highest received on any training. I look forward to the results of sending other members of our team to DIpartner’s training events."
- — Jim Robinson Audio By Design
- "The trainer â€" Todd B. Adams â€" provided a very informative and very interesting course. I would highly recommend anyone to take his course and consider his books if they were interested in bettering the operation of their company."
- — Tony Coia Audio Interiors
- "I found the course to be extremely applicable in helping to streamline our process. The profit in our industry is in the details. I would not hesitate to recommend this course to any integration firm that is looking to grow. ."
- — John Staley Audio By Design
- "Todd is the perfect instructor for this material. I have picked up several new ideas which will help to make my business more profitable. ."
- — Mark Afford Quadrant Systems
- "Todd’s knowledge of both the business and technical sides of the industry added the extra value that made this class a must have! ."
- — Joe Poole Intrasource Inc.
- "Nicely summarized, clear analysis of the process. Many thanks…I will be back."
- — Tim Davis SMC
- "Weather you are new to the industry, designing or a seasoned professional, the depth of knowledge Todd brings is immense. I recommend this class if you are serious about improving your business."
- — Todd D Ward
- "It was refreshing to see real world applications and scenarios. Todd’s experience opened my eyes to the fact that even though we love what we do, this is still very much a business and efficient businesses are run on standards and procedures and these standards are constantly evolving."
- — Fabian Rhooms Digital Lifestyles LLC
- "With all the confusion surrounding whole house automation, Todd’s designer class is critical for integration professionals in setting proper expectations with clients control the scope and improve overall satisfaction for the project. ."
- — Douglas Warner WAV Consulting
- "I left this week with more than I expected. The information was helpful and integral to the continuation of excellence in my company. The included templates and business documents and materials are simply invaluable."
- — Eric Thompson AIV Specialists
- "As a builder with little to no knowledge or experience in this industry, I found the 5-day Design School a great investment. Starting point of entry into an area of huge potential value added to my product mix."
- — Brandon M. Wilson Brass Tax
- "The class offered an excellent introduction to Residential Design, as well as plenty of depth to satisfy those with prior industry experience."
- — Adam Prince Madsen Electric
- "The project management workshop has given me many valuable tools and templates which I have developed in my company. The investment in time and cost of the house will seem insignificant after spending the next year implementing all the project management skills learnt."
- — Philip Moule
- "As a sales advisor, I found my basic knowledge has been shored up and built upon to a point I now feel confident in presenting a well organized, professional sales presentation that will work for my customers as well as my company."
- — Paul Rainban
- "Learned loads! More then I expected on the course. Your course was great to take, as it will help expand and make a successful business."
- — Nabil Barsouna
- "One of the most important things I’ve learned was the standardization, which was excellently emphasized. Templates that were given provide an excellent starting point. Overall very good and informative… Thank you."
- — Carl Ambrus Sarner Ltd
- "After attending this course with very minimal knowledge of the design environment for HTI, I can honestly say I have learned many new aspects to help me become an efficient home automation designer. I look forward to putting my newly taught knowledge into action. Thanks Todd. ."
- — Peter Davies Scan Computers Intl. Ltd.
- "A very well presented and worthwhile course, invaluable for newcomers or veterans. Great value for the money when you consider how much better your business can do. Thanks!"
- — Peter Clarke
- "I though this was an excellent course! Clearly a great deal of thought has gone installing the course, and the course book. It covers a lot of ground and gives a thorough overview of technical and communication issue facing custom installation designers and details a recommended process for communicating with clients and other contractors."
- — Marcus Wood Super Home Group
- "I felt very involved with the processed and techniques of design procedures and projects scope systems."
- — Brent Hedberg Coast Technical Sound FX
- "I felt very involved with the processed and techniques of design procedures and projects scope systems."
- — Brent Hedberg Coast Technical Sound FX
- "Understanding the complex world of customer electronics Designer was made clear and precise by enrollment in the Todd Adams Design School."
- — Rob Wilde Whistler Audio Visual
- "The Design School provided a thorough understanding of the necessary topics required to become a successful home integration designer. I will definitely be back for more!"
- — Brandon Manka
- "Todd appeared to have the knowledge of someone that was in the industry for over 30 years. He used examples that were completely relevant to day to day experiences."
- — John Tedder Haave A/V Systems
- "I found the DIpartner Design class very informative. Comprehensive take home materials and software programs were a great bonus."
- — John Young La Scala
- "I'd be happy to go on record as saying that if a student works hard at both learning and applying the principles and specific tools you present, he'd be getting another order of magnitude worth of value beyond what he's paid in tuition."
- — Greg Colombo HiFi Centre
- "Todd obviously knows the material yet presents it in a easy to follow, interactive way. He waits for the consensus before moving on and moves through the material at an appropriate pace. Real world examples are given to help you bring the materials home and adapt it for your use. ."
- — Doug Lehr Sherman’s Home Works
- "The course was one of the best courses I ever taken, and it’s the best residential integrator course I have ever taken. Todd used his extensive knowledge of the industry and years of experience running an integration company to teach not only the concepts but the real-world applications. The supplemental materials alone were worth taking the course for and I would HIGHLY recommend this course. ."
- — Joe Gordon, President Leading Edge Design Systems
- "The content of the course was well worth the cost. The course went far beyond fulfilling my expectations. I can take this information immediately and implement it into our company. ."
- — Mike Hansen HTI"

