From First Installs to Leading an Industry
I started in home automation and quickly learned that the best technology is the kind you don’t notice. Today, One Sound Choice unifies lighting, shades, audio/video, pro-grade networking, and security into one calm, intuitive experience — designed around family life and beautiful spaces.
My Approach
I still work directly with clients and design details — from Lutron HomeWorks and Ketra lighting to Control4 control and Triad audio. The goal is simple: a home that feels beautifully choreographed and completely secure, without visible clutter.
- Design-first integration that respects architecture
- Enterprise-grade network security & reliability
- Clean, maintainable systems your family will love using
Featured On & Trusted By
Insights on smart living and human-centered technology — shared on national stages and media.
TEDx: Technology That Serves People
How smart technology preserves independence, comfort, and joy — without getting in the way of everyday life.
#1 Amazon Bestselling Author
Join the Smart Home Revolution reframed how families and designers think about connected living — practical, safe, and design-forward.
Why Work With Ryan Herd & One Sound Choice
- 30+ years of integration experience
- Former Mayor of Pequannock Township
- TEDx Speaker & #1 Amazon Author
- Award-winning Lutron & Control4 integrator
- Security-first, enterprise-grade networking
What Clients & Partners Say
“Ryan understands design. The tech disappears — the experience is what you notice.”
“Meticulous, honest, and calm under pressure. He’s our go-to for high-stakes projects.”
“Every demo turns into ‘when can you start?’ because Ryan makes complex things simple.”
FAQs About Working With Ryan
Yes. I still lead design on select projects and set standards the team follows across every installation.
Northern New Jersey — Bergen, Morris, Essex, Somerset, and Hunterdon Counties. See the Counties Index.
Yes — for keynotes, panels, and expert commentary on smart homes and connected living. Use the booking link below.
Book a Private Consultation with Ryan
Discuss your goals for lighting, shades, audio/video, networking, and security. We’ll align everything into one cohesive design.
Prefer to talk first? Call or text Ryan (973) 945-5275
Ryan Herd
Founder of One Sound Choice • TEDx Speaker • Former Mayor of Pequannock Township • #1 Amazon Author • Innovator behind the 4H Star — uniting Home, Heart, Harmony, and High Performance to deliver invisible luxury that works every day.
Prefer to talk first? Call or text Ryan (973) 945-5275