Who We Are

For more than four decades, Media Systems has been transforming the way people experience technology in their homes. Founded in 1980, our company was built on a simple belief: home technology should be intuitive, beautifully integrated and unbelievably reliable.

We act as trusted advisors to homeowners, architects, designers and builders — guiding every decision to ensure that each system is as functional as it is visually harmonious. From immersive home theaters and architectural audio to lighting, motorized shading and whole-home automation, our team creates technology that enhances everyday life while preserving the beauty of the home’s design.

Our leadership blends artistic sensibility with deep technical expertise. CEO Donnie Boutwell brings a background in media production and construction management, while CFO Jaclyn Boutwell ensures that every technology choice aligns seamlessly with interior design. CTO Chase Murphy, a master-certified programmer, leads our innovation, and our project and service teams deliver detail-driven execution and long-term reliability.

With decades of experience and industry-leading certifications, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of craftsmanship, privacy and performance. Many of the systems we built decades ago are still running today — a testament to our commitment to engineering excellence and ongoing support.

At Media Systems, technology should feel effortless, powerful and invisible. We create spaces where design and innovation work in harmony — and where every detail elevates the experience of home.

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Steve Driskell

Our Founder

After working as a home theater designer and installer at Home Entertainment, Steve founded Media Systems in 1980 because he discovered a client base seeking more advanced audio and video systems. He quickly created a niche for himself in Houston and around the world as a pioneer and true visionary of smart home technology. As control system technology developed, Steve integrated cutting edge products for a distinguished client base. Functional automation systems evolved into elegant products that can be enjoyed without really being seen. Steve's demand for efficiency and excellence continues to be our motivation today.