After a long day at work, coming home is such a good feeling. It's a place to relax, unwind and enjoy your time with friends and family.
As technology evolves, so have our homes. They’re becoming more comfortable and convenient than ever, and that coming-home feeling just keeps getting better.
Living in the golden age of technological development, smart home systems are making life easier, each and every day. These devices are considered the heart of the home as they work together in one system to keep everyone connected.
Smart home automation allows homeowners to dive into high-tech, yet user-friendly, functionality. It’s like luxury living at our fingertips. Here are some features to consider if you are thinking of making your home smarter in 2018.
Google Home
Home automation systems are not only trendy, but unbelievably convenient. Smart home technology, such as Google Home, gives you the ability to control various items around the house. Voice controls allow users to play and listen to music, receive news and weather updates and make hands-free phone calls. You can connect Google Home with six different voice distinguishers, allowing multi-voice controls throughout your house.
Sonos
Another popular entertainment feature is Sonos Wireless Audio systems and speakers. Whether you are looking to listen to your favourite playlist in the kitchen or an audiobook in the bedroom, Sonos Home Sound Systems will fill any room with the sound of your choice.
Nestgear Arlo
Keep an eye on your home with a wireless camera security system. An automated camera system will give you the peace of mind while you are away on vacation, or just wanting to check up on your loved ones. Nestgear Arlo security systems allow homeowners to view video surveillance right on their mobile device from virtually anywhere in the world. Just connect to WIFI and begin live streaming or receive alerts whenever motion or audio is detected.
Nest
Living in the Okanagan, we are blessed with hot summers and snowy winters. Having the ability to turn on your HVAC systems and set temperature controls from your mobile device seems like a fairytale, but you can make it a reality with an automated thermostat system like Nest Learning Thermostat. This household feature has built-in WIFI, giving you access to remotely control the temperature of your home from your smartphone, tablet or desktop device. With this convenient feature, you can warm up or cool off your living space before coming home from work!
Philips Hue Lighting
Lighting control systems were one of the first smart home features to be introduced to us. Set the mood throughout your home with Philips Hue Smart Light Bulbs. Change the colour of your bathroom, bedroom or kitchen with your personal wireless LED lighting system, or connect your mobile device and choose an alert colour for when you receive messages and phone calls.
Anova Precision Cooker
If you love to cook and entertain, then you will enjoy this smart home cooking device. The Anova Precision Cooker is a wireless device that allows you to set the temperature and time through the Anova app. The precise temperatures will perfectly cook any dish. It’s simple, easy to use and attaches to any size pot for ready-to-eat meals. Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your guests while your smart home cooking device does all the work for you!
When building, buying or designing a home, it is important to think about the different technology you can have installed. If you’re looking to build a new home in Kelowna in 2018, consider complementing your new smart home features with a great view in Kettle Valley.
