A Smart Home

You wake up, the blinds open by themselves, the coffee is already brewing, and most importantly, you feel just the right temperature. The comfort, personalization and security of automating your home are all reasons why people want to adapt with the technological advancements. Home automation is becoming more and more common as technology advances. We are seeing smartphones being paired with almost anything providing homeowners with control over each and every aspect of their home. Smart technology gives you the power to control your home from the palm of your hand while never lifting a finger. From the safety benefits it offers while you’re not home, to the added convenience when your arms are full of groceries, a smart home is the new form of luxury¬ and can be a great addition to any home renovation.

We take a look at the latest and smartest appliances, lighting, safety and security, and temperature applications you need to add to your home!

Appliances

Amazon Echo

The focal point of all your technology. This is the best option of a central hub for any smart home.

Samsung SmartThings Hub

Connects every smart appliance in your house with one hub.

Chamberlain MyQ Garage

Best smart garage-door controller for everybody.

iKettle

Wake up, turn it on, and your tea/coffee will be ready for you as soon as you get into the kitchen.

Lighting

Lifx Color 1000

Best colour-changing smart bulbs, brighter and more efficient than you-know-Hue.

Philips Hue Wireless dimming kit

Simple affordable smart lighting.

Lutron Serena Remote Controlled Shades

Schedule them, control them, or even simply tell Siri to open them, one of the most easily accessible shades you could ever put in your home.

Safety & Security

Kwikset Smartcode Touchscreen Electronic Deadbolt

One of the best locks available in the market with ultimately convenience.

Scout Home Security System

One of the most customizable DIY security systems in the industry today.

SkyBell HD Wi-Fi Video Doorbell

Integrated with most smart apps, SkyBells video Doorbell has amazing 1080p quality and free online video storage.

Nest Protect

The best smart smoke detector

Temperature

Nest Thermostat

Nest’s technology learns the way you like your house, and adjusts accordingly.

Netatmo Weather Station

Monitors what is going on around and outside your house and gives you accurate weather readings whenever you ask.