Most people tend to take advances in technology for granted. But when you sit back and consider just how far humanity has advanced technology over the past 100 years, especially when compared to all humankind before then, it’s unfathomable.
Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling your existing abode, take a moment to see how technology is impacting home construction.
1. AI Making Homes Smarter & Safer
Homeowners spend almost $500 on smart home and security technology, according to Houzz’s 2019 Overview of U.S. Renovation. This includes outdoor security, voice assistants, video doorbells, and smart lighting.
Over the past year, major brands like ADT, Bosch, and Honeywell have introduced even more smart home security options, including smart locks and cameras.
According to Industry Research Future, the home security market will be worth more than $44,806.5 million by 2023.
Artificial intelligence is being used in some of the newest devices to learn about your everyday routines.
According to Forbes, smart home gadgets can employ machine learning and sophisticated technology to handle day-to-day activities, such as buying groceries and creating to-do lists based on your behaviors.
The newest Buoy Whole Home Water Controller will detect a water leak, shut off the home’s water, and provide water usage recommendations for your family.
2. In-Wall Speakers
Not only is sound quality crucial when it comes to speakers, but so are design aspects to consider, which makes in-wall speakers a great option for homeowners.
Speakers with an in-wall enclosure may cost about the same as traditional ceiling speakers. You can buy a pair of in-wall speakers for about $180 or you can pay upwards of $3,000 for a high-end set of speakers capable of delivering uncompromised sound; despite fitting in between your wall’s studs.
When utilizing in-wall speakers as part of a complete surround sound system, there aren’t any major drawbacks.
In actuality, the center channel is the only speaker you may have a problem with. For in-wall center channels, you have to determine your TV or display size and where exactly it will go.
3. Connectivity With the Internet of Things
What if you could link all of your gadgets to the internet? Everything including clocks, speakers, lights, doorbells, cameras, windows, window blinds, hot water heaters, appliances, and culinary utensils.
What if all of those gadgets could interact with one another, give you real-time information, and respond to your commands?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a crucial component of home automation and smart homes, and it’s not science fiction any longer.
Home automation is exactly what it sounds like – automating the ability to manage things around the home with the press of a button, from window shades to pet feeding (or a voice command).
Some activities, such as programming a light to switch on and off at your leisure, are easy and cheap. Others, such as sophisticated security cameras, may need a larger time and financial commitment.