Post by Stacey Walker. Stacey mostly works behind the scenes for Walker Woodworking, managing day to day operations, and marketing. Stacey has helped many clients create their dream space.
Smart Home Technology that Supports Wellness
As we enter a new year, wellness remains top of mind for homeowners as they continue to look for ways to keep their family safe. This priority has caused interior designers to explore varying ways to meet this need for their clients whether it is through an open floor plan, materials that reduce the formation of harmful bacteria, color choices, or smart home technology. While the main focus of smart home technology is to make our life easier, there has been a secondary purpose which is to give the consumer a happy, healthier life. Our homes play a key role in our everyday lives and often our product choices such as smart home options, can influence our mood by how they impact our day to day activities. Let’s talk about what is new in the home market, how they can best benefit you, and the role it can play in your families well-being.
Smart home air purifiers
The air we breathe is important especially when it is being recirculated throughout the home and opening the windows is not an option. Smart home air purifiers have taken clean air to a whole new level and come with features you never would have thought possible. With the ability to monitor the quality of air circulating through your home, you can have peace of mind that your family is getting the very best. Many will link with an accompanying app on your phone where you can see details to the current quality of air in your home and can make adjustments automatically as needed. A good air purifier is not just a protection against germs, although that is one of its ideal perks, it can also help with dust and pet danger which is a huge plus to families with allergy sufferers. Plus it can also aid with the removal of odors, mold ( a huge health concern for many), and other elements that can be unhealthy or unpleasant for homeowners. Be sure to check and see if your smart home air purifiers can actually link to your phone or even Alexa and Google devices, as it makes it easier to monitor the quality of air and adjust as needed. Some even come with the bonus of smoke and carbon monoxide detection, it’s like having a three in one. Having one in key areas like the bedroom, living areas, and even your home office if you work several hours from there can give you peace of mind that your air quality is at its best.
Smart home lighting
This is a key element to consider when designing your home since it can influence your mood and can cause eye strain when there is not enough. There is a popular option called human-centric lighting which seeks to use the natural patterns of sunlight such as intensity and color to work with your body and its circadian rhythm. This is outside of the traditional thoughts of smart lighting which often highlights timers and the ability to turn them on and off via your phone but there is more offered to homeowners today. Many realize that the old school lighting options just don’t cut it anymore and we need more control over what is illuminating our home. The level of light matters because the brighter it is the harder it becomes to relax which is why having lighting that can be dimmed not just with levels but intensity yields great benefits as it imitates the natural rise and fall of sunlight’s varying shades. Smart bulbs have a bonus in that they reduce the spread of germs because we don’t have to touch them to turn them on and off. Smart lighting can help you have a better environment for wellness for your family so be sure to check it out as a viable option.
Smart home lighting
This is a key element to consider when designing your home since it can influence your mood and can cause eye strain when there is not enough. There is a popular option called human-centric lighting which seeks to use the natural patterns of sunlight such as intensity and color to work with your body and its circadian rhythm. This is outside of the traditional thoughts of smart lighting which often highlights timers and the ability to turn them on and off via your phone but there is more offered to homeowners today. Many realize that the old school lighting options just don’t cut it anymore and we need more control over what is illuminating our home. The level of light matters because the brighter it is the harder it becomes to relax which is why having lighting that can be dimmed not just with levels but intensity yields great benefits as it imitates the natural rise and fall of sunlight’s varying shades. Smart bulbs have a bonus in that they reduce the spread of germs because we don’t have to touch them to turn them on and off. Smart lighting can help you have a better environment for wellness for your family so be sure to check it out as a viable option.
Smart home sleep ideas
We would all agree that sleep is a critical part to our overall wellness which is why there are so many products available to help you gain the most out of your nightly rest. There are several ingredients that go into making the best night’s sleep including noise, and temperature. Lighting has already been highlighted as a key element even as we prepare to wind down in the evening. Temperature is another key role in getting a good night’s sleep with 65 degrees fahrenheit being the approximate ideal temperature. Smart home thermostats can be automatically set to run at that perfect degree during the night which means you never have to think about it or get up to adjust it. Beds are also getting a smart home upgrade with new warming and cooling options that allow you to directly control the temperatures which can directly impact your sleep comfort. This is also a bonus for those who share a bed since everyone has varying temperature needs. New apps are being created that can help you monitor your actual sleep patterns and discover when you are not truly getting enough deep sleep. This is helpful because when you are aware of it you have the power to remedy the situation. Your sleep is precious and smart home sleep products can help make sure you get a well deserved night’s sleep.
Smart home water filters
Water is an essential part of our life and a vital component to our daily health and wellness. We consume it, cook with it, and clean our homes with it. As it is so intricately integrated into such a large portion of what we do on a day-to-day basis, the quality of our water matters but often our demanding schedules make it difficult to stay on top of such an important issue. Smart home water filters make this task much easier as they will automatically let you know when a filter needs to be replaced and can even let you know the amount of contaminants being removed from your water. Since most can be installed directly over your current kitchen faucet, this makes it simple to access clean water for all the necessary tasks such as cooking, brewing coffee, and rinsing veggies. Another bonus to having a constant supply of pure water is the potential for increased water intake since it is easy to refill your water bottle whenever needed. Smart home water filters offer you a worry-free way to provide your family with something so essential for their well-being that is low maintenance for you.
Smart home technology supports wellness
In the last decade we have seen a surge in smart home technology that is not just about convenience but also providing another level of protection for the wellness of your family. Our team remains dedicated to this important part of home design which is why we work so closely with designers to produce custom cabinets that integrate seamlessly with smart home products.
