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SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY THAT SUPPORTS WELLNESS

As we enter a new year, homeowners’ wellness remains top of mind as they continue to look for ways to keep their families safe. This priority has prompted interior designers to explore various ways to meet this need for their clients, whether through open floor plans, materials that reduce the formation of harmful bacteria, color choices, or smart home technology. While the primary focus of smart home technology is to make our lives easier, there is a secondary purpose: to provide consumers with a happier, healthier life. Our homes play a crucial role in our everyday lives, and often, our product choices, such as smart home options, can influence our mood by affecting our day-to-day activities. Let’s talk about what is new in the home market, how it can best benefit you, and the role it can play in your family’s well-being.

Smart Home Air Purifiers

The air we breathe is essential, 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 new level, coming with features you never thought possible. With the ability to monitor the air quality circulating through your home, you can have peace of mind knowing that your family is getting the very best. Many will link with an accompanying app on your phone, where you can view the current air quality in your home and 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 massive plus to families with allergy sufferers. Plus, it can also aid with removing odors, mold ( a considerable health concern for many), and other elements that can be unhealthy or unpleasant for homeowners. Be sure to check if your smart home air purifiers can link to your phone or Alexa and Google devices, as this makes it easier to monitor air quality and adjust settings as needed. Some even come with the bonus of smoke and carbon monoxide detection, making it a three-in-one. Having one in key areas, such as the bedroom, living areas, and even your home office if you work 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, as it can significantly influence your mood and cause eye strain when insufficient. A popular option called human-centric lighting 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 no longer suffice, and we need more control over what illuminates our homes. The level of light matters because the brighter it is, the harder it becomes to relax. This is why having lighting that can be dimmed not just in levels but also in intensity yields significant benefits, as it imitates the natural rise and fall of sunlight’s varying shades. Smart bulbs have a bonus in reducing the spread of germs because we don’t have to touch them to turn them on and off. Smart lighting can help you create a better environment for your family’s wellness, so be sure to check it out as a viable option.

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Smart Home Sleep Ideas

We would all agree that sleep is a crucial part of our overall well-being, which is why numerous products are available to help you get the most out of your nightly rest. Several ingredients contribute to achieving the best night’s sleep, including noise and temperature control. Lighting has already been highlighted as a key element, even as we prepare to wind down in the evening. Temperature plays a crucial 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, so 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 control the temperatures directly, which can 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 developed to help you track your sleep patterns and identify when you are not 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.

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Smart Home Water Filters

Water is an essential part of our life and vital to our daily health and wellness. We consume it, cook with it, and use it to clean our homes. As it is intricately integrated into many aspects of our daily lives, the quality of our water matters. However, our demanding schedules often make it challenging to stay on top of this crucial issue. Smart home water filters make this task much easier, as they automatically notify you when a filter needs to be replaced and can even indicate the level of contaminants removed from your water. Since most can be installed directly over your kitchen faucet, it is simple to access clean water for all the necessary tasks, such as cooking, brewing coffee, and rinsing veggies. Another benefit of having a constant supply of pure water is the potential for increased water intake, as it is easy to refill your water bottle whenever needed. Smart home water filters offer 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

Over the last decade, we have witnessed a surge in smart home technology that offers not only convenience but also enhanced protection for your family’s well-being. Our team remains dedicated to this crucial aspect of home design, working closely with designers to create custom cabinets that seamlessly integrate with smart home products.

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