what is a smart home? Archives

HVAC And Home Automation

June 12, 2017

It is widely believed that the American Association of Home Builders coined the phrase “smart home” back in 1984 in an effort to inspire home designers to integrate forward technology in new home designs. The Integer Millennium House in the UK was one of the first buildings in the world to adopt this concept. More specifically, by 1998, the building featured new technological innovations including energy-efficient appliances, automated louvers and blinds that controlled ventilation and temperature, as well as interactive security and lighting controls. The concept of “futuristic” homes gained traction in the early 2000s as technological advancements caused the prices of such homes to fall significantly. This article discusses some more information on this topic. Click through to read more.

Using Your Smart Phone To Control Your Home

May 23, 2017

If smartphones were the biggest step in terms of tech development in the 2000s, the advent of smart homes should represent the most notable leap of the 2010s. And although controlling the appliances in your house right from your phone sounds a lot like science fiction for most, it’s now possible to tap into high-tech functionality that wasn’t readily accessible in the past. All you need to do is learn how to use one app on your phone/tablet, and you’ll be able to control a handful of functions throughout your home. Click through to read more.