Smart home technology has been in high demand for some time, and that shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to a report by the prestigious market research company Parks and Associates, nearly a quarter of all U.S. homes have three or more smart home devices, and that number is climbing steadily.
Three-quarters of Americans bought a smart home device this year, and all the statistics across the industry are on the rise. Of course, larger homes in more affluent areas are more complex, and the people who live in them usually have more demanding lifestyles. This means that the demand for smart home technology increases as the size and luxury of the home does. Let’s take a closer look at why luxury home builders (and their customers) in the Connecticut area are choosing more smart home features and technology
Safety and Security
There are several reasons why more home buyers in Connecticut are looking for safety and security features.
While crime statistics in Connecticut are decreasing, there’s still a risk, and many criminals still target people and properties in more affluent areas. It’s also reasonable to say that the increase in security systems and security cameras might be a contributing factor in the decrease in crime.
Another important safety issue is related to older people who choose to age in place. Whether they live alone or in a mother-in-law suite, smart home features could be critical to ensure their health and safety. The latest smart home security systems all connect to your phone, so you can lock and unlock doors, view cameras or get alerts.
Outdoor Entertainment
Entertaining at home has become much more common over the past few years, and it’s a trend that’s also not slowing down.
Whether it’s outdoor televisions, custom outdoor and landscape lighting or weather-resistant sound systems, everyone wants to have a designer backyard space that can host the best parties.
Home Theaters
Of course, while a stunning backyard is a great feature for your Connecticut luxury home, the weather does mean that you can’t spend all your weekends out there!
Many luxury home buyers these days are looking for indoor entertaining spaces like home theaters that give them something to do when the weather is not ideal for the outdoors!
Automatic Blinds
When you have a large home with a lot of windows, you probably want to enjoy the view but also have privacy when you choose to. Of course, opening and closing all those blinds every day is a pretty big job. Thankfully smart home technology can automate your blinds, so you never need to do it yourself again. In fact, because this technology can usually be accessed from a mobile device, you can open or close the blinds even when you’re not home.
There are so many design options available that you can be sure you will find something for every design style.
Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting that is connected to a smart home system can be controlled from a variety of devices, and it can be used for many different purposes. First, and possibly most importantly, it’s great for safety and security. Not just to illuminate dark spots around your home but also to ensure that everyone maintains their footing on paths and walkways.
Landscape lighting can also be used to illuminate features in your garden or the architecture of your home. Luxury homes are often custom, so why not show them off around the clock?
Landscape lighting around swimming pools, hot tubs and outdoor kitchens can also make them more usable and enjoyable in the evening, so you can enjoy your space for longer.
Out of Sight, But Not Out of Mind
If you’re concerned that integrating smart home technology into your luxury homes will mean ugly wires and large equipment, don’t be. Modern smart home technology can be tucked completely out of sight, so you don’t even know it’s there until you use it.
Custom Solutions
Most luxury homes these days are designed to meet clients’ specific wants and needs, so their smart home technology should be the same. Many of the top Connecticut home builders, like Greyrock Homes, are working with smart home technology specialists to create the modern, highly functional, and feature-packed homes their clients demand.
Smart home technology is here to stay, and it will only be in more demand in years to come. However, it’s never a one size fits all solution. Just like luxury homes are one of a kind, the smart home technology you build into it – inside and out – needs to be customized to suit each client’s needs.
If you want to learn more about smart home designs, contact Lifetronic Systems located in Westport, CT. We’re happy to guide you every step of the way.
