In today’s age of information technology, computers, and electronic devices, the world is getting smarter day by day. Not only smart phones, even houses with their structure and architecture are coming out with whole new features aiming at providing a better lifestyle. These ‘Smart homes’ give high quality system of comfort, security, space, and better conditions to live. The main features include advanced led lighting, customized air tight doors, reflective window, insulated walls, modular kitchens, spacious bathrooms, kids’ rooms etc. An important characteristic of these homes is an interaction of the different parts of a house which not only saves time but also is convenient to suit everyday lifestyle.

A smart home must have a proper scientific and rational design of architecture. The element of this must be proper use of lighting and electrical devices such as air conditioners, coolers, heaters etc. Remotes and touch panels are widely used today to save time. These remote controls help to change the light levels or fan speeds. Thus electricity and lighting can be used on one’s command.

The Blue Print of a smart home is its wall and roof. A house is structured on the support of its roof and wall made of bricks. Wienerberger produces horizontally perforated clay bricks for non-load bearing partition walls or infill masonry. These light weight bricks are of low weight with great thermal insulation and water absorption reducing dead loads, saving costs and helping in faster construction. They also help in building log lasting strong built roofs.

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Smart kitchens form an integral part of a smart home. Technology is fused with different parts of the kitchen and thus can be controlled easily. Smart tablets or keypads in the kitchen help do more than one work at a time from the kitchen. These speed up cooking and provides user friendly atmosphere. Today’s refrigerators entertain through its innovative features of internet. Induction cooktops help to save water and electricity. This provides safety and comfort too. There are few appliances which generates cooking tutorials with effective tips and warnings in the form of texts.

Bathrooms must be coupled with relaxation. Controlling of temperature of bath tubs and showers has become easier in one touch, including the proper use of sprays and steam in a Jacuzzis. Audio and lighting of the shower can be altered with remotes and other devices. Touch less toilets, digital showers, and programming of personalized temperature, wi fi enabled electric heated floor, hand free faucets prevents spreading of germs and water conservation are few innovations for smart bathrooms.

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Bedrooms form the integral part of a house. Smart bedrooms not only enhances the look but also   space and storage facilities. Wall beds, technologically operated drapes, switches controlling the main door from the master bedroom etc. are exciting elements of smart bedrooms.

Few additional characteristics of a smart home are:-

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• Detection of outsiders through cctv cameras and other devices
• Alarm modes help prevent thefts
• SMS to security control help in faster action
• Motion sensors and door locks builds up strong safety program
• Touch panel screen help to see visitor without opening doors
• Remotes can be used to open doors
• Gas leak detectors and valve controllers help to prevent accidents

• Water can be saved with smart water fixtures ensuring better experience.
• Thermostats can be used to control energy and temperature of homes
• WI FI controlled homes can get monthly energy usage reports.
• Passive houses are examples to heat and cool the house according to ones desires
• Innovative tables connected to internet offers several facilities
• Automation in each room helps us make the best possible use of technology to have a pleasant stay.

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The jaw dropping success of technology and internet today has gifted us with smart living with the help of smart homes. They not only are convenient in our everyday life but also don’t let us compromise on our comfort and safety.

Authored by a Building Expert from Wienerberger India

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