SAFETY, SECURITY & SMART HOMES (SMART HOME SYSTEMS)
Pushing the boundaries of home entertainment
New innovations in technology designed to mitigate the risks in wet environments are pushing the boundaries of where AV equipment can be enjoyed in the home. Will Uttley of ProofVision looks at the latest products
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ver the past two decades, developments in digital technology and the rise of the internet have had a phenomenal impact on our lives, changing the very fabric of our society as well as how we live day-to-day.
In recent years, smart home solutions have changed the face of domestic living, controlling everything from energy and security to audio-visual and home entertainment and offering a level of comfort, control and efficiency that meets the requirements of 21st century life.
DIGITAL TAKEOVER
In the 1970s, having a TV in the living room was somewhat of a luxury; fast-forward to today and nothing is off
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limits in terms of audio-visual installations. From bathrooms to gardens, TVs and integrated sound systems are popping up in the most unlikely of locations, adding a luxury element to renovation projects and new builds.
This trend is part of a wider movement towards home automation, a market which is expected to grow rapidly over the next five years. Despite initial resistance, most people now have a better understanding of internet- connected technology and around 30 per cent are planning to purchase a smart home device over the next two years, according to PwC. Unsurprisingly, young homeowners are the biggest adopters; around 59 per cent of them have already invested in smart entertainment.
INTELLIGENT BATHROOMS
The bathroom might not be the first room you think of when implementing smart technology into your home, however, a quick Google search will bring you up to speed on the sheer volume of smart tech designed specifically for the bathroom. Once a purely functional space, these innovative gadgets have transformed the bathroom into an integrated hub of connectivity, comfort and entertainment.
With advanced user recognition on the rise, homeowners’ expectations are changing. A personalised bathroom experience is becoming the norm, with pre-programmed settings to control vanity lighting, music and shower features such as temperature, timing and
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