THE ADVANTAGES OF SMART LIGHTING
Whether you’re self building from scratch or upgrading your current setup,Anna-Marie DeSouza looks at how smart lighting can adapt to your individual lifestyle for a more efficient home
Right: This Theben smart lighting install enhances security and safety, while make your outdoor space more comfortable to use – all without the harshness of standard floodlights
Adding convenience, energy efficiency and customisation to living spaces, it’s no surprise that the demand for connected home solutions, including smart lighting, has surged in recent years. The ability to control lighting remotely, as well as integrate it with different automation systems, makes smart lighting a top choice for techsavvy self builders and home renovators.
Advances in technology mean this technology is more accessible, too. The drive to futureproof homes with adaptable technology has made smart solutions a mainstream essential in contemporary homes. “One of the biggest advantages of modern smart lighting systems is their user-friendliness. Solutions like Lutron and Control4 are designed with simplicity in mind,” says Mia Menzies, project manager at Hestia Smart Living. “Homeowners can control their lights through intuitive apps on their smartphones, touchscreens installed throughout the home, or even through voice commands via smart assistants like Alexa or Google Home. We ensure that the setup and interface are easy to navigate, even for those who aren’t tech-savvy.”
Above & right:As part of this stunning modern home in West Yorkshire, Brilliant Lighting integrated Lutron HomeWorks QS to offer intuitive control of the multi-layered lighting across large openplan spaces