I’ve never been one to race to technology that is gimmicky or just because it’s
something new and available. I like to evaluate products and see them in action as often
as possible before installing them into my client’s projects, even when the client is the
one that suggests adding something. Good design does more than emphasize just the
aesthetics of a space. I believe that Wellness Design allows us to create spaces that
serve to enhance how we live in them, both today and for our futures.
While the most seamless integration of tech into the home happens in the new build
area, that is really no reason to feel left out if you are not planning to leave your home
and move into a freshly built environment. The beginning of 2020 allowed us to all think
about what more our homes can do to enhance the at home experience; one of the
positive changes that the whole episode brought to us.
Now, entertaining at home is more important than ever before. We’re seeing
breakthroughs in the design industry with smart kitchen appliances that multitask,
efficient window walls that bring the outside in, and even retrofitted home sound
systems. Pretty much everyone that dips their toes into the water of integrating smart
home tech into their homes has a favorite application, so what a joy it is that the
possibilities are now endless with smart home technology.
I had the opportunity to visit the Sonos booth at the recent KBIS show in Las Vegas.
And let me say, it was a highlight of the show for me! Sonos, a creator and supplier of high-quality residential sound systems, are well known for their immersive and virtually invisible speakers and home theater setups. These are wonderful options that a home integrator can install when you’re doing all levels of renovation, or even new build. However, they also have wonderful and less extensive option that integrate with our current systems and apps, many of which you may already have:
The Era 100 Pro: “Era 100 Pro is Sonos’ first-ever solution optimized for professional
installation in light-commercial and residential spaces. With the rich sound, elegant design, and versatile control that Sonos is known for, Era 100 Pro can connect via wifi and app.
Move 2: intended to fit into your active lifestyle the Move 2 speakers are water and drop
resistant as well as rechargeable for ease of movement and use. These can be controlled via voice controlled as well as with the app.
Roam 2: small and lightweight, but with powerful sound, this speaker can travel with you and fit into your bag. Pair it and play anywhere you want to go:
If your home system allows, the devices can be voice controlled as well as used with
the app. And they’ve created a host of accessories that allow for mounting, holding and
integrating sound design into your environment seamlessly. There are also wonderful
and less extensive options that integrate with our current systems and apps.
Sonos has given me much food for thought! Good design does more than emphasize
just the aesthetics of a space. Both Sonos and I believe that Wellness Design can allow
us to create spaces that serve to enhance how we live in them, both today and for our
futures.
I embrace the idea that as we create spaces that are more Living in Place equipped, we
also expand the joy and accessibility that allows us to stay at home through life
changes, as well. And there are so many ways to do so. I’m looking forward to the
future of smart-home technology.
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