Learn how you can take Advantage of Technology while Renovating your Home
A renovation is a perfect time to personalize your living space and take advantage of the latest in smart home technology. The smart home market is on the rise, and many companies are starting to offer products that blend seamlessly into a home’s design.
For those brave enough to jump into the deep end, the potential benefits of whole home automation are almost limitless. Larger upgrades often involve extensive custom design work, including wiring, so it’s best to upgrade when you’re already upgrading to cut costs.
Smart home integration is gaining in popularity. According to a survey, smart technology has become a priority for renovating homeowners, with 28% saying it’s at the top of their list.
And in the luxury housing market, these features are now expected. Smart home technology can set your home apart from other options on the real estate market and potentially increase your property value.
Take advantage of your next overhaul and consider incorporating these ten smart home upgrades into your living space.
1. USB outputs
A home renovation gives you the opportunity to upgrade your home’s electrical system for your tech-friendly lifestyle. Outlets with built-in USB ports make it easy to charge smartphones and tablets without the need for an unsightly power brick, freeing up outlets for appliances and lighting.
2. Home automation system
If you plan to install a number of smart home products during your home renovation project, a smart home system can help you automate the function of each device. A smart home system offers compatibility with a range of individual devices across different standards.
3. Built-in speakers
Speakers and audio equipment can take up a lot of space, and unsightly cables can really break the aesthetic feel of a minimalist living room. Fortunately, several companies offer custom speaker systems that integrate directly into the construction of your home.
4. Motion sensors and smart security options
While it’s still very possible to do this on a home that doesn’t require repairs or updates, automating your home security can be much easier to do during a renovation. Adding sensors that detect motion, door or window access, broken glass, smoke or carbon monoxide, and flooding are all individual components that can be integrated into an automation system and customized for your home’s unique design.
When you connect an alarm panel to a home automation system, you can even receive alerts on your mobile device if any doors or windows have been accessed, or all the lights in the house can turn on instantly or flash repeatedly to alert neighbors of a possible break -in.
5. Smart thermostats
A smart thermostat is a nice upgrade for your heating and cooling system. But these devices can potentially improve the efficiency of your home a lot more if you install a few extra temperature sensors.
During your home renovation, you can connect sensors directly to your smart thermostat, allowing you to automatically regulate the temperature in each room.
6. Pop-up kitchen outlets
One of the biggest trends in kitchen design in recent years is pop-up outlets. Pop-up outlets are fully retractable and can be installed in strategic locations on your countertops to make using countertop appliances or charging your devices convenient and easy.
Here are some of the benefits of including pop-up outlets in your kitchen remodel:
a)Your backsplash can remain free of electrical outlets.
b)You can avoid dangerous cords dangling from your countertops or islands.
c)It’s easy to charge your devices while you eat or cook.
7. A built-in spice rack
Instead of taking up extra counter space, which is especially valuable real-estate in smaller kitchens, you can add a built-in spice rack to your upper or lower cabinets.
From pull-out drawer options to rotating shelves, hiding your spices in a thoughtfully designed built-in shelf makes life easier and saves counter space for other purposes.
8. Baseboard vacuum cleaners
If you’re looking for ways to simplify life and keep your home cleaner and healthier, baseboard vacuums are a no-brainer.
Once you have baseboard vacuums installed, all you need to do when cleaning the kitchen or other area of your home is sweep any dust or debris close enough to the baseboard unit so you can vacuum it all up.
Baseboard vacuums can be connected to your home’s central vacuum system (if you have one) or to a dust bag.
9. Bidet attachments
Although traditionally associated with luxury European hotels, bidets (or bidet attachments) are not just luxury items. In fact, washing with a bidet after going to the bathroom can help prevent
skin rashes, urinary tract infections, hemorrhoids, and a variety of other medical problems. It also limits the use of toilet paper, which minimizes the environmental impact of your home.
If you’re renovating a bathroom, consider installing a small bidet if you have the space for it, or simply add outlets near your toilet to allow for a bidet attachment, which is a simpler, less expensive, space-saving solution.
10. Home office organization
If you’re remodeling or adding a home office as part of a remodel, consider including convenient, space-saving organization solutions in your space. Whether you’re working from home or setting up a hobby or craft room, staying organized in your office space is so much easier when you incorporate smart organization. Here are some ideas:
- Shelving or built-in shelving
- Cabinets for files
- Desk drawers
- A paper shredder
- Labels
- A wall-mounted dry erase calendar
At Victory Home Remodeling, we take the extra time to ensure we understand not only your design preferences and aesthetic vision but also your lifestyle needs.
This allows us to prioritize the things that will make your life and home simpler, more beautiful, and more fun.
If you get your work done through Los Angeles contractor Victory Home Remodeling you can rest assured that all your remodeling dreams will come true. Call us to schedule your project consultation.
