Smart Home Technology: What to Include in New Construction
Building a new custom home presents the perfect opportunity to integrate smart home technology from the ground up. Rather than retrofitting systems later, planning for technology during construction ensures seamless integration and avoids costly modifications.
Structured Wiring and Infrastructure
The foundation of any smart home is proper infrastructure. This includes running ethernet cables, coaxial cables, and dedicated electrical circuits to strategic locations throughout the home before the walls are closed.
- •Cat6 or Cat6a ethernet to every room
- •Centralized wiring closet for equipment
- •Conduit for future upgrades
- •Dedicated circuits for technology equipment
Lighting Control Systems
Automated lighting control allows you to set scenes, schedules, and integrate with other systems. From simple smart switches to whole-home systems like Lutron or Control4, lighting automation enhances both convenience and energy efficiency.
Climate Control Integration
Smart thermostats and zoned HVAC systems learn your preferences and adjust automatically. Integration with window treatments, ceiling fans, and whole-house fans can further optimize comfort and energy usage.
- •Zoned HVAC for room-by-room control
- •Smart thermostats with learning capabilities
- •Automated window treatments
- •Integration with security and occupancy sensors
Security and Access Control
Modern security systems go far beyond alarms. Video surveillance, smart locks, video doorbells, and integration with lighting and climate systems create a comprehensive security ecosystem that you can monitor from anywhere.
Audio-Visual Distribution
Whole-home audio and video distribution allows you to enjoy entertainment in any room. Pre-wiring for in-ceiling speakers, outdoor audio zones, and media rooms ensures you are ready for any entertainment scenario.
The key to successful smart home integration is planning. By working with your builder and a technology consultant early in the design process, you can create a home that is ready for today's technology and adaptable to tomorrow's innovations.
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