While many might believe it is only the work of science fiction books and movies, your Toronto home may soon be able to do remarkable things thanks to technology. Modern innovations have homes dramatically changing and making intuitive decisions about how homeowners live to enhance quality of life and create more eco-friendly lifestyles that will benefit members of our community and our planet.
Integrating Technology into Building a Custom Home
Technological changes are thanks, in part, to a revolutionary collection of software programs that many Toronto general contractors are integrating into the design of custom homes and when renovating existing houses. While still in the earliest stages, this way of building will one day revolutionize everything from how a home is managed to how it helps us to feel safe inside the walls, age in place or complete most day-to-day tasks.
The push toward homes that are fully connected is changing many of the products currently on the market in a way that makes it easier for individuals who are renovating their Toronto homes to add modern conveniences. This is happening in a cost effective way that does not require consumers to change out every appliance and feature currently inside their homes. Things like a simple 9-volt battery that plugs into an existing smoke detector help homeowners to receive notifications if an alarm goes off or a potential danger exists inside the home. Smart Home kits are also entering the market that easily transform outdated appliances, air conditioning units and even the lighting inside a home into gadgets that can communicate with smart phones and alert homeowners if they are not working as effectively as they should be.
New Tech Makes Life Easier
When building a custom home in Toronto, it is now possible to add many elements that utilize the power of technology and have the ability to expand as new innovations are brought to the marketplace. For instance, appliances inside of homes can now notify homeowners if they are overheating and contain sensors that allow communication with the appliances through smart phones. This might enable a homeowner to turn off a defective unit or order service while away from the home. It also enhances a technician’s ability to communicate with the unit and diagnose problems without having to visit the home. In the future, these same appliances will be capable of starting dinner before the family arrives at home or ordering food from the grocery store that will be delivered curbside in time for the next meal.
The Internet of tomorrow offers many applications that homeowners can use to simplify and improve their lives, and big businesses are taking these improvements seriously. This is not simply a passing fad, and builders are quickly realizing the importance of incorporating these elements into building and renovating homes in Toronto and across the globe.
If you are in the market for a custom Toronto home and want to ensure that your new house keeps up with technological trends, call on the experts at Alair Homes Toronto. We pride ourselves in taking an innovative approach to building and renovating homes in Toronto, and our value-oriented complete transparency means you can stay in charge of your project every step of the way. Get everything you want in your home without sacrificing quality or spending too much. Call us today, and schedule your free, no obligation consultation.