Last Updated on December 19, 2024 by Tanya Janse van Rensburg
Smart home devices are typically seen as an ugly addition to the home that should be covered so they don’t clash with the interior.
However, gone are the days when you had to worry about hiding or avoiding tech in homes.
Tech companies welcome feedback to make these products more stylish so they can be reimagined as an asset to the space instead of a bulky burden.
Correct lighting is essential when creating a space's desired mood. It affects the colors and perceived size of the room.
Smart light bulbs, such as those from LOHAS and Philips, allow you to control the colors and brightness of the light from a phone app.
You can set the space to fit the exact atmosphere you prefer without the hassle of finding particular shades or buying an array of bulbs.
Now, you can change the feeling a space exudes just by spending a couple of seconds on an app.
Hands-free communication with home appliances improves usability for homeowners and provides a more cohesive, clutter-free room.
No one wants their unattractive remote controls lying around for guests to see, which is often a worry with technology.
However, with voice control and apps, the need for remotes is diminishing, along with the need to find them hiding places. Take advantage of voice control devices to declutter and clean up the look.
Tech companies have really begun designing their products with style in mind. This gives you the opportunity to incorporate pieces that not only make a statement but also serve a functional purpose.
Products like Google Home and SimpliSafe’s home security system are attractive pieces that can be seamlessly displayed alongside decor pieces.
Their modern, sleek appearances look like pieces you may have bought to add to a bookshelf or end table—or display on the wall as a beautiful piece of art, as in the case of Samsung’s TV The Frame.
Statement pieces such as the Samsung Multiroom 360 Airocide purifier and MG12’s towel warmers will turn heads; no one would even expect their true purpose to a room.
Avoid shying away from technology because you think it’s difficult to incorporate - attractive tech is out there.
As we can see with HGTV’s smart homes, home technology is beginning to merge beautifully with interior design. Including tech in a space improves functionality and enhances appearance.
Cameron Smith is an outreach coordinator at SimpliSafe. She has four years of experience in home security and previously worked as a home stager. You can often find her rearranging the furniture in her living room or scrolling through the new arrivals at Pier 1.