As a seasoned gamer with decades of immersion in virtual worlds and cutting-edge technology, I can confidently say that the future envisioned in this article is not just around the corner – it’s already here! The rapid evolution of home tech is reminiscent of the dizzying pace at which our favorite video games advanced from 8-bit to hyper-realistic VR experiences.
In this era where everything seems to be powered by artificial intelligence, it feels like even our homes are starting to change. Once upon a time, I’d manually adjust lights, ring doorbells, or fiddle with curtain rods, but those days might soon be behind us. Now, my home is becoming more like an interactive game, responding to my voice commands, movements, and habits.
Currently, advancements in home technology are progressing at a pace that surpasses the evolution of smartphones, according to Chris Beucler, president of Blue Heron Nexus, a high-end design firm on the West Coast. This innovative field of integrators – professionals who customize these technologies and make them virtually invisible – plays an increasingly significant role in determining a home’s design. In fact, they might be just as instrumental as interior designers, as demonstrated by the swift expansion of this sector. While smart home systems have been around for some time, they are now prevalent throughout modern homes, effortlessly blending AI into our daily routines. Examples range from security systems that recognize faces and create profiles for authorized individuals (like cleaning staff or weekend visitors) to temperature-responsive programs that automatically adjust heating and cooling based on the inhabitant’s skin temperature.
Russ Snyder, proprietor of Snyder Diamond kitchen and bath showrooms, predicts that a completely automated future similar to The Jetsons isn’t too far off: “In Europe, they are already developing fully robotic kitchens, while in Japan, there are smart toilets capable of measuring blood pressure and even conducting urinalyses.
In the United States, Snyder notes, there’s a significant amount of innovation happening in home wellness. He explains that advancements in personal health technology for home use have been substantial: examples include ZeroBody [Dry Float] beds, cryo beds, and even floating beds that mimic the experience of being in a salt tank. These technologies, which were originally commercial applications, are now becoming more accessible for home use.
Real estate broker Santiago Arana, known as a leading agent in Los Angeles, agrees and is enthusiastic about the surge of wellness technology. “Being a biohacker myself,” says Arana, who manages the listing for Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s $68 million property in Beverly Hills, “I am at the cutting edge of what benefits the body and how we can integrate that into your home.
Beyond my role as a broker, I, too, delve into crafting opulent residences, attracting esteemed clients like LeBron James to my creations. My latest masterpiece is a 20,000-square-foot mansion nestled in Brentwood. This marvel will boast an advanced fitness center and a specialized biohacking room, equipped with red light therapy beds, hyperbaric oxygen chambers, massage/leg compression boots, and an expansive, in-ground cold plunge pool designed for both standing and sitting comfort.
As technology for homes continues to develop, forward-thinking builders such as Beucler embrace innovations that enable houses to stay current. In Beucler’s words, “Integrators are incorporating adaptability, so just like a Tesla, you can activate it in the morning and its system will automatically update.” These homes will also be connected online and equipped with automatic upgrades, similar to the way they receive updates.
However, the question isn’t just about how much technology homeowners desire; rather, it’s about the type of tech they truly seek. Designer Jeff Andrews explains that while they may want technology, they don’t wish for something complex that could intimidate them. Instead, their primary goal is to have solutions that simplify their lives and maintain an elegant aesthetic.
Deciding which technological items enter the home and which remain outside becomes more often under Andrew’s responsibility. He emphasizes the significance of identifying what matters most to clients and what doesn’t. For instance, excessive features on appliances might not be essential. It’s like owning a car – there are numerous functions you won’t use.
Arana expresses the advantages and disadvantages of living in a home heavily reliant on wired connections. “There’s an environmental and health aspect to consider,” Arana points out, emphasizing the potential risks associated with larger electromagnetic fields (EMFs) in wireless homes, which can be harmful to one’s wellbeing. Arana, who is offering a $35 million home that is completely hardwired instead of wireless, predicts that for health-conscious individuals, a wired living space will grow increasingly desirable. “Artificial Intelligence (AI) will eventually infiltrate our appliances,” he says, “but striking the right balance is essential. At some point, people may reconsider whether they truly want a device in their home that increases their EMF exposure.
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2024-10-27 20:24