What will the homes of the future look like?

In the time that it takes you to read this article, it is estimated that over 10,000 people worldwide will have downloaded Pokemon Go. This App Institute statistic is evidence that technology has pervaded every part of our lives causing Pokemon fans to madly swarm the streets in search of their favourite virtual creatures.

But what could the advancement of technology mean for the future of homes in Melbourne, and the way that we live our lives? Besides finding Pikachu prowling your living room, there are many ways technology is poised to make living more comfortable and life a little easier.

Smart integration

According to Samsung, smart homes work by integrating powerful network setups along side traditional wiring in your home. This allows you to automate or remotely control the functions of your home in several incredibly useful ways.

This could allow you to turn your heating or cooling on as you head home, set your coffee machine to automatically brew you a cup when you wake up, or even unlock the doors remotely if you’ve forgotten your keys.

You could use key fobs to unlock your home, allowing you to monitor the comings and goings of your housemates remotely or keep an eye on mischievous teenagers looking to sneak out on a Saturday night.

Advanced appliances

A smart home requires smart appliances that make life easier, allowing you to relax in comfort or create culinary masterpieces.

Coffee machines built into your kitchen are another example of a useful smart appliance, offering the option to customise for the perfect cup of tea or coffee or allowing you to pour one from anywhere in the home via a smartphone app.

Induction hobs are another shining example, they generate heat directly through the pan base so that no energy is lost and they only turn on when the correct pan is placed on them, making them incredibly safe.

Tech free living spaces

All of this technology can have a down side, some of us are spending too much time online.

A National Secondary Students’ Diet and Activity report found that over 82 per cent of secondary students exceed the recommended amount of screen time per day during the weekend.

A solution to this that is gaining ground is the ‘tech-free living room’.

Having a tech-free zone in your home allows you and your family to enjoy quality time together, away from ever-present smartphones and TV screens.

If you want to find a home with all the comforts of the future, get in touch with Nelson Alexander today.