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Hidden Technology in New Build Homes is a Hit

September 28, 2018

Modern technology is one of the biggest draws boasted by new build homes. The modern “smart” home comes replete with advanced features tailored for comfort, convenience, safety, and entertainment. Everything in the home can benefit from this innovative technology, but is it at the cost of making your home look cluttered and stuffy? With nearly everything in your house now incorporating advanced modern technology, how do you maintain a sleek and streamlined feel? Many homeowners have asked the same question and the answer lies in hidden technology. Let’s explore why hidden technology in new build homes has become such a hit. The Latest Technology The biggest innovation that’s arisen in the past few years is the connection of nearly every system in your home to the internet. Naturally, your computer and your smartphone are already connected, but now everything from your kitchen to your windows can come with that connection as well. Imagine being able to adjust the heating in your home with a few taps on your phone and rest easy when you’re on vacation by checking your home security system from afar. You can also set nearly anything you want to a timer or even to respond to your voice commands. Try using your phone to unlock your door and never be stuck searching for your car keys again, and turn your lights on with just a word. How Is It Hidden? With advanced technology in every nook and cranny of your home, you’d expect there to be a preponderance of wires, plugs, and other clutter. However, by consolidating all of the gadgetry in your new build home into one streamlined system, you’ll have it operating smoothly behind the scenes without becoming a stressful eyesore. When it’s properly integrated into your home, all of those advanced features will blend right in. For most homeowners, simplicity is key. After all, the purpose of technology is to make life easier and more convenient; if it’s causing you headaches, it’s not worth it. However, today’s smart home technology is more advanced, more streamlined, and simpler to install and operate than ever before. How To Keep It Simple Hidden technology is a hit because it’s both simple and unobtrusive. But how do you ensure that this is the case and that you don’t just cause more problem than you’re trying to solve? Naturally, as with most things in the home, it comes down to the quality of the products you use and the reliability of their installation. That’s why it’s important to find a reputable company that specializes in new build homes. In the Vancouver and Tri-Cities area of Washington and their surroundings, New Tradition Homes is a great example. With a focus on top-quality homes built to your exact specifications and a particular specialization in energy efficiency, we’ll help you craft your dream home, equipped with the latest in hidden technology. More Examples Of Hidden Technology Here are a few items you can choose from to make your new home the perfect place for your family: Lights Lighting is critical to the atmosphere of a home, and with today’s technology, you’ll have more control than ever before. If you’re willing to shell out the cost, installing bulbs such as the Philips Hue Ambiance Starter Kit will allow you to control not only the brightness but the color of your lights, all connected to an app. Imagine being able to set the perfect mood lighting for a dinner party with no more effort than it takes to use your phone. This may soon be your reality. In The Kitchen Naturally, in today’s busy world, you’re going to want every convenience possible in the kitchen. Having a Smart Kitchen Suite installed is the perfect way to do this; with a simple app installed on your smartphone, you’ll be able to program your dishwasher, set your oven, and order food and supplies to be brought straight to your home. With all of those most tedious tasks automated, you’ll find yourself with a lot more time to enjoy creating the perfect dishes with your family. Enhanced Security Keeping your house safe is of course always a priority, and security is always a wise investment for a home. Modern technology has rendered this easier than ever before while keeping your security features sleek and unobtrusive. Your doorbell can have a security camera built right into it allowing you to instantly know who’s at the door when it rings. Other security features include motion sensors and alarms peppered throughout the home, and all connected to Wifi to ensure you’re always aware of what’s going on in your house (even if you’re not home.) Improved Entertainment Your home entertainment system is another part of your home rendered extraordinary by the latest technology. While plenty of homeowners want to equip their media rooms with a great subwoofer and a nice flat screen, you’ll be able to do a lot more than that with the hidden technology in your new build home. Speakers, for example, can be integrated into almost any other part of the home nowadays. Have your speakers built into your couch or into your wall and make more effective use of your space than ever before. You’ll also be able to create perfect hiding places for your blu-ray player and video game systems, leaving the room looking clean and composed, but with more mind-blowing capabilities than ever before. More Sustainable Living Of course, one of the most important benefits the latest technology provides is that of sustainability. New Tradition Homes has earned the 2016 and 2017 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award, and we’ll work to construct a custom-built home that will save you thousands of dollars in energy bills over the years, while also keeping your family healthy and protecting the environment. Washers, dryers, and your heating and air conditioning systems can all be made more cost-effective and energy efficient, while also being easily integrated into your grid and controlled with the simple use of an app.