July 25, 2024

When one thinks of custom-built, luxury homes, it is often with a vision of opulent entries surrounded by a genuine stone frontage, top-of-the-line appliances such as Sub-Zero refrigerators, and endless beautiful options for entertaining. Amenities found in extravagant homes are those of dreams, often designed for affluent buyers who will accept nothing less than the best. Behind those unbelievable features? Smart home technology is essential in these extraordinary homes, taking automation and ease to their highest level. The luxury smart home provides an experience where comfort, convenience, and security blend seamlessly with a simple touch of a button.

Because smart home features are plentiful in luxury homes, premium Wifi is a must. Here, an entire network is required to connect a variety of devices geared toward creating a living environment like no other. Typically, when installed, this network will feed to a centralized smart home system, allowing homeowners access and control no matter where they are located. From lighting to climate control to security and entertainment, this device is host to applications that serve as the home’s mission control. In many cases, “mission control” can be accessed via a smartphone or tablet, allowing seamless access at all times of the day.

How are luxury homeowners tapping into smart home technology?

• A state-of-the-art entertainment system is not uncommon, but it does look different in a custom-built home. When the team at Sage Built thinks “entertainment,” it is often in several forms. A dedicated viewing room, hidden from daylight, will include immersive sound, 8K resolution, and even seating options that offer massages or personalized climate control. Audio systems that span the entire home allow for music to be synched in every room. Integrating smart lighting allows a variety of options to set the perfect mood for entertainment.
• Intelligent lighting goes beyond entertainment as the refined buyer can now set user preferences on sensors or timers that automatically adjust the lighting throughout the day. Perhaps dinner time calls for an inviting atmosphere while bedtime should be optimized for reading and powering down. Homeowners are even tapping into automated lighting to create a slow wake-up each morning using circadian smart lights to gently take rooms from darkened to brightened.
• Automated window dressings are a must-have for luxury homeowners and are used in two ways. Curtains or blinds can be pulled open automatically at the start of the day and closed at night. In addition, many opt to program those open/close cycles to harness the sunlight. Imagine a home where Mother Nature is called to assist in keeping rooms warm in chillier months. Sage Built’s design team is well-versed in local weather patterns and is ready to install smart features that tap into the climate.
• While a home’s interior comfort can be aided with automated window dressings, advanced climate control systems take much of the thinking out of setting programmable thermostats. With systems that can learn the habits and preferences of each occupant, rooms adjust individually to the ideal temperature and humidity level. Many systems now sync to local weather forecasts, preparing in advance for any drastic temperature changes.
• The need for health and wellness integration continues to increase in luxury homes. From air purification to water quality monitors, daily life is enhanced with smart features that focus on the whole body. Of course, in-home fitness rooms become more advanced quite often as products become more intelligent. Cardio equipment now provides personalized workout plans, tracking each user’s progress toward a healthier lifestyle.
• Smart Showers are quickly becoming a must-have addition to bathrooms designed to mimic a luxury spa. With Smart Showers, homeowners are able to create custom settings for each user that can be controlled via an app or by voice. From water temperature and pressure to shower length, everything is handled digitally.
• Of course, the heart of the home has long led the way for smart innovations as kitchens were the first space to truly welcome technology. Sage Built’s properties include Sub-Zero refrigerators, some of which can track inventory and provide recipes based on existing contents. Ovens can be preheated remotely. Coffee bars and wine dispensers create a cafe-like atmosphere. Hands-free faucets and smart dishwashers make cleaning more convenient, leaving more time for mingling with guests.

Peace of mind may be the most priceless amenity in homes at every price point. Security systems have advanced well beyond a simple code at the main door, now including a variety of methods for protecting families. Biometric entries, facial recognition, and remote monitoring all allow an added layer of comfort to those amazing comforts found in luxury homes. While convenience is a priority when mapping out smart features for a custom-built home, security is also top of mind. 

When one thinks of luxury homes, one thinks of those amenities that represent the highest standard of living. The integration of smart technology creates a seamless, convenient lifestyle meant to offer the best in both design and comfort. There is no doubt that smart home options will continue to evolve creating new standards in luxury home building. The team at Sage Built studies advances in smart integration carefully, ready to include updates in each custom-designed floor plan.

Reach out to Sage Built today to start designing your luxury, smart home!