STACK #241 November 2024

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If you’re after an exciting update to your living space – either indoors or out - one of the easiest ways to add some flair is to get creative with smart lighting. It can also be an incredibly practical addition to your home, and we take a look at the what, the how, and the why, and offer some suggestions for great places to start your smart lighting adventure. Words Bec Summer LET THERE BE SMART LIGHT!

to trigger a sequence of lighting as you approach, and turn lights on and off at random intervals while away to deter would-be intruders. On the more

What is smart lighting, and why should you get it? It’s pitch-black outside. You arrive home, arms laden with groceries, fumble for a light switch and spectacularly drop everything… Imagine being able to simply tell your home to turn the lights on for you? With smart lighting you can. That’s just one simple, practical scenario. Essentially, smart lighting offers you many new levels of control. You could use sensors

fun side of things, the opportunities for making an incredible at home cinema

or gaming experience

bill savings. Plus, with lifespans that run into decades rather than months, they’ll probably outlive some of us! How does it work? At its simplest, smart lighting refers to sources of light that can be controlled remotely, adding convenience – and personal expression – to how you light your surroundings. This may be via a mobile phone app, a remote control, programmed automation, or even vocally telling your home exactly what you want to happen.

are pretty much limited only by your imagination. Or you can just play with various colours in the app, or via voice control. Another practical reason for going smart with your lighting is both the environmental and economic impact. With their low thirst for electricity yet brilliantly bright performance, replacing old school lights with shiny new smart LEDs can pay for itself in next to no time via power

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