Homes are officially smarter than ever, with technology infiltrating every feature and function of a modern day property. With the emergence of artificial intelligence on the domestic and commercial scenes comes yet more advancements and a push towards the autotomy that makes everyday life simpler, more productive and enjoyable.
Home technology has come so far since the first plans for a future-orientated house were made public in the late 1930s. Back then, it was the introduction of an intercom system and personalised lighting scheme that was deemed groundbreaking. Fast forward to the present day, and it’s AI-powered home assistants, home automation, energy saving smart devices, and next-level, fully integrated security systems that sit at the cutting edge. So, what could another decade of development bring to the home technology market?
Discover the key technological advancements to expect and how it could change new homes in Darlington for the better below.
Tech will keep getting smarter
With smart devices controlling the way we heat, illuminate and secure our homes, as well as making crucial home tasks like cooking, shopping and cleaning more efficient, it’s safe to say that smart technology already plays a vital role in the everyday exploits of the average family.
During the next 10 years, smart home technology will only get smarter to deliver the seamless, sophisticated living experience we’ve grown rather fond of as humans. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning will propel smart devices to a whole other level of automation, providing a highly personalised algorithm that’s in tune with the needs of the family home and the individuals within.
Yes, AI is here to stay, and our homes will become even more energy efficient, sustainable, secure and seamlessly run as a result.
Robots will become part of the family
Once the stuff of sci-fi movies, robots are now being engineered for more wholesome means. In 2035, home robotics will become more of a reality, and one that isn’t reserved for the few. At-home helpers are expected to be the main focus in the near future, with the UK’s aging population being given the caregivers they need in surroundings they are comfortable in.
Unfortunately, we’re still a long way off these home helpers being humanoid in design. At the moment, the industry-wide focus is building “more R2-D2s and less C-3POs” according to Dor Skuler, CEO and Co-Founder of Intuition Robotics, the startup that’s the current pioneer behind AI companions for older adults.
Building homes that benefit all
Even the materials we construct our homes from will be dramatically different in 2035, with a mix of natural fibres and technologically advanced solutions shaping the properties of the future. All have one thing in common however, they’re designed to preserve the planet and its people.
Eco-conscious building materials and practices, and the environmentally friendly home features they make possible, are no new thing. Yet with smart materials like biochar cladding, self-healing concrete, memory steel, potato chipboard, translucent wood and even synthetic spider silk currently in the works, the future is looking particularly bright.