Smart home

Put the controls where daily life already happens.
Switches and dimmers
Plan lighting control around entries, sightlines, and the ways a room changes through the day.
Thermostats
Review the existing wiring and the control requirements before choosing the device and location.
Cameras and door controls
Consider power, placement, view, and the other devices the homeowner expects to use alongside them.
Fewer disconnected controls. A simpler plan.
Choose what needs control
Start with the useful outcome in each room instead of buying devices before the plan is clear.
Review compatibility
Bring the products or systems you are considering so the wiring and control expectations can be checked together.
Keep everyday use obvious
Plan controls that still make sense to someone standing in the room, not only to the person holding the phone.