IN Keystone Oaks Summer 2016 | Page 35

Winter 2016 Special Advertising Section SENIOR CARE 5 HOME TECHNOLOGY TRENDS FOR TODAY’S INNOVATIVE LIVING Saving energy and money at home is a constant goal. From general conservation tips to tackling everything from overall sustainability to accessibility, categories for change include improving your home’s heating and cooling, water, waste, climate control and the outdoors. Here are a few more categories that can help elevate your home into the smartest house on the block. Integration Interactivity Combine smaller audio, video, lighting and entertainment components into an integral system. Linking subsystems can be accomplished gradually until the total integration is complete. Beyond the usual electronic devices, subsystems also include Wi-Fi set-up, heating and cooling, a security system and even a home theater for entertaining. A knowledgeable contractor who specializes in integration and electronic systems is a reputable source to turn to. There is an organization called the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA). It can answer questions you may have