A smarter way of living

There is a digital revolution underway across the globe, whether we like it or not. There are two options: you can ignore it or you can embrace it, riding the crest of an innovation wave.

With discussion around the Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Cities gaining considerable volume over the past decade, it seems we are moving further towards areas where the built environment is holistically connected with everyday technology.

Currently, conversations around Smart Cities do not often encompass housing and housebuilding - I think this needs to change.

If we are going to achieve a landscape of universal connectivity then the home needs to be an essential consideration and incorporating technology needs to start at the planning stage.

Smart network

In the first instance, it is about getting the fundamentals right. If we are looking for connectivity between homes, their …