How to bring new technology into your roof and create a more comfortable living space.

The 21st century has brought us all kinds of new technologies that connect people, that make life more convenient, and that make experiences and information more accessible than ever before. New home technologies are revolutionizing work, leisure and overall lifestyles, too. But how to bring new technology into your home and create a more comfortable living space? Here are some examples...

Home automation

Home automation can extend from heating and cooling to appliances, lights, security systems, windows, doors, and even entertainment systems. It's usually possible to consolidate and control your home’s many systems from a smartphone or similar device.

For example, VELUX ACTIVE with NETATMO allows you to sync all your VELUX smart home devices to your Wi-Fi, making them accessible through your smartphone. You can automate your indoor climate or adjust it remotely.

Home climate control

Automation is permeating all aspects of 21st century living, including home climate control.

Devices such as VELUX ACTIVE help to make your indoor living conditions more comfortable, but also healthier. Smart sensors that you can place on your walls monitor the indoor temperature, humidity, and C02 levels, and adjust your VELUX electric and solar-powered roof windows and remote-controlled blinds accordingly.

Tools such as these offer a far more sustainable and economic solution than a traditional air conditioning thermostat.

When renovating a house’s roof, all the necessary tools and equipment for a roof window installation are already on the site. This will save time, money and effort.

Remote control windows.

Remote control windows are more than just a luxury, but a necessity when you have rooftop windows that are out of reach. VELUX INTEGRA® electric roof windows and solar powered roof windows allow you to open and close your windows from an easy to use remote device. If you opt for VELUX Active, you can also program your roof windows to open and close on certain schedules, such as waking up, going to bed, or even while you’re away on holidays. They even have a rain sensor, so you never have to worry about rushing to close your windows when rain clouds start rolling in.

Tip! If you’re worried about the added electricity cost, opt for a set of VELUX solar powered roof windows.

Remote control blinds

Remote control blinds are the final item you need to transform a house into a smart home. Electric blinds with remote controls give you the power to adjust the amount of natural light in any room at any given time.

Electric blinds are not just for early adopters of home technology, but they are also great for elderly populations who want to avoid reaching to high up places and minimize risk factors. You create the perfect mood and increase comfort without having to climb up and adjust your roof window blinds manually.

When you shop for VELUX electric blinds, you are not limited to a singular style. Many of your favourite roof window blind models come in an electric or solar powered version, including electric blackout blinds, insulated blinds, and roller blinds.