Author: Harry Simidis
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Lighting scenes
Lighting is an important part of the truly automated home. Harry Simidis explains the importance of lighting scenes and what they can add to an installation. -
Integrating your backyard
To many Australians, the backyard is just another room in the house. Harry Simidis looks at some of the things that can be effectively managed by ... -
Integrating pool cleaners
Pool cleaners are another item that can be integrated into the lighting control system. -
Integrating stormwater overflow catchment reservoirs
Aside from irrigation, lighting control systems have also been used to manage stormwater overflow catchment reservoirs, that often reside underneath the basement garage slab. -
Integrating pool lights
In the past I’ve integrated two types of pool LED lighting: those with automatic colour change based on the number of times their controller is pulsed ... -
Integrating garage doors
A good candidate for integration to a lighting control system is the classic garage door. -
Integrating landscape lighting
The ability to dim certain lights while strengthening others adds another dimension to the visual landscape of an outdoor area. -
Integrating motorised louvres
Motorised louvres play a significant role both in the backyard and around the home. -
Integrating irrigation
In these days of global warming, energy efficiency, carbon footprints, greenhouse gases and drought, we need to start thinking about how to use water more efficiently. ... -
How to integrate motorised blinds…
Motorised blinds are fast becoming commonplace in homes. In addition to sun protection they offer convenience, privacy and a contribution to a smaller carbon footprint. Harry ...