I built a smart home for my grandparents: Balancing convenience and security

When my grandparents moved into their new home, I didn’t just want to help with furniture or renovation tips. I wanted to give them something that would actually improve their everyday life. So I came up with an idea of building them a smart home combining smart security features and user-friendly technology that makes life easier as they age.

This wasn’t about installing fancy gadgets. It was about creating a safe, convenient, and help the elderly live a little more conveniently.

Simple smart home control for the elderly

Let’s be real: my grandparents aren’t tech-savvy. So, everything had to be simple. One of the first things we chose was a smart panel and smart switches, allowing them to control lights, fans, and air conditioning from one place. With just one tap, or even a voice command, they can turn things on and off without walking around the house.

At night, they don’t need to fumble in the dark. We’ve programmed automated night lights that gently light up when motion is detected.

Watch until the end to see what we got in a smart home built for the elderly

Smart kitchen, safer cooking

My grandma loves cooking. But as she gets older, safety becomes more of a concern in the kitchen.

So we gave her a smart kitchen setup with a smart oven, hob, and hood. She can monitor everything from the control panel or her phone, and the system sends alerts if the fire is left on for too long.

Plus, we added a smart gas detector and smoke detector, connected to the home system. If anything goes wrong, a gas leak or forgotten flame, the hob will be switched off automatically and alerts are sent out immediately.

That’s real smart security in action, not just alarms, but preventive protection.

Smart kitchen tour (smart oven, hob & hood) and gas detector

Keeping the elderly safe, inside and out

Security was the most important part of this whole setup.

We installed motion sensors, contact sensors on doors and windows, and cameras around the house, not to intrude, but to stay informed. Everything is linked to iAppliance app that I can also access, so if something’s off, I and my parents will know right away.

At the front door, we added a smart video doorbell and a smart lock. Now, my grandparents don’t need to rush to the door or worry about keys. They can see who’s there, speak to visitors, and unlock the door all from the living room.

Smart security: Peace of mind for everyone

I built this smart home with one goal in mind: to help them live independently, safely, and comfortably. They feel more confident moving around the house, and I feel better knowing they’re protected and supported.

And the best part? My grandma loves showing it off to her friends, especially the voice control. (“Hey Google, turn on kitchen lights,” she says proudly, every time.)

Thinking of building a smart home for your parents or grandparents?We can help you design one that fits their lifestyle — not too complicated, not too basic — just smart enough to make life easier and safer.

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