Intelligent Abodes

read morePlace of Sanctuary - One of the clients has macular degeneration, so she wanted to manage the light, controlling glare and lux levels intuitively to improve visibility and clarity, ultimately reducing eye fatigue. Robots may not have taken over the world yet but they certainly have their feet under the table! 20 Questions - Tim Chugg, owner of Intelligent Abodes is asked 20 questions by Exeter Life about how the move into control solutions has proved to be a successful one. How Automation can help you get your Beauty Sleep.

read moreWith the ability to control your entire system on a smart phone or tablet anywhere in the world. You now have the capability to use voice activation to control your home or workplace, as we have integrated our systems to use Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri. These systems can save you money, managing lighting and heating, through lighting control, automated blinds/curtains and smart learning thermostats, such as Nest and Heatmiser, offering you the ultimate comfort, whilst controlling your energy consumption.

read moreOnce we have met a client and understand their requirements, we can generate plans and drawings to support a smooth build process. Early involvement enables us to advise on any alterations to the design of the building such as incorporating recessed blinds and finding a space for the rack, that houses all the audio-visual equipment in a discreet location. We currently work with a team of designers including architects, Mechanical & Electrical engineers, heating consultants, interior designer, lighting designer, kitchen and bathroom companies and even the landscaper as all these spaces can include an element of control.

read moreWhen designing your living space, be it a renovation or a new build, it can be hard to think about the interior and imagine how you will live in the space once it is all completed. That's why we like to be there in the early stages, so we can take you through each room of your home or workplace, thinking about how you will use it, giving careful consideration to your requirements now and beyond, so we ensure your home is future proofed for emerging technologies. The process begins with an initial meeting with Karen, our Director and Venus ' Customer Service' award winner.