Smart Switch: Intelligent Lighting Systems for Sustainability

Lighting is a significant contributor to a building's overall energy consumption. However, smart lighting, which combines intelligence based on IoT, sensors, and energy-efficient sources, can actually lower the amount of energy consumed by lighting. Smart lighting has long been popular in commercial and industrial settings over the years, focussing on energy conservation. 

More pocket-friendly solutions are now catching up with users in residential environments beyond the apparent benefit of significant energy savings, such as creating a comfortable environment and preserving user wellness and convenience, thanks to technological advancements.

Have you ever wondered what type of lighting is the most environmentally friendly? Let us dive into the comprehensive ways smart lighting systems can cut down on electricity usage and are good for your pocket:

Daylight Sensors and Dimmers

Smart lighting solutions can alter lighting based on available daylight in addition to user occupancy. These photo-sensors prevent lights from turning on when there's ample natural light. As a result, you won't have to worry about turning off your lights constantly. Plus, this also means higher energy savings. Additionally, daylight controls can be integrated with dimmers, usually used to increase a room's visual appeal. However, it can provide multi-faceted benefits like helping you save money on your power bill and reducing electricity consumption. In addition, dimmers are proven to extend the life of your lights because they reduce the flow of electricity to the bulb and allow lights to operate with lower power outputs.

To improve energy savings, consumers can combine light dimmers with other controls such as motorised blinds and other window coverings. These lighting systems adjust light intensity according to space conditions and are a promising solution in an age where sustainable solutions are becoming more important.

Smart Occupancy Sensors

Sensors that detect indoor activity in a specific area are called occupancy sensors. They save energy by turning lights off or limiting light output when unoccupied space. Additionally, they enhance your experience by turning the lights on automatically when someone enters a room. Smart Sensors that respond to occupancy have contributed towards making automation solutions more intuitive and sophisticated. As a result, much of the smart home experience revolves around these sensors. 

Furthermore, increasing the performance of smart homes and eliminating clutter by simplifying various functions, occupancy sensors help streamline lighting solutions and the corresponding energy consumption. 

Timers and Automation

Lights can be turned on and off at precise times using timers. One can automate indoor and outdoor lights with programmable digital timers, which resemble digital thermostats. They can be used in conjunction with other controls to a great effect. For example, a daylight sensor that turns lights on in the evening and a timer that shuts the lights off at a specific hour of the night may be the finest combination for aesthetic, smart lighting. Homeowners can also save energy by using timers to switch lights on and off when not at home.

Motion Sensors

Motion sensors for lighting control evolved from the initial function in home security against intruders. There is now a range of sensors that are specifically developed to control lighting for various applications. They provide an inexpensive and effective way to save energy by shutting off lights as per occupancy. 

Smart Window Treatments

Connecting motorised blinds to a smart home hub can help save energy by allowing the blinds to react independently to readings from temperature and sunlight sensors that are also linked to the smart hub. As a result, the blinds will know when to close during the hottest portion of the day to save energy and when to open during a sunny winter day to enable the sun to heat a room naturally.

Up to 50% of your home's heating and cooling energy go waste if you don't use energy-efficient window treatments. Thus, smart window treatments bring down lighting costs and significantly optimise the heating/cooling requirements of a space.

Personalisation and Flexibility

To get the most of your smart lighting systems it is best to have them tailor-made to your needs. Integrate various smart home components to get efficient results. All of the above components can be brought together to optimise consumption. These include light dimmers, timers, sensors, in combination with other automation controls such as motorised blinds and other window treatments, help to reduce carbon emissions by maximising the use of natural light and surrounding conditions to meet the energy demands as needed. 

We need to consume resources more efficiently to meet the needs of a growing population. Switching to intelligent lighting solutions would drastically minimise energy use. Smart lighting systems that change light intensity based on the given environment are suitable for satisfying the growing need for ecologically friendly solutions. With advancements in IoT and the growing interest in energy efficiency, a smart lighting system is a game-changer.

How to use AI to automate your commercial offices with smart devices.

 Implementing home automation and lighting control systems in commercial settings can provide numerous benefits, including improved energy efficiency, enhanced comfort and productivity for occupants, streamlined operations, and reduced maintenance costs. Here are some key considerations for deploying these systems in commercial environments:

          Energy Efficiency: Utilize smart lighting systems with occupancy sensors, daylight harvesting, and scheduling capabilities to optimize energy usage. These systems can automatically adjust lighting levels based on occupancy and natural light availability, minimizing energy waste.

                     Centralized Control: Implement centralized control systems that allow facility managers to monitor and manage lighting across the entire commercial space from a single interface. This enables convenient adjustment of lighting settings, scheduling, and troubleshooting.

                     Integration with Building Management Systems (BMS): Integrate lighting control with the building's BMS for seamless coordination with other building systems such as HVAC, security, and access control. This integration enables comprehensive building automation and optimization of energy usage.

                     Occupant Comfort and Productivity: Tailor lighting settings to enhance occupant comfort and productivity. Consider implementing circadian lighting solutions that mimic natural daylight patterns to promote well-being and maintain optimal alertness levels throughout the day.

                     Personalization: Offer customizable lighting settings for individual workspaces or areas within the commercial building. Employees may have preferences for different lighting levels or color temperatures based on their tasks or personal preferences.

                     Task Lighting: Implement task-specific lighting solutions in areas where precision tasks are performed, such as offices, laboratories, or manufacturing facilities. Task lighting  can improve visibility and reduce eye strain, enhancing productivity and accuracy.

                     Maintenance Monitoring and Alerts: Deploy smart sensors and monitoring systems to track the health and performance of lighting fixtures. Proactive maintenance alerts can help identify issues early, minimize downtime, and extend the lifespan of lighting equipment.

                     Integration with Occupancy Tracking Systems: Integrate lighting control with occupancy tracking systems to gather data on space utilization patterns. This Information can inform space planning decisions, optimize resource allocation, and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.

                     Scalability and Flexibility: Choose scalable and flexible lighting control solutions that can accommodate future expansion or changes in the layout of the commercial space. Modular systems and wireless technologies can facilitate easy scalability and reconfiguration as needed.

                     Compliance and Sustainability: Ensure that lighting control systems comply with relevant building codes and sustainability standards. Look for energy-efficient lighting fixtures, controls, and automation strategies that support the organization's sustainability goals and initiatives.

By implementing home automation and lighting control solutions tailored to commercial environments, businesses can create more comfortable, efficient, and productive workspaces while also reducing operational costs and environmental impact.

 

Automation Forecast 2022: What's In, What's Out

As we enter 2022, there is plenty to unpack from the previous year in terms of smart homes, especially 

automation systems. In this post-pandemic world, traditional lighting methods are fast becoming mundane 

thanks to consumer awareness and easier availability of automation products – not to forget the added 

advantage of affordable prices. What are the automation trends that will drive the coming year and how 

feasible would these changes be for Indian homes?

Let's take a quick look at some of the most anticipated smart home automation systems trends for 2022:

Energy Efficiency

Smart Homes are designed for optimal performance by using internet-connected devices to enable remote 

monitoring and improve user experience. In 2022, we expect to see more homes getting smarter and 

energy efficient. The technological boom enables power savings, reduced usage and provides plenty of 

smart home appliances that are compatible with clean energy sources like solar energy.

Automated lighting solutions adjust lighting based on occupancy and available daylight. Light dimmers 

integrated with other controls like motorized shades and window treatments reduce carbon footprint by 

making the most of natural light and keeping the indoors cooler or warmer as per occupant requirements. 

These lighting systems alter light intensity based on room conditions and cater immensely to the 

increasing need for sustainable solutions.

Smart Sensors

Smart Sensors contribute towards making automation solutions more intuitive and sophisticated. Much of 

the smart home experience revolves around these sensors.

In addition, they increase the performance of smart homes and eliminate clutter by simplifying various 

functions. For instance, occupancy sensors switch on or switch off devices based on sensors, which 

prevents electricity wastage. An added bonus is one doesn't have to constantly worry about leaving the air 

conditioner or lights on. One can integrate these with motion sensors to activate security cameras and send 

notifications to smart phones. Similarly, smoke and carbon dioxide detectors can minimise potential fire or 

smoke hazards.

Home Theatre Systems

With homes becoming refuges and restricted access to movie theaters, customers have a newfound interest 

in owning a home theatre system. Integration of various smart home products can create the ultimate smart 

home viewing experience. 

These include a projector, screen, and surround sound, as well as lighting, motorised blinds, and other 

accessories. All home theatre components can be accessed and managed using a single device, such as a

smartphone, tablet, or remote, using automation. Reclining in the comfort of your couch or chair, one can 

simply use the smartphone to turn on the sound system and screen, browse content, adjust the volume, 

turn out the lights, and push play. Not only can automation make the functioning of the home-theatre 

system simpler, but it can enhance the cinematic experience.

Smart Home Security

Security and access control systems that combine lighting, alarm, and closed-circuit video management 

into a single interface will become more popular in the coming year. Motion sensors are projected to 

become standard features of alarm systems as they become more advanced. Integrating security provisions 

like Intrusion Detection System and IP based Video Door Phone on remote smartphone devices to 

monitor, record visitor entry and have control of electronic locks will also gain popularity.

Automation is an excellent tool for making our lives more convenient, comfortable and hassle-free. 

Saving time and increasing efficiency, these smart homes are not only for the tech-savvy but also for those 

looking for cost savings, energy efficiency, and increased security. With automation on the rise, 

improvements in IoT and innovations like the 'meta-verse', smart homes will be the new normal soon.

3 Ways Automation Trends That Redefine Home Comfort

 2021 has been challenging due to remote work and lifestyle changes. With the new normal, the necessity for automation has increased. Automation solutions simplify everyday tasks and bring in comfort and convenience. In addition, it also improves your efficiency by eliminating mundane and repetitive chores, thus providing ease with everything that you do. 

At Anusha Technovision, we observed that current automation trends enhance lifestyle comforts, improve home security, and provide entertainment. This blog focuses on trend-setting automation products, which provide the same.

Lifestyle

Just like too many cooks spoil the broth, too many remotes or controllers complicate gadgets. Now, you can achieve a hassle-free automated lifestyle without worrying about controlling all the automated devices separately with the HomeWorks QS. This device seamlessly integrates various controls like lights, motorised blinds, temperature, etc. Moreover, it provides quick access to multiple electronic systems and energy efficiency without sacrificing comfort. 

With automation, you can transform every aspect of your lifestyle. For example, you can preset a timer to turn the lights on before reaching home with automated lighting control. You can also customise the ambience per se your mood. Sync the background music or playlist with the HomeWorks QS voice feature to turn a dull day into a happy one. Available in a variety of colours with attractive keypads, the HomeWorks QS enhances home efficiency.

With the Lutron Sivoia QS shading technology, you can control the amount of natural light entering your home depending on your requirement. Get complete shading control for your window treatments like roller shades, traditional drapery tracks etc.

To tie everything together and support any automation system, you require a strong and efficient processor. With a powerful 4-Series control engine, the Crestron automation processor provides high-speed gigabit ethernet control ports. In addition, the rack-mountable processor can help integrate technology into your modern house or commercial building with ease.

Security

Biometric security options effectively eliminate the need to touch surfaces and ensure hygiene. Of course, an added benefit is no more bulky keys! The Ekey biometric access control is one such suitable option for private and commercial spaces. It is a smart fingerprint scanner that connects to the server and has advanced features like timer settings.

Moreover, you can integrate it into regular locks, store fingerprints and operate the lock remotely with Ekey's app. Ekey biometric is available in various options like wall-mounted scanner, outlet mounted scanner and keypad. It is a perfect modern solution to address your security concerns.

Entertainment

Elevate and simplify entertainment with the latest automated technology systems with personalised features. Take the example of the Sonance Visual Performance Series speakers that enliven social gatherings with stunning sound quality. The speaker drivers are made from very rigid and lightweight materials, which provide excellent sound quality. It features a low-profile paintable grille blending into the wall or ceiling and is available in various shapes, sizes, performance levels etc.

Automation can help you save time and energy. These trending automation products come with hassle-free installation and upgrade benefits. The above are just a few trending examples of how automation can transform homes. Of course, the first step is to think through your needs and then make an informed decision to integrate technologies that make every day a little happier for you. 

Set The Festive Mood With An Intelligent Lighting Control System

 While earthen diyas and lamps were a given in traditional Indian homes, shrinking square footage and fire risks make it difficult to light them inside the house. The short-lived glitz of incandescent or halogen festive lights generates excessive heat, increasing your electricity bills and carbon footprint. Why not create the perfect ambience for your home this festive season with smart lighting and IoT solutions (Internet of things)?

Intelligent lighting control systems allow you to control lights remotely via a smart device like a tablet or smartphone. Synchronise lights with music or home theatre systems and even the security surveillance at the door. For example, the Lutron lighting control systems for homes seamlessly integrate electric light and daylight control and the audiovisual and HVAC systems while saving energy.

During the festive season, the IoT and AI (Artificial Intelligence) operated devices make life a tad easier. Imagine no more messy wires or bulbs that don’t last the night! At the command of your voice or the flick of a finger, your home illumination goes from meh to mesmerising! You can pick from a range of colours, intensities and even effects. With preset modes, you can automatically activate or turn off these lights.

Set up a festive acoustical experience with music. Thanks to IoT, you can now integrate your music system with the lights or even motorised shades. You can even pre-set different festival playlists based on the lighting effects. Occupancy and daylight sensors work in sync with the HVAC to keep the thermostat at a comfortable level. 

While decor plays a critical role in the run-up to the festive season, don’t forget safety. Smart security surveillance includes doors with digital locks that provide access based on biometrics like fingerprints. Some even feature face recognition. You can also opt for an IP-based video door phone available from Samsung or Panasonic. It enables the consumer to identify the visitor and grant access via the smartphone.

With kids and adults alike enjoying the festive flair, IoT and home automation offer a blend of comfort and safety. Over time, they also enable you to reduce your carbon footprint and have an energy-efficient home. Once the festivities are over, they continue to make everyday tasks a tad easier. A bonus is that you can upgrade and update these technologies with minimal installation hassles. With the plethora of extended possibilities and nuanced sensibilities, give your home a smart makeover.

Surpassing boundaries in age, home automation rendered comfort and convenience to a 75-year-old mother

“Why did you put this system in my room? I do not understand these 'keypads with buttons'. Please replace these with regular switches,” said my mother. 

It was 2012. We had just moved into our recently bought apartment in Noida. We had been living in an apartment in the same society for the past couple of years on rent. My wife was happy that after living on rent, we had finally bought the apartment in the same society and were no longer ‘tenants’ but ‘owners’. My kids who were in middle school were happy that they did not have to move from a society, where they had their own friends. But the challenge for me was to install an Automation system that did not require the breaking of walls and ceilings - just enable minimal work that could justify to the world and to my family that I practiced what I preached - I did want to use automation in my own home. 

After some deliberation, I managed to do that by installing a Lutron system that worked with existing switches and had a mix of on/off devices (lighting, fans, Air-conditioning, and geyser) on keypads in the bedrooms and some dimming in the living and Dining Hall. My 9-year-old son loved it. I eventually had to remove the master control from the common iPad, because in the first few days he discovered he could switch off the lights in his parent's room and his grandparent's room.

The only ones who did not like the 'system' were my parents – especially, my Mom. I asked her what exactly was bothering her in the system. “I do not understand what button does what and I do not want to complicate my life anymore,” she said. I first considered removing the system completely from her room and letting it remain in the rest of the house. 

Then, I decided to try and convince her otherwise. The first thing I did was – I engraved each button. In a few days, she had a nice-looking keypad and it had buttons that were backlit and labeled: Lights, Fan, AC, Geyser, Living, Kitchen, and Master, etc. 

The “Geyser” button caught her eye. She asked if she could honestly turn the geyser on from her bedside. It meant she didn’t have to use the step stool and a stick just to switch on the geyser. (Mind you, she is quite short!) I said yes. She told me to go on. I then explained to her she could use the “Kitchen” button to turn on kitchen lights from her keypad. This meant she did not have to walk in darkness from her bedroom to the kitchen early morning, and she liked it more.

I then told her I could also turn on the geyser and kitchen lights via a time clock and the geyser would automatically turn on/off after half an hour every morning. She seemed less averse to the idea of automation in the house now.  

3 months later, I came home to find my 10-year-old daughter showing off her Living Room Mood lighting from the remote to her friends. My Mom is talking on the phone with my sister in Jaipur telling her how convenient it is that she does not have to remember to switch on the geyser in the morning and she should try it at her home too. 

My wife- well, she says she is happy that she can just check if the kids were up by checking if the room lights were on, on her phone - not only that - she did not need to nudge me anymore to go and switch off the Ac in the kids' room after they were asleep. 

“But we could put on the timer with the AC remote too!” I exclaimed

“Yes,” she says, “I could switch off their AC (after they were asleep for a couple of hours), you see, but could not turn on their fan at the same time from here - Now I can. “ 

Well - To each - their own.

The moral of the story?

A)    Do not sell something to someone that does not work for them. I could never have convinced my mom to see the benefits of using a smartphone to turn the lights on or to use mood lighting, in her room. But the geyser on a keypad or the kitchen switch next to her – worked for her.

B)    It takes time for people to adapt to new technology or even new ideas. Be patient and ask them to do the same.

C)    Keep it simple

- The piece is written by Alok Hada, Director, Anusha Technovision Pvt. Ltd.

Amp up your home with these smart home automation tips

The festival season is the ideal time to invite friends and family into your glimmering smart home. Whether you’re relaxing, partying, or you just want to show off your 65-inch TV, how can you make things even better? Well, putting that tech to work can make your life easier and give you more time to focus on enjoying festivals. Anusha Technovision Pvt. Ltd offers a brief overview of how to get technology to lighten up your home, almost literally in some cases!

Save Energy

One of the key benefits of home automation is that it allows saving energy at home by scheduling your exterior lights so they aren’t on when they don’t need to be, using motion sensors that automatically turn off when you leave the room. It’s a great way to conserve power and have the best decoration, without dealing with an outrageous electric bill.

Cook With Ease

Whether baking festive delicacies or cooking an entire family dinner, you can use smart appliances to help with preparation. Your smartphone will notify you when the delicacies are cooked, while the safety sensors remind you if you have left the stove on, and the smart refrigerator alerts when the door is left open. 

 

Pick pretty pieces

Gone are the days when smart home automation devices were oversized eyesores. Now it's entirely possible to find sleek and stylish smart devices that won't draw attention. Smart devices are now small enough to be tucked away on a bookshelf and come in classic colours and design, that complement your home decor theme. 

Automate Your Festive Lighting

If you’ve got some lighting out in the garden, why not consider some weatherproofed on/off modules so you can avoid the need for manual control? Apply the same to your lights and decorations indoors so you’ve got all that lighting covered and you can automate it just by a click on your smartphones or tablets.

Create The Right Mood for Dinner

Now, with all the food in place, you can use automation to set the scene for the perfect meal. Create a dining room scene so that the lights are tailored accordingly, and your festive playlist kicks in. With a smart thermostat in place, the temperature is dialled in without you needing to continually fiddle with a manual alternative. All that remains is to enjoy all that lip-smacking food with your nearest and dearest.

Use wireless home security and smart home automation systems provided by ATPL to enhance your decorations, add a little warmth—literally and figuratively, and help make the festive season more fun and comfortable.

The piece is written by Alok Hada, Director, Anusha Technovision Pvt. Ltd. 

Trends in Commercial Automation

As technology continues to entwine itself into our lives, we fail to put forward the numerous ways it has made our life better and easier. From the first bulb that ever came into existence to the voice automated Siri, technology has become an indispensable part of our lives and it is safe to say that it has become the crux of human existence.

Recent trends in technology suggest that commercial automation will be the next most sought after aspect in the architecture and design industry. Commercial automation is a technology system usually implemented to control various aspects of a building, such as the lights, temperature, window shades, audio, video, etc. Instead of controlling all of these components individually, automation combines them into one easily managed system. Everything works in unison, which in turn helps your business save on daily operations. Your business becomes more lucrative and simpler when all your technology and systems work in sync with user-friendly control. Imagine clicking on a single button to activate and deactivate the alarm systems, turn lights on, draw curtains, set temperature, and turn on video displays. A boardroom or conference stuck in the old century surely can’t meet the efficiency, productivity, and elegance of a boardroom integrated with the most up-to-date systems modern technology has to offer. By integrating every function and having easy control over your space from a single touch screen, commercial automation has become the need of the hour. The productivity at your workplace will increase, all the important rooms at your office will be governed by smart technology. Conference rooms, boardroom, or executive office can all be controlled from a single tablet. There will be no delays when holding meetings and every visitor will appreciate the easy-going yet effective approach.

Smart technology will set you apart put you a step above in efficiency and the experience of your space. You have the option to only integrate the system in a few areas first and then expand later. It is relatively easy to explore possibilities with commercial automation. Commercial automation also leads to energy conservation, by sensing the presence and absence of a person in the room amongst many other benefits. We can conclude from recent trends in the business that commercial automation will become a necessity at workplaces due to its unmatched benefits and functions.

The piece is written by Alok Hada, Director, Anusha Technovision Pvt. Ltd.

What a futuristic home looks like?

“The future is not something we enter. The future is something we create”- Leonard Sweet, American Theologian

People often envision their future as advanced and to be governed by technology in every sense. They want to buy and build things that lead them to the next generation and do not get obsolete. Similarly, even while designing their homes, home-owners want their residences to be exquisite and fitted with the newest fixtures and fittings in the market.

Our lives have been invaded with technology in recent times. With the inclusion of smartwatches, smartphones, automatic cars, and smart classes, it seems fitting that our homes too, are equipped with the best technology available. The next decade’s biggest trend will surely be home automation—which will help to create spaces, wherein technology will assist people in making their day-to-day living easier. 

Why home automation is the next big thing?

Human beings love technology; they like everything that makes their life easier and better. Why then, would they refrain from residing in a space, where everything is possible with a single click? A home where things are done exigently, keeping in mind their mood and preferences is surely a smart home. From adjusting lighting as per specific requirements to making sure that they don’t need to get out of the bed to draw curtains, home automation ensures that one dwells in the lap of comfort.

Home automation can seem like a costly affair; however, when weighed with the benefits that it offers, it surely comes out as a winner. A fully automatic space also means that it would lead to energy conservation and less labor. Lights adjust with the mood or as per the presence of a person. There can be automated drapes or curtains that would also adjust according to the daylight in the room.

With rapid technological changes, it is quite clear that many contemporary and modish products will be introduced in the future, to enhance the scenario of what a futuristic home would look like. Upcoming products launches would eliminate the work of humans to generate a cozy place, where everything can be customized and will be automatic.

Even today, there are houses that have automated lights, drapes, mirror TVs, etc. which add comfort to human lives. Product brands are ensuring that the products are serviced to the consumers, so that they may lead a life full of luxury or plush.

Today, the world can imagine how a fully automatic house would look like and would work- embracing aesthetics, Luxe and a feeling of being in paradise – a place where no one can resist living in.

The piece is written by Alok Hada, Director, AnushaTechnovision Pvt. Ltd.

Eco-Friendly Home Automation

We can’t turn on the television, browse the internet or read a newspaper without seeing a reference to ‘Go Green,’ but sometimes it’s difficult to understand what we are being asked to do. Going green can refer to many different things, but it generally refers to the little things that we choose to do to become more environmentally-friendly.

With all the tasks that one has to do, many wonder why we should make the extra effort to go green- For some, their decision is based on strong personal values,and while others are motivated because of the money they can save. Even though the most obvious reason for going green is to conserve resources for future generations, starting to implement green habits provides benefits we can immediately enjoy, like lowering the month’s energy bill.

Going Green at Home

Going green within our home is a great place to start, and it has the added benefit of lowering our energy costs. Everyone has had months when they dread opening their utility bills. How great would it be to know you are helping the environment, while also paying considerably less in energy costs?

Using Home Automation to Go Green

Since a large part of going green focuses on energy conservation, home automation systems can facilitate efforts of going green within our homes. There are many resources available to help organize your efforts of saving money and making you home a little greener. A home automation system can improve all areas of home energy usage:

1. Air Conditioning and Heating System: With a smart thermostat, you can save money and energy by programming your thermostat to go easy on your home’s heating and air system when you’re not home and remotely change the temperature from any smart phone or other web-enabled device. Adjusting your thermostat just one degree you can save 5% on your energy bill.
2. Lighting: Replacing your light bulbs with energy efficient light bulbs is an easy way to go green. When combining this with dimming, you can save as much as 25% of your lighting bills with bulbs last ten times longer than a standard bulb. A home automation system can be used to implement timers and regulate light usage within your home, and you can also turn off/dim lights remotely.
3. Electronics: A homeautomation system can allow you to program your electronics to turn off when not in use. Also, being able to remotely control your home electronics and appliances such as televisions, desktop computers and curling irons allows you to ensure you are not wasting energy. 
4. Motorised Shades- Shades not only reduce glare, protect your upholstery and fabric but also help reduce your air conditioning bills because of insulation. However, the common problem with manual shades is that unless really required, the chances of drawing the shades or parting them is not convenient. Enter motorised shades, lo & behold-touch of a button brings bright sunlight when required and another touch at a different time helps close the same shade. Motorised helps in conveniently using the shades to give user comfort and also at the same time indirectly saving considerable amount of energy

The more we learn about the importance of making green decisions, the easier it becomes to enable the small lifestyle changes that help sustain our environment. Starting with a home automation system can significantly assist in making green decisions easier. Not only does a home automation system lower monthly energy bills, it is also a small step towards the worldwide ‘go green’ initiative.

- Alok Hada, Anusha Technovision Pvt. Ltd.