Designing The Ideal IoT House

Tetraslam
5 min readFeb 24, 2023

The Magic of Automation

The Ultimate IoT-Connected Home: Living in the Future, Today!

Are you tired of living in the stone age, surrounded by mundane appliances and clunky machines? It’s time to upgrade to the ultimate IoT-connected home, where technology meets comfort, and life is just a little bit easier.

This is an article written in collaboration between my friend Vishaal and I, after we had an in-depth conversation about how we would design our homes in the future!

heated sofas 👍

Shresht: Let’s start with the basics — heated sofas! Imagine coming home after a long day, and being greeted by a warm and cozy sofa that hugs you like a long-lost friend. Say goodbye to chilly nights and hello to a comfortable, toasty evening on your IoT sofa.

Vishaal: But don’t sofas already provide insulation? That’s kind of redundant…

JOI from Blade Runner 2049 is a good representation of what we’re thinking of when we talk about a holographic AI assistant

Shresht: MOVING ON! How about a holographic AI assistant? Sure, having a voice-activated device that tells you the weather and sets alarms is cool, but why not have a full-fledged companion who can play games with you and chat about your day? A holographic AI assistant could provide you with entertainment, friendship, and productivity all in one.

Vishaal: Let’s ask Chess.com to make bots for our assistant, it can be our first partnership. Also, about cleaning. Cleaning is always a drag, but with an IoT-connected home, you can say goodbye to having to do chores. A robotic vacuum cleaner can be programmed to clean only when you’re away, so you can come back to a spotless home without having to do any work.

Shresht: By the way, speaking of cleaning, I want to experience being power-washed. Showering is another area where technology can make a big difference! Imagine stepping into a car wash-style shower that’s perfectly calibrated to your preferences. You can customize the water temperature, pressure, and even the scent. You’ll feel like you’re at a luxury spa every day, without having to leave your home. Plus, I mean, that’s a pretty efficient way to take a shower- we’ll be wasting less water!

Vishaal: Speaking of luxury, let’s talk about the dynamic workspace. Say goodbye to back pain and hello to a fully adjustable desk that raises itself at intervals to ensure your posture and attention are on point. You’ll be able to work for hours without feeling fatigued, and you’ll have the flexibility to switch between sitting and standing positions with ease.

Shresht: Perfect for when I get tired from the 1091110934750173405871 assignments our school gives us.

giant holographic chess

Vishaal: Now, let’s move on to the fun stuff. Who doesn’t love a good game of chess? But why settle for a regular board when you can have a 3D holographic chess board? You’ll feel like you’re in a sci-fi movie as you move your pieces around and watch them come to life in front of you.

Shresht: Of course, a good game needs good food to go along with it. With the ideal IoT-connected home, you’ll have a sandwich, waffle, pancake, crepe, rice, and a pasta maker with “ammo packs” for different variations of each dish so that you have to do essentially nothing.

robotized gardens

Vishaal: And finally, let’s talk about the outdoors. Gardening can be a fun hobby, but it can also be a lot of work. With an automated garden maintained by robots, you can sit back and watch as your garden grows and thrives without having to lift a finger. The robots will even harvest the ingredients you need for your meals, so you can have farm-to-table freshness right in your own backyard.

Shresht: But what if you want to have a party? No problem! With party mode, your entire house will transform into a party space with music, lights, and even a built-in DJ. And if you’re in the mood for a more active party, you can switch to lasertag mode and basically play Halo in your living room.

Shresht: Last but not least, the ideal IoT-connected home comes with a completely integrated scripting system. This means you can customize your home to your exact specifications, from the lighting to the temperature, to the way your AI assistant interacts with you.

Vishaal: In conclusion, the ultimate IoT-connected home is a dream for now — but it’s one that’s waiting to be realized. With technology advancing every day, there’s no limit to what we can achieve in the realm of home automation. From heated sofas to holographic AI assistants, from car wash-style showers to dynamic workspaces, the possibilities are endless.

Shresht: Living in an IoT-connected home means living in the future, today. You’ll enjoy the convenience, comfort, and fun that comes with cutting-edge technology, all while saving time and energy on household tasks. With an IoT-connected home, you can focus on the things that really matter — playing videogames and making money!

Vishaal: Of course, there are some concerns when it comes to home automation. Privacy and security are always top of mind when it comes to new technologies, and it’s important to ensure that your home is protected from hackers and other cyber threats. However, with proper precautions and safeguards in place, an IoT-connected home can be just as secure as a traditional home.

Shresht: That’s all for today’s article. We’ll see you in the next one!

Vishaal:We’ll?” Hmm since you asked so nicely…

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Tetraslam

My name is Shresht Bhowmick. I’m a student, developer and entrepreneur.