These low tech home security innovations range from cleverly designed deadbolt locks to fences and window coverings that deter intruders while doubling as eye-catching design accents.
In addition to memorable examples like the 'Bowley,' -- a lock that ensures maximum performance for home owners -- other standouts include personal safes that are designed to be both discreet and portable in their appearance.
Furthermore, other notable low tech home security inventions include barricading door locks like the concept designed by China-based creatives Lorenzo Lee and kʌ’loka. Featuring a horizontal mechanism, the door lock appears sleek and modern while simultaneously working to keep a home's entry point barricaded and protected. Appealing to those seeking safety and reassurance, these innovations are cleverly designed and effective while remaining accessible and affordable for the masses.
18 Low Tech Home Security Innovations
From Portable Personal Safes to Safety-Enhancing Door Locks:
Jana Pijak — Sep 27, 2016 — Art & Design
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Discreet Security Cameras
The Kuna Toucan Device Can Be Attached to Walls and Lighting Fixtures
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Potato-Powered Security Systems
The PIA Alarm System Can Operate with Power from a Potato
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Temporary Door Locks
The 'Easylock' is a Convenient Security Solution for Travelers and Renters
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Anti-Tampering Deadbolts
The Bowley Lock is a Home Security Door Lock Designed for Performance
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Retractable House Gates
The Fancy Fences Creatively Disappear into the Ground for Automatic Entry
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Motion-Sensing Security Cameras
The Novi Home Security Kit Offers Close Monitoring Through an App
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Extra-Security Door Locks
This Door Handle Combines Two Different Security Features
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Portable Personal Safes
The '5900D SafeSpace' is a Portable Lock Box That is Made for Travelling
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Deadbolt-Disabling Keys
The Shomer Tec Kwikset Killer Key Permanently Disables Locks
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Vibration-Sensing Door Alarms
Sabre's 'Door Handle Alarm' is an Affordable Way to Keep Homes Safe
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Smartphone Lock Boxes
'Just Us. No Phones.' Helps Consumers Disconnect from Their Smartphones
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Barricading Door Locks
This Door Handle Lock Has a Unique Mechanical Locking Process
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Fire-Detecting Door Handles
The 'Bleep' Door Knob Handle Whistles to Warn of Fire
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Thrifty Home Security Systems
The 'Korner' Home Security System Costs Less Than $100
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Vertical Sleek Shutters
These Shutters Open Up Vertically Rather Than Horizontally
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Light Fixture Security Systems
The Zmodo Smart Door Light Offers Total Customization
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Window-Monitoring Security Systems
The Smanos S105 System is Connected to Window and Door Sensors
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Package-Protecting Disks
The Package Guard Sounds An Alarm When Someone Tries to Steal a Package
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Industrial-Inspired Homes
Glassbrick Apartment by Studio Karhard Alters a Flat with Nightclub DNA
Wireless Exterior 4K Cameras
These New TP-Link Tapo Cameras Offer Battery-Powered Recording
Experimental Phone Concepts
Modular Magnetic Interconnection Technology Roots Tecno’s MWC Concepts
Survival Pocket Timepieces
The Flint Tactical Outdoor Pocket Watch Integrates Fire-Starting Tools
Sustainable Light Designs
MIT Design Intelligence Lab Debuts the Geolectric Lantern
Modular Tiny Home Designs
The Vettel Haus Tiny Home Masters the Art of Living Large
Decor-Themed Home Electronics
The IKEA x Teklan Range Features Speakers and Lights
Multifunctional Smart Door Locks
The Lockin Veno Pro Has a Video Camera, Palm Recognition and More
Home Security Tools
AI Home Safety Check Identifies Weak Spots In Home Security Setup
Security Smart Home Locks
SwitchBot Introduces its New Lock Ultra Feature to Protect Homes
Miniature Phone Beds
The IKEA Phone Sleep Collection Turns Screen Time into a Nightly Ritual
Automated Operation Smart Locks
The Kwikset Aura Reach Smart Lock Supports Matter over Thread
Bedside Sleep Lamps
The Sleepal Lamp by Ningning Li Adds Contactless Sleep Tracking
Halloween Essentials Campaigns
IKEA Turns Home Essentials into Shields for Scary-Movie Nights
Signal-Blocking Wrapper Campaigns
KitKat Break Mode Blocks Smartphone Signals Using Cage Tech
Sneaker Tag-Inspired Car Keys
Nissan's Kicks Key Merges Auto Technology with Streetwear Culture
Smart Home Appliances Innovations
Beko Europe Spotlights Its Tech-Driven HomeWhiz Platform
Optimized Protection Security Sensors
These New Ring Smart Home Sensors Were Shown Off at CES 2026
Portable Table Lamps
The Grab & Glow Side Table Lamp Integrates Lighting into a Simple Side Table
Cozy Smart Tiny Homes
The Sonoma Home Offers Modern Comfort and Smart Living in a Tiny Package
Minimalist Sound-Free Doorbells
The Silent Doorbell Concept Relies on Visual Cues
Magnetically Affixed Security Cameras
The Tapo C460 Maximizes Ease of Installation
Inclusive Tech Essentials
Samsung Spotlights Its Samsung Inclusive Essentials Philosophy
Health-Driven Access Tools
Fitlock Links Digital Access To Daily Health And Fitness Goals
Retro Phone Experiences
Brick 1100 Recreates Classic Mobile Simplicity On Modern Smartphones
Ultra-Secure Vein Technology Locks
The eufy FamiLock S3 Max Features Palm Vein Technology
Cubic Industrial Phone Models
This Minimalist Phone Concept by Keziah Mendjisky is Utilitarian
Minimalist Co-Branded Mobile Devices
Heineken and Bodega Introduced the Boring Phone
Magnetic Wall Storage
Magnetic Holders & Hooks Use Concealed Magnets Within Wood and Leather Forms
Office-Friendly Smart Locker Systems
The gumpo Lockers are Built with the Office in Mind
Cellular-Connected Smart Security Systems
AT&T Connected Life is Powered by Google Home and Abode
Analog Punch-Code Lockers
Streamlight Released the Portable EDC 'SpeedLocker' Case
Castle-Inspired Homes
This Hollywood Hills House Channels Medieval Castles with a Modern Aesthetic
Bedside Reminder Lamps
The Darling Concept is a Bedside Lamp Designed to Track Everyday Essentials
Senior Living Innovation Hubs
The AGE-WELL Innovation Studio Highlights Age-in-Place Solutions
Vibrant Home Tech Series
The TEKLAN Collection by IKEA Introduces Colourful Sound & Light Products
Inviting Pebble-Shaped Doorbells
This Wireless Doorbell Concept by Chanie Liao is Naturalistic
Anti-Theft Chocolate Bars
Hershey Collaborated with ADT to Create "Unstealable" Chocolate Bars
Home Maintenance Toolkits
TINKR Makes Toolkits for Easy Home Maintenance and Move-In Fixes
Award-Winning Smart Locks
Lockin Technology Has Introduced the V7 Max Smart Lock
Functional Household Product Concepts
Dami Seo Designs the Soom Concept for Household Items
Anti-Phone Theft Festival Pins
The Tim Block Pin Gives Festival-Goers Peace of Mind
Minimalist Tech Lamps
The Delite 2.0 Table Lamp Fuses Tradition and Modern Lighting
Fall-Detecting Devices
The Kami Fall Detect Camera Uses Advanced AI to Report Falls
Analog Phone-Free Cases
Yondr Launches Phone-Free Pouches to Lock Away Connectivity
Minimal Sleek Rubberized Clocks
DesignWright Designs the Minimal Flip Alarm Clock
Minimalist Contemporary Home Designs
Hock Hoon Proudly Delivers the Hitotema Home Project
WiFi-Enabled Accessible Smart Locks
The Wyze Lock Bolt v2 Has a Durable Glass Keypad
Slick Aluminum Patio Doors
Novatech is Increasing the Size of Its Loft XL Line
Low-Profile Connectivity-Blocking Backpacks
The SLNT Incognito Faraday Backpack is Made in the USA
Smart Safety Flashlights
Timeli Flashlight Combines Bright Light and Emergency Alerts at CES 2026
Budget-Friendly Smart Locks
The TP-Link Tapo DL100 is Feature-Rich and Priced at $70
Wireless Dog Fences
The Wellturn T810 Pro Wireless Dog Fence is Multi-Tasking and Effective
Facial Recognition Smart Locks
SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Has 3D Facial Recognition Technology
Ultra-Durable Residential Safe Lines
Brown Safe Manufacturing Emphasizes Durability and Elegance
AI-Enhanced Smart Locks
Chamberlain Group Launches the myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock
Welcome Gift Design Kits
Earth’s Hatch Kit Reimagines a Welcome Gift with Practical Home Tools
Compact Key-Fob Consoles
The Playfob Reimagines Car Access as an Adorable Handheld Gaming
Personal Security Apps
The 'Protector' App Connects Users to Trained Security Professionals
Emotionally-Driven Tech Protectors
The PITAKA Sunset Collection Has a Naturally Romantic Appeal
Smart Access Control Terminals
DNAKE is Recognized for Thee AC02C Smart Access Control Terminal
Soundless Doorbell Concepts
The Silent Doorbell Concept Replaces Noise with Light as Home Alerts
Playfully Reimagined Door Designs
Kiki and Joost Reinterpret the Door with Two Distinct Visions
Adaptable Key Lock Designs
Schlage Debuts Its Impressive Advanced Rekey™ Solution
Stealthy Smart Garden Systems
Bird Buddy Creates the Wonder Blocks for Backyards
Inward-Focused House Architecture
Inverted House Redefines the Boundary Between House and Fence
Climate-Smart Rural Designs
Vernacular Home Cools Interiors with Passive Clay-Pot Ventilation
Window-Imitating Smart Light Panels
Eli Elad Cohen Designs the Vindow for Windowless Rooms
DIY Home-Centric Intricate Toolkits
Lainy Hedaya Hoffstein Designs the TINKR Toolkit
Automated Gate Operator Designs
The Genie Company Serves Business and Home Scenarios
Vertical Home Office Units
The Leandesk Converts Walls and Windows into Functional Workspaces
Location-Aware Security Features
Revolut Street Mode Combats Phone-Snatching & Transfer Mugging
Fall Protection Equipment Designs
FallTech Has Introduced the FT-One Ultra-Lite Full-Body Harness
Intelligent Three-In-One Smart Locks
Chamberlain Debuts the Secure View Three-In-One Smart Lock
Innovative Steel Laneway Houses
Weiss Architecture & Urbanism Limited Presents a Striking Project
Innovative Fireplace Designs
Hearth & Home Technologies Spotlights Its Design Vision at 2026 IBS
Discreet Retrofit Smart Locks
The Yale Linus Smart Lock 2 Lite Features KeySense Technology
Low-Tech Smart Pillboxes
The Pill Guardian Supports Elderly Patients in Disconnected Regions
Outdoor Lantern Concepts
This Camping Lantern Concept Features Rugged Form and Soft Lighting
Expertly Designed Vaults
Brown Safe Manufacturing Presents the Monument Round Vault Door
Connected Personal Safety Alarms
The SwitchBot Safety Alarm Works with the Apple Find My Network
Functional Security Labels
Securikett uses advanced coatings to prevent label replication
Sculptural Surveillance Concepts
Swift Creatives' Sculptural Surveillance Blends as Garden Devices
Quad-Access Connected Doorknobs
The TCL K1 Smart Door Knob Installs Easily onto Interior Doors
3d-Printed Vaulted Dwelling
Underground House of the Future Reinvents Cave Home with Brick Vaults
Energy-Efficient Smart Home Locks
The Ultraloq Bolt Z-Wave Maximizes Connectivity and More
Water Leak Detection Technologies
ZoJacks Boasts a System for Preventing Property Water Damage
Trackable Smart Luggage
July’s Casesafe Suitcase Integrates a Built-In Luggage Tracker
Compact Urban Residences
The Stealth House by Specht Novak Redefines Private Living in Austin
Concealed Solar Lighting
The Sula Solar Touch Light Hides Its Solar Technology in Plain Sight
Modular Brick Lamps
Brick Light is a Glowing, Interactive Lamp Inspired by Travel Experiences
User-Friendly Personal Safety Technologies
Mercari Technologies Debuts Familyr for New Zealand
Tape Measurable Time Devices
The Setime Clock Concept Makes Time Tangible and Interactive
Japanese-Inspired Recycled Pavilions
Second Edition's Love Shack is Made of Recycled Materials
Embedded Safety Networks
‘Ask for Angela’ Builds Retail-Based Support Systems Across Toronto
Practical Accessibility-Focused Tech Products
Lg Debuts a Suite of Accessibility-Focused Products
Dual-Lens Security Cameras
IMILAB Boasts the Household-Focused C30 Dual Surveillance Camera
Agentic Home Security Systems
Akuvox Spotlights a High-Tech Indoor Monitor — the AKClaw Panel
Enhanced Android Security Features
Google Debuts Android Anti-Theft Tools With Stronger Protection
Cellular Security Cameras
Tactacam Will Showcase the DEFEND Brand at CES 2026
Accessible Palm-Scanning Door Locks
The Wyze Palm Lock is Competitively Priced at $129.98
Hidden Resort Homes
STEALTH is a Resort-Style Home Veiled Behind a Monolithic Facade in Tokyo
Discreetly Connected Smart Locks
The Level Lock Pro Looks Like a Conventional Deadbolt
Folding Smart Helmet Designs
The Woolf Smart Folding Helmet is Met with Significant Interest
Soft Brutalist Door Hardware
Schlage Debuts the Aspect, Part of Pin & Tumbler A Studio by Schlage
Honeycomb-Patterned EDC Capsules
BLC Metalworks Honeycomb Brass Capsule For Tiny Items
Contemporary Weatherized Homes
OOF! Architecture Designs the Acute House for a Family
Sophisticated Cybersecurity Protocols
TCL and F-Secure Enhance Security for Internet Connectivity
Sleek Office Storages
gumpo Introduces the RFID Locker System with Seamless Functionality
Canadian Safe Manufacturers
INKAS Safes is a Prominent Force in the International Security Market
Sleep Safety Rings
The Hearo System Supports People with Hearing Loss to Sleep in Peace
DIY Home Maintenance Toolkits
TINKR Launches at Target with Smart DIY Kits for Everyday Living
Advanced UWB Product Lines
Eforthink Debuts Industrial-Grade and Consumer-Facing Solutions
Child-Proof Outlet Guards
OutletGuard Champions New Standards in Babyproofing Home Electronics
Security System Smart Locks
The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave Works with ADT
Screen-Equipped Smart Locks
The Xiaomi Smart Door Lock M40 Features Biometric Security
Tactile Accessible Mobile Technologies
BlindShell Classic 2 Caters to Those with Visual Impairment
Tooth-Shaped Active Doorbell Concepts
Alex McKeown Designs the Skitter Doorbell Concept
Next Gen Smart Locks
The Connected Shop Partners with Diamond Dallas Page
Durable Modern Mailboxes
Adoorn's Non-Locking Mailbox Boosts Curb Appeal & Convenience
Safety Alarm Keychains
Pebblebee Halo Personal Safety Tracker Has Siren, Strobe, and Live Alerts
Magsafe Defense Grips
Safix Magsafe Self-Defense Spray Has Protection into a Phone Accessory
Specialized Jobsite Storage Padlocks
KNAACK and PACLOCK Debut a Specialized Padlock
Reworked Steel Forms
The Barred Collection Adapts Security-Bar Patterns into Functional Furniture
Reinvented Compact Living
An Affordable Housing Prototype Meets Modern Needs on a Micro Scale
Universal Digital Key Standards
Connectivity Standards Alliance Introduced the 'Aliro 1.0'
Mobile Security Solutions
Turn Old Devices Into Security Cameras With Phonitor's Remote Monitoring
Vehicle Security Ranges
Trackershop Debuts a New Line of Auto Trackers for Consumers in the UK
Personal Security Solutions
Snappy Provides Tools and Solutions for Personal and Asset Security
Distraction Blocking Tools
Locked In Helps Eliminate Distractions And Improve Focus
Multilevel Authentication Smart Locks
The TCL DR2 Max Retrofit Smart Lock Three Biometric Features
Concealed Cowboy Belt Buckles
The Ford Truckle Belt Buckle Hides a Car Key-Fob Within Its Design
High-Tech Surveillance Products
Dahua Technology's WITHS Series Meets Security Requirements
Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals
The Brown House Uses Ecological Materials to Redefine Urban Infill
Automated Wood Blinds
Lutron Electronics Introduces Natural Light Optimization to Its Line
Low-Impact Garden Dwellings
The Senior Shelter Offers a Connected Space for Aging Family Members
Futuristic Palm-Scna Locks
TCL D2 Pro Introduces Palm Vein Scanning for Contactless Door Access
Emergency Alert Systems
Protechme Sends Instant Emergency Alerts With Location and Support
Decentralized Authentication Tools
BlocKey Labs Applies Blockchain To Secure Authentication