The Family of the Arts is a German studio that has reimagined the way people have been approaching smart homes. It has designed what appears to be a simple black dice that can be easily toted around from room to room in order to control nearby lamps, shades, thermostats and speakers contextually. Simply flip it to a particular side and adjust the touch controls as desired.
Dubbing its smart home device Cube, The Family of the Arts simply fits into the wall where a light switch would normally be in order to charge overnight when not in use. Founder Dario Jandrijic explains what makes Cube stand out as a viable home automation solution, "We all are permanently distracted from our real physical social lives. With Cube you are not distracted. You can use it without thinking about it."
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Simplified Home Automation
- The trend of simplified home automation focuses on creating user-friendly devices that require minimal setup and provide intuitive controls.
- Contextual Control
- The trend of contextual control aims to design smart home devices that can adapt to a person's surroundings and seamlessly adjust settings based on their needs.
- Discreet Smart Home Solutions
- The trend of discreet smart home solutions seeks to develop devices that blend seamlessly into existing home decor and mimic traditional household items, such as light switches.
Where This Applies
- Smart Home Technology
- The smart home technology industry can leverage the trend of simplified home automation to create innovative products that cater to the needs of consumers looking for hassle-free home automation solutions.
- Home Appliance Manufacturing
- The home appliance manufacturing industry can explore the trend of contextual control to create smart devices that can adjust settings automatically based on user preferences and environmental factors.
- Interior Design
- The interior design industry can tap into the trend of discreet smart home solutions by incorporating smart devices that seamlessly integrate into home aesthetics, providing functionality without sacrificing style.
