https://www.scmp.com/rss/503105/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Gone are the days of clunky padlocks and brass fire-alarm bells. Today, advances in IoT – the internet of things – have paved the way for smarter, more sophisticated home security and safety measures that provide peace of mind whether you’re inside your home or away from it. Benjamin Bertrand, connected solutions director of smart home automation brand Somfy, says he sees two major trends in smart home security: the increasing application of artificial intelligence (AI) to enable earlier and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3048185/how-latest-cybersecurity-and-smart-home-tech-can-help?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3048185/how-latest-cybersecurity-and-smart-home-tech-can-help?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:00:11 +0000 [Sponsored article] Bulthaup Form, function, material. A bulthaup kitchen is the stage for the lives acted out there. This is why all of its formal elements are simple and clear, and all of its functions carefully thought through to the tiniest detail. All of the materials used are authentic and perfectly finished.  Since its founding in Germany in 1949, bulthaup has become the market leader in high-end kitchen design and innovation, and is synonymous with prestigious, finely-crafted kitchen... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials-2020/article/3041926/benchmark-luxury-living?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials-2020/article/3041926/benchmark-luxury-living?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Jan 2020 03:32:21 +0000 It’s the one place in the home where a person can truly be alone, to indulge in rituals that soothe, rest and restore. Hence, in designing luxury projects for her clients, Hong Kong designer Rowena Gonzales, of Liquid Interiors, looks for every opportunity to incorporate wellness elements that nurture and inspire. Bathrooms that are out of the ordinary by bringing a spa feel into the home make well-being an everyday experience, rather than a luxury, she says. Antoine Besseyre Des Horts,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044944/home-spas-hydrotherapy-how-modern-bathrooms-have?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044944/home-spas-hydrotherapy-how-modern-bathrooms-have?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Jan 2020 09:00:15 +0000 Furniture and knick-knacks add to the comfort of your home, and offer a way for your personality to shine through. Leading industry insiders share their observations on the latest interior trends, as well as simple ways you can score the latest looks by adding a few basic pieces to your living space. Not only does this [wabi-sabi] trend tell us to work with natural, renewable materials, but it also encourages us to take on a less-is-more approach, let go of material wants, and appreciate the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044278/how-ancient-japanese-philosophy-wabi-sabi-inspires?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044278/how-ancient-japanese-philosophy-wabi-sabi-inspires?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Jan 2020 04:52:52 +0000 [Sponsored article] Triple the Shower Fun GROHE Euphoria SmartControl is brimming with “Made in Germany” technology and quality that feature multi-jet shower heads. The smart shower system’s centrepiece is the combined, front-mounted push and turn control unit. Unique pictograms called GROHE EasyLogic provide intuitive operation. The knobs can regulate the amount of water, depending on one’s individual mood, from a gentle shower to a vigorous refreshment. By pushing a button, the spray types can... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials-2020-grohe/article/3042383/right-mix-every-shower?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials-2020-grohe/article/3042383/right-mix-every-shower?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Dec 2019 07:09:44 +0000 Comfort, simplicity, multifunctional furniture and eco-consciousness will be the cornerstones of bedroom design in 2020. John McLennan, founder of Indigo Living, says we’ll see more padded headboards such as the brand’s Whitney, and storage beds like the elegant Carlton, and expects soft greys and warm off-whites to be the dominant colours next year. “Texture and layering will also be important, so seek out tactile, big weave throws and pile these with different-sized pillows in a relaxed,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3041808/how-sustainability-and-environmental-concerns-will?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3041808/how-sustainability-and-environmental-concerns-will?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Dec 2019 04:00:09 +0000