This was part of a workshop organised by Samsung and Blogworks. I did a presentation on technology at home. Interesting and fun :) Pics via Freshome Planar Home Theater Smart Home Systems High Tech Home Clever House DIY Chatroom Orlando Blinds Shutters Builder Online Home Specialties Life123 ArchInspire Zokk Apartment Therapy Frame the TV

1. SMART HOMES Technology @ Home-------Entertainment

2. A Smart Home is one that is connected

4. Smart homes-------Many apects We will focus right now on Home Entertainment

10. Structured Internal wiring Connect all living spaces Cater for future possibilities Hire a professional

11. Get your paperwork in order

12. FLOW OF MOVEMENT : GET THE LAYOUT RIGHT

16. Good Lighting = great viewing

18. Choose your light source Indirect lighting---LED and recessed Ambient light Downlights and track lighting Lamps & Uplighters Dimmer Switches

22. MANAGE SUNLIGHT YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO ENJOY YOUR HOME THEATER DURING THE DAY CATER FOR SCREENS/ BLINDS IF THERE IS A LOT OF LIGHT YOU COULD OPT FOR BLACKOUT SHADES OR DRAPES

26. ACOUSTICS The sound from your speakers and woofer will be affected by Flooring Walls Windows Furnishings Home theater systems need proper sound proofed rooms to deliver their promise.

28. interior design perspective

30. Mantra of Effective Design Schematics Dimensions Concept Ergonomics

32. Furniture layout

33. Dramatic Design

34. Functional purpose

35. Concealed

36. Comfort seating

37. Flexibility

41. Dramatic design

51. concealed

57. flexibility

69. Comfort seating

73. Add – on elements

75. cabinetry

79. THANK YOU