own ? But then , more importantly , do they work in combination ?”
As a result , when creating the eHome2 , implementing harmonious IoT solutions was set as a top priority .
“ So to resolve this , we ' ve formed a unique partnership with a system that becomes the brain of a home . This really helps our customers get the best out of their homes , from energy efficiency , reduction of bills , comfort and all those things , which will become more and more important as you highly insulate buildings and put a lot of technology in .”
Barratt has also partnered with Google Nest , Give Energy , Tribe and a number of other companies , to create a seamless smart home experience . As a result , this approach features some of the most advanced , sophisticated solutions in the world .
“ What ' s been great about the Zed House and eHome2 projects is the fact that we ' ve been able to scour across not only the country , but across the world to find new technologies that can be used .”
Novakovic explains that this remains an ongoing project for Barratt , and that there is a lot more still to come , both in terms of Barratt ’ s plans for further innovation , as well as the industry ’ s adoption of smart technologies at large .
“ I think house builders will move toward much more technical smart solutions to help deliver some of the zero carbon targets .”
“ The opportunity here is that , not only does smart technology help our customers , but the reality of it is that lots of people within house building don ' t understand smart . So , there ' s definitely an opportunity to help us as an industry use that technology more effectively and more efficiently .”
“ For me , it ' s quite an exciting time , but it ' s definitely one that we ' ve got to tackle together .” mobile-magazine . com 61