Creating a smart man cave
A man cave is the ideal retreat from the stresses of day-to-day life. Whether you have a demanding job, a large and boisterous family, or simply like your gadgets, this space is designed for relaxation. But how can you ensure your man cave is as comfortable as possible with as little effort as possible?
Automation
Automation is the key to ensuring the environment is perfect from the moment you step into your man cave. Whether it’s a room in the house or an outbuilding, automation will create the right atmosphere, without you having to lift a finger. Here’s how:
Climate control
A smart thermostat will respond to outside conditions and learn your habits, ensuring your man cave remains at the perfect temperature whenever you use it. Perhaps you’re always in your space between 10-11pm, for example. Your system will learn this and keep the temperature at your preferred setting at this time every day.
Lighting
Similarly, smart lighting will deliver the right atmosphere whenever your man cave is occupied, but without wasting energy. Motion sensors on smart lights, for example, can activate them when you enter and switch them off when movement isn’t detected for a certain period. With smart operating systems such as Control4, you can even adjust the lighting with a digital interface or using your mobile device.
AV equipment
If your man cave doubles up as a home cinema, you can automate your AV equipment too. At the touch of a button, your projector can drop down from the ceiling, your screen and speakers can activate, and your lights can dim.
To ensure your space remains suitable for a range of activities, you can use clever technology such as Artcoustic speakers, which can be colour coordinated to match your decor. Or you can print an image onto the speaker covers, creating artwork that doubles up as your sound system. If you have a TV installed rather than a projector, you can hide it behind moving panels until you’re ready to use it. Contacting a professional home cinema installer for help with the setup will enable you to make the best use of the space available. If you’re in the south east of England for example, a home cinema specialist in Kent will help you to enjoy a high-quality, immersive audio visual experience without compromising the other purposes of your man cave.
Appliances
Smart appliances can round off your automated man cave experience. Why not invest in a smart coffee machine, which can make you a cappuccino or a double espresso with a simple voice command? Or install a smart fridge for your favourite refreshments. If you run low, the fridge can notify you or add items to the shopping list. You can even have a smart vacuum cleaner that can be programmed to clean each night when you go to bed.
Automating your man cave can bring an extra layer of luxury to your relaxation time, making everything more convenient so you can enjoy every moment. To find out what’s possible, contact a smart home specialist to discuss your ideas or book a demonstration.
