What happens to my smart home when the power goes out?
The simple answer?
The same as what happens when the power goes out and you don’t have a smart home.
Epitome Living’s 2026 smart tech predictions
We’re always on the look out for tech developments, particularly when it comes to smart building technology, as we want to give our clients the best experience possible with what we install for them.
We asked the team what their 2026 home tech predictions are, and here’s what they came up with.
What energy efficiency grants are available in Ireland in 2026?
A non-exhaustive guide to the energy efficiency grants available for homeowners and commercial building managers in Ireland through bodies like the Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland (SEAI).
The best bits of our 2025
Following the Epitome Living 2025 Christmas party, we’ve been looking back on the year just passed.
The case for wired over wireless smart technology (why retrofits aren't our favourite)
Is there really that much of a difference between smart technology that’s wired into your home and smart technology that’s been retrofitted?
We think so.
Battling SAD with circadian lighting
Not getting enough bright light in our eyes can cause a “misfiring of the circadian rhythm”, Dr Laurence Wainwright, a psychiatry academic at Oxford University explained to Sky News. That’s why we feel so ‘off’ sometimes from November to February (let’s not even talk about everything that contributes to the January blues).
When we don’t get enough sunlight during the day, our bodies get confused about when it’s time to be awake and when it’s time to sleep. That’s the ‘misfiring’ referenced by Dr Wainwright, and it’s why we feel more sluggish when darkness seems to dominate our days.
What do we really do at Epitome Living?
Aside from technical definitions, what is smart building technology? And what do we do with it that makes our offering different to what you can buy on Amazon?
What is the cost of a smart home in northern ireland?
You’ve done the research, you love the idea of having a more economical, functional and safe home. It’s exciting, accessible, it’s going to make your life a whole lot easier and reduce your monthly household bills. Now comes the fun part.
How much does it cost?!
Why Should I Have A Smart Home?
Here at Epitome Living we aim to make your life easier, when you are at home and give you the confidence and trust that your home is safe when you’re not there too. While we’re not big on blowing our own trumpets we also love the sound of helping you live your ‘best life’ – even out of lockdown – and have the best possible home experience inside and outside your home.
Cars (Part 1)
20 years ago, you had to run around and lock each door with a key, or lock all from inside, then lock one final door. Imagine you had to do that today!
Window Sills
A few weeks ago, I was chatting to a friend who’s starting a self build project. The conversation naturally came round to smart homes. I asked if he was planning on making his new home “smart”.
Working Together
Personally, I don't know anyone who would be prepared say "I don't mind if the WiFi doesn't work that well in my house". That's a big change from 5-10 years ago.
New Builds
In the same way that a builder wouldn't tackle a gas installation unless qualified and experienced, he or she shouldn't install or be expected to even provide for home technology.
