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Home automation is the residential extension of building automation.

It is automation of the home, housework or household activity.

Home automation may include centralized control of lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), appliances, security locks of gates and doors and other systems, to provide improved convenience, comfort, energy efficiency and security.

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Best smart blind for a unique-sized window (alien.top)

submitted 10 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hi, my desk is situated in front of a sizeable window that receives a significant amount of sunlight mid-day. Currently, I'm using a blackout manual draw shade which effectively blocks almost all light. However, I'd like to add a semi-transparent shade that can be positioned behind the blackout one to filter light. Since I often appear on camera for work, it's essential that the light is diffused rather than completely blocked out. The ideal solution would be a smart shade capable of auto-detecting intense light, although a simpler option where a quick button press lowers the shade would be more than enough.

Suggestions?

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

Either custom made or just get a double curtain rod with a light filtering or sheer curtain on the inside.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

Two curtain rods system with light filtering sheer. Switchbot curtain.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

Lutron Serena is all made to measure.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

Smartwings?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

A motorized a solar shade- a roller shade with a screen fabric, available in varying opacities from 1% to 10% typically. Great when down as they block the glare, but still allow you somewhat of a view out. They can be lithium battery powered. Usually with a hand held remote, but you can also add a bridge and options like automatic control according to the light, phone app, schedules, compatibility with other HA systems, including Alexa and Google Home. Obviously, the second option raises the price.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago

I don't know if my smart blinds can auto-detect intense sunlight, but they work great with my Alexa. Mine are from Allesin, and they have light-filtering roller shades available.