Smart Home, Cool Home: Tech That Keeps Your House Comfortable All Summer
When the summer heat rolls into the Kawarthas, your home should be a retreat — not just from the world, but from the weather. At Blackwood Developments, we believe your custom home should work for you year-round, especially during Ontario’s hottest months. That’s where smart home technology comes in.
From intuitive climate control to automated shading, today’s tech can quietly (and beautifully) keep your home comfortable, energy-efficient, and effortless.
Here are a few of our favourite smart features that elevate summer living:
Zoned Climate Control
Gone are the days of setting one temperature for the whole house. Zoned HVAC systems allow you to cool specific areas — like bedrooms at night or your main living space during the day — while saving energy in the rest of the home. Bonus: Control it all from your phone.
Motorized Window Coverings
Sunlight is stunning — but too much of it can turn your home into a sauna. Motorized shades or blinds, especially those that adjust based on the time of day or sunlight levels, help protect your interiors and keep things cool.
Smart Thermostats
A smart thermostat like Nest or Ecobee learns your habits and adjusts automatically to keep you cool when it matters most. Many also have sensors in different rooms, ensuring the whole house stays balanced and comfortable.
Automated Ceiling Fans & Ventilation
Smart fans can sync with your thermostat, turn on when a room reaches a certain temperature, or be controlled remotely. Paired with proper cross-ventilation design, they help circulate air naturally and efficiently.
Voice-Controlled Comfort
Sometimes you just want to say, “Hey Google, turn on the AC.” With integrated systems, you can adjust lighting, blinds, or your cooling system with a simple voice command. It’s effortless luxury at its finest.
Summer Mood Meets Function
Don’t forget about the mood. Smart lighting can dim as the sun sets, adjust to outdoor light, or shift colour temperature to keep your space feeling cool and calm — especially important during long, bright days.
Build Smart from the Start
When you design a custom home with Blackwood Developments, we plan for the way you live — and the seasons you live through. Smart home technology isn’t just a luxury anymore; it’s part of a thoughtful, future-forward build that puts comfort first.
Ready to Design Your Smart Summer Home?
We’re now booking into 2026, and summer is the perfect time to start planning your dream build.
Reach out today to schedule your consult — and let’s build something different.
