Hgtv Smart Home 2026 Photo and Video Tour: High-Tech Living Room by Room
By David Miller
Central to the home’s public wing is the high-tech living room, designed around an open-concept layout with vaulted acoustic-slat ceilings. Sound-dampening architectural felt hides behind white oak paneling, neutralizing echo from expansive glass walls.
The entertainment setup avoids dominating the room. An ultra-short-throw projector with an ambient light-rejecting screen retracts flush into custom millwork when powered down. Distributed architectural speakers sit entirely plastered over within the drywall, producing room-filling sound without visible grilles.
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Presence detection replaces conventional infrared motion monitors. Millimeter-wave radar sensors hidden inside ceiling light fixtures track occupant location and posture. The system modulates circadian lighting temperatures and micro-climate fan speeds based on whether someone sits reading on the sectional or moves toward the adjacent kitchen island.
David Miller brings 15 years of experience in global economics, personal finance strategy, and market dynamics. He specializes in turning complex economic trends into actionable insights for everyday readers.
