7 Years Building My Smart Home — Automations, Lighting, Security & Real‑Life Tips

Transforming a home into a truly smart home doesn’t happen overnight. After 7 years of building, testing, upgrading, and refining, I’m sharing a full tour of my Apple‑powered smart home — including the real automations, devices, and DIY projects that make everyday life easier, safer, and more efficient. In this video, I walk through the 140+ accessories, 27 scenes, and 109 automations that power my home across 20 rooms and 4 zones. You’ll see how I use Apple Home, Homebridge, WLED, Lutron Caséta, Aqara sensors, Google WiFi mesh, and more to create a stable, reliable smart‑home ecosystem. #SmartHome #HomeTech #smarthometour LINKS: Videos: ► Permanent LED Holiday Lighting: https://youtu.be/gHHuo45ks3w ► LED Lamp Stand: https://youtu.be/1jygxkmA4f4 ► LED Matrix Panel: https://youtu.be/wt2aeCvfl8E SmartHome Products I use and recommend: ► Google Wi-Fi Mesh: https://amzn.to/3TQvStr ► D-Link Gig Switches: https://amzn.to/3TOxwvA ► Apple TV 4K Hub: https://amzn.to/4aMio7Z ► Apple Homepod Minis: (Apple.com) ► Lutron Light Switch Dimmers: https://amzn.to/47nc6Jb ► Lutron Light Switch On/Off (for fans): https://amzn.to/47pEuKD ► Lutron Lamp Dimmer: https://amzn.to/4aJLVzj ► Lutron Hub: https://amzn.to/3H9Ad3p ► Lutron Picos: https://amzn.to/3tI2c7a ► Lutron Pico Pedestal Base: https://amzn.to/3tKtE4d ► Harmony Hub (*discontinued by Logitech): https://amzn.to/3RQ2YHb ► RPi Homebridge Hub: https://amzn.to/3NUfAvM ► Aqara M2 Hub: https://amzn.to/48kCapC ► Aqara G4 Doorbell: https://amzn.to/48LmHyz ► Aqara Motion Sensors: (Out of Stoick, check back) ► Aqara Leak Sensors: https://amzn.to/3RPPj2Z ► Aqara Contact Sensors: https://amzn.to/3S89c6R ► Aqara Vibration Sensors: https://amzn.to/3TLJrKP ► Aqara Temp and Humidity Sensors: https://amzn.to/3TQ4fR9 ► Aqara Mini Switches: https://amzn.to/3S90e8j ► Chamberlain Hub: Deprecated, I recommend tying Meross ► Rachio Sprinkler: https://amzn.to/48oahgi ► Schlage Connect Door Lock: https://amzn.to/47pktEb ► Eufy Cameras: https://amzn.to/3tABsFR ► Eve Smart Energy Outlet: https://amzn.to/47pA9ao ► Ecobee Thermostat: https://amzn.to/3TQuxTv ► Ecobee Temp and Motion Sensors: https://amzn.to/48KrD6S ► Vocolinc Light & Essential Oil Diffuser: https://amzn.to/3NVfX9v ► Philips Hue Lights with Bridge: https://amzn.to/3S6ongS ► First Alert OneLink Smoke/C02 Detector: https://amzn.to/3Sc9FFe CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Overview of Smarthome 01:24 Solid Network and Wi-Fi 03:20 Solid Lighting Foundation 04:49 Expedited Tour Begins 10:47 Tip of the Iceberg Wrap DISCLAIMER: Some of the links in this video/description may be affiliate links. That means, if you click on one of the links and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission (at no extra charge to you). However, I only recommend products that I personally use and have tested myself.