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The Art of Entertaining in Your Smart Home

Whether it’s a sunset cocktail party or a casual Sunday BBQ, entertaining is a joy, and it’s also work. Your smart home can make it easier for you and create an elevated experience for your guests thanks to integrated audio, custom lighting, and more. With a smart...

How to Customize Your Smart Home for Every Lifestyle

Designing a custom smart home isn’t just about the features, it’s about which features are best for your particular lifestyle. The first step in Ficrest’s approach is coming up with a concept that takes your individual needs into consideration. Whether you’ve got...

Best of CES 2025: Smart Home Edition

From Exciting to Ridiculous to Everywhere in Between CES 2025 showcased some really cool innovations in smart home technology. These products focus on enhancing convenience, security, and energy efficiency, setting new benchmarks for the industry. Here’s a closer look...

Smart Homes for Holidays: What You Need To Know

Smart Homes for the Holidays We've been here before.  Your guest has asked yet again for your help with the thermostat.  Or the music is too loud.  Or the lights are too bright.  You get the picture.  Are you ready to meet their needs with a tap of a screen instead of...

The Smart Home Ecosystem: Design and Deployment

The Importance of a Smart Home Ecosystem When you envision a smart home, do you imagine controlling lighting, security, and climate from your device of choice? The power of a well-designed smart home ecosystem goes beyond convenience—it is a refined and cohesive...

How Smart Home Automation Can Boost Your Home’s Value

How Smart Home Automation Can Boost Your Home’s Value As the real estate market evolves, homeowners and buyers are increasingly interested in integrating smart home technologies to enhance property value. At Ficrest, we understand how smart home automation can...