Examine the history of smart homes, how technology shapes our lives, and ways you can think about the home when developing new products. This book presents the opportunities in the homespace that will come from understanding the history and multiple players that have contributed to the development of the home in general. You'll start by breaking down the historical, societal and political context for the changes in focus of that 'smartness' from...

Smart Cities and Homes: Key Enabling Technologies explores the fundamental principles and concepts of the key enabling technologies for smart cities and homes, disseminating the latest research and development efforts in the field through the use of numerous case studies and examples. Smart cities use digital technologies embedded across all their functions to enhance the wellbeing of citizens. Cities that utilize these technologies report enhancements...

Let your creativity shape a fun and caring environment for you and your dog to enjoy every day of the year. Whether welcoming a new puppy into the house or trying to share a small apartment with an overactive Springer Spaniel, these home and garden projects cater to the needs of all DIY dog owners alike-from interior home improvement to beautiful lawns, special play areas, and other projects dogs love. The DIY projects in this book walk you through...

Lockpicking has become a popular topic with many in the security community. While many have chosen to learn the fine art of opening locks without keys, few people explore the fascinating methods of attack that are possible WITH keys. Keys to the Kingdom addresses the topics of impressioning, master key escalation, skeleton keys, and bumping attacks that go well beyond any treatment of these topics in the author's previous book, Practical Lock Picking....

Discover the secrets to becoming an excellent project manager! Do you want to become a better project manager?What skills can you improve to do your job more efficiently?How can you implement an agile methodology to improve your team's productivity?What mistakes should you avoid while managing your team or a project?Do you want to discover the answers to these questions? If yes, this is the perfect book for you! Organizations usually undertake a variety...

Let a real estate pro walk you through the complex process of buying a home, with clear explanations and comprehensive coverage. You'll learn all the basics of home-buying and find insider secrets.

Building Success was written by an industry veteran with the unique perspective of an insider. to help anyone who owns, sells or rents property in Australia. Everyone knows its a good idea to get a Building and Pest inspection before you buy a property, but do you know what other inspections are available? how to read the report? how to choose a good inspector? what to ask the inspector? what to do at the inspection? how to negotiate a price reduction...

You've probably seen home theaters in the pages of home improvement and technology magazines like Electronic House. You may have even encountered one at the home of a friend or colleague. Perhaps you've stopped at a home electronics store and have seen a home theater there. Have you ever wondered what it takes to create these elegant, high-performing A/V masterpieces? Our Complete Guide to Home Theater Planning will walk you through the process, step...

Add a touch of rustic charm to your home with How to Build a Barn Door for Under $250. This practical guide is perfect for DIY enthusiasts and homeowners who want to create a stylish and functional barn door without breaking the bank. From selecting the right materials to installing your finished piece, this ebook provides step-by-step instructions, detailed diagrams, and expert tips to help you build your own sliding barn door.Learn how to source...

Mantener la casa siempre perfecta y a su gusto es más fácil de lo que podría imaginar, y ahora conseguirá hacerlo usted mismo, sin complicarse la vida. Ya no tendrá que invertir dinero en contratar a profesionales para mantener su hogar en perfectas condiciones y evitar o solucionar los distintos problemas que se suelen plantear en el día a día: podrá hacerlo usted mismo, y a coste cero. En este libro encontrará todo lo que necesita saber...