In 2026, the smartest homes aren’t defined by technology you see—but by how effortlessly everything works together. True luxury is simplicity: lighting, climate, security, and everyday systems responding quietly to your life, not demanding your attention. A well-designed smart home ecosystem removes friction, anticipates needs, and delivers comfort, reliability, and peace of mind—without complexity.

Luxury residential projects in markets like the Hamptons, Manhattan, Miami, Los Angeles, and Aspen continue to drive demand for cutting-edge home technology. This report presents current pricing benchmarks—organized by square foot or unit—for key categories across these high-end markets. It also explores emerging client preferences, platform trends, cost drivers, and new innovations shaping the industry.

Voice controlled home automation has been a vision of science fiction writers for decades, but only recently became a reality. With the limitations of voice assistants such as Siri, it’s understandable why high end automation systems had steered clear of audio commands. However, there is finally an option for audio based control.