Now Trending: Smart Living at Wolfram18

The standard for technology in homes is ever-changing. However, smart living features have quickly climbed the ladder to become a must-have for many homebuyers. We sat down with Aaron Giles, developer at K Giles, LLC, to explore the benefits of smart home features and how one of @properties Development Group’s (@DG) latest projects, Wolfram18, is embracing the trend.

Smart living covers various innovative solutions positioned to improve people’s day-to-day lives. From increasing automation, productivity and efficiency to alleviating living costs and harm to the environment, the thoughtful design behind smart home features benefits not only the lives of homeowners, but also their surrounding environment.

Although smart living technology has been found in luxury developments for decades, the demand for innovative, benefit-rich amenities within homes has increased significantly over the past few years, particularly as more and more people find themselves adopting hybrid and remote work lifestyles. “Buyers are very interested in features that help automate or simplify everyday tasks that are still presented in a polished design,” explains Giles. 

Buyers are discovering that the cutting-edge features and appliance packages associated with smart living are a must for their next home. At Wolfram18, a collection of single-family homes in Chicago’s West Lakeview neighborhood, homeowners will find a convenient mix of smart living technology ranging from heated front and rear stoops to Nest thermostats in each model. Another significant advantage that comes with Wolfram18 is the smart connectivity features between WiFi and essential home appliances, making for even more accessible, convenient living.

Wolfram18 embraces smart living for all that it is, including appliances that aren’t always viewed as standard or expected, such as their unique built-in water dispensers. “It not only offers the convenience of filling up a water bottle or coffee pot, but it saves space in the refrigerator and provides a more sustainable way to stay hydrated without wasting bottled water,” states Giles.

Unexpected features that aren't typically seen in a luxury development are what help separate Wolfram18 from other single-family homes. “I think the smart home wave is more often seen in a custom home development, like having everything automated. We wanted to provide our buyers with an open canvas, with smart home accessibility everywhere they need it,” says Giles.

With smart living advancements promising more convenience, control and, ultimately, more sustainable lifestyles, there’s no question that Wolfram18 and its enriching design provide nothing but the best for those who call it home.