{"product_id":"smart-home-clzaudio-arazjo-schzller-9786501853901","title":"Smart Home: The definitive guide to automating your home","description":"\u003cp\u003eStop buying gadgets. Start building a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou bought the smart bulbs, the video doorbell, and the thermostat. But does your home actually feel smart? Or is it just a collection of confused apps, messy cables, and devices that don't talk to each other?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrue home automation isn't about collecting toys; it's about architecture. It's about creating a living space that anticipates your needs, protects your privacy, and saves you money, without forcing you to become an IT expert.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSMART HOME: The Definitive Guide to Automating Your Home is the missing manual for the modern American household. Whether you are retrofitting a 1970s split-level, planning a custom new build, or upgrading a rental, this book separates the marketing hype from the engineering reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten for homeowners, architects, and forward-thinking builders, this guide moves beyond the \"cool factor\" to focus on what matters: infrastructure, reliability, and human-centric design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you will discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Invisible Foundation: Why most smart homes fail because of bad wiring and weak networks, and how to prep your home's \"nervous system\" correctly (including NEC and structured cabling standards).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrivacy by Design: How to keep your data safe and your cameras private in an age of cloud surveillance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReal-World ROI: Move beyond the gimmick. Learn how to calculate the return on investment through energy efficiency, water management, and increased property value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Human\" Interface: Designing controls that everyone in the family, from kids to grandparents, can actually use without frustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExecution Strategy: A clear roadmap for the \"DIY vs. Pro\" decision. Learn when to pick up a screwdriver and when to call a licensed integrator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFuture-Proofing: How to design a system that won't be obsolete in three years, incorporating AI, Matter, and the next generation of IoT.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a catalog of brands. Technology changes fast, but the principles of good design are timeless. This book gives you the criteria to choose the right hardware, the right protocols (Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Z-Wave, Thread), and the right strategy for your specific needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon't let your house be a source of stress. Turn it into an asset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScroll up and grab your copy today to build a home that finally works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Cláudio Araújo Schüller\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 6501853907\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9786501853901\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e CLX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 330\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.97lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d","brand":"Cláudio Araújo Schüller","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48154258047231,"sku":"9786501853901","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_913a1a52-d9ec-4074-9c63-2abd8b3ff880.jpg?v=1770788955","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/smart-home-clzaudio-arazjo-schzller-9786501853901","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}