Figures out this week from the Office of National Statistics show that 48% of us are unsatisfied with our work/life balance. Long hours at the office combined with domestic chores at home mean that on average we’re only getting a fifth of our day to spend on leisure time. Intelligent technologies can help restore the …
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January was a big month for technology. The 45th Consumer Electronics Show (CES) saw tech enthusiasts from across the globe travel to Las Vegas to see what’s new and innovative in 2012. The CES attracts big companies, with the likes of Samsung, Google and Panasonic exhibiting new products and ideas, but is also a place …
Winter breaks are becoming hugely popular, with those who aren’t restricted by school holidays packing up and disappearing in search of winter sun or perfect white slopes. Back at home the rest of the country is left shivering through short days and long nights, their home heating and lighting working overtime. Due to this need …
The festive season is over and a new year is here. With many homeowners cowering by their letterboxes awaiting the first of the winter bills to arrive, what better time to make a new years resolution for energy efficiency. Following huge recent increases in the cost of fuel most are expecting their worst energy bills …
Effective use of lighting can make all the difference between a gloomy winters evening and a cosy, Christmassy night in. At this festive time of year the cold and dark outside gives us the opportunity to feel truly warm and snug inside our homes, and the use of decorative and atmospheric lighting can ensure you …
In an already fragile economic climate the latest figures regarding the rising cost of fuel couldn’t have come at a worse time for many UK families and businesses. With the winter months setting in, many people are exploring their options in terms of limiting usage, reducing wastage and ultimately saving money. Latest figures report a …
Ever feel like advancements in technology are leaving you standing? Within the world of hand-held devices for example, 2011 has seen the release of the Ipad 2, The Blackberry Playbook, various android devices, and the much anticipated Iphone 4S. Steve Jobs, creator of the Apple Company who sadly passed away last month leaves behind him …
Intecho has been awarded a substantial contract to design and deliver a multi layered control system for a superb luxury home in North West England. Situated on the water’s edge of a picturesque lake, the project is due for completion early 2012 and is sure to be landmark property once complete. Following some excellent referrals, …
Modern day living can sometimes seem like it’s set to fast forward. With ever increasing time pressures in the work place, long commutes, school pick-ups, and the continual balance to be maintained between work and family life, there is often little time left over to stop and relax.. or even sleep. There are many time …
There are many reasons that industry is moving towards intelligent building controls, a major incentive being energy efficiency both for financial savings and environmental benefits – a growing consideration within legislation. Many elements within building design can now be controlled digitally; lighting, heating, air conditioning and AV to name but a few. However, some organisations …
