Technological advancements, from electricity to the internet, have continuously reshaped the domestic landscape. While offering convenience and a sense of progress, the history of technology adoption within the home reveals a complex narrative. The integration of technologies like televisions, personal computers, and appliances presented challenges. Concerns regarding unequal access, and the impact on family dynamics emerged. Additionally, privacy concerns became prominent with interconnected devices. This paper summarises the emergence of smart home theory and technology alongside these historical challenges, examining how past trends in technology adoption within the home can inform our understanding of the impacts of new technologies. The research employs a literature review approach, summarising existing scholarly works on the history of technology adoption within the domestic sphere. By drawing upon historical insights, it can highlight potential issues associated with smart home technologies for future research. This, in turn, can lead to a more thoughtful and responsible integration, fostering a positive impact on family life and the overall domestic environment.
History
Volume
591
Pagination
369-380
Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Open access
No
Start date
2024-11-07
End date
2024-11-09
ISSN
2366-2557
eISSN
2366-2565
ISBN-13
9789819640508
Language
eng
Editor/Contributor(s)
GhaffarianHoseini A, Ghaffarianhoseini A, Rahimian F, Purushothaman MB
Title of proceedings
SASBE 2024 : Proceedings of the International Conference on Smart and Sustainable Built Environment 2024
Event
Smart and Sustainable Built Environment. Conference (2024 : Auckland, New Zealand)