Three-Storey 220 m² Townhouse with Aqara Smart Home

With a budget of approximately 80 million VND, a young couple chose to deploy Aqara Smart Home in their three-storey, approximately 220 m² townhouse. After reviewing the technology, product quality and investment level, the homeowners selected Aqara for the spaces they use most.

Instead of installing smart devices throughout the entire house, the project focused on the living room, kitchen, master bedroom, bathrooms and stair circulation. This allocation prioritized budget for frequently used areas while allowing the homeowners to select better-suited devices and lighting components.

The project goal was to create a practical Smart Home experience in the most important spaces rather than maximize device count. Convenience, aesthetics, lighting quality and budget all needed to be balanced.

• Prioritize security and convenience at the main entrance, living room, kitchen and master bedroom.
• Control lighting, curtains and selected devices according to daily use.
• Create comfortable, high-quality lighting that complements interior finishes and materials.
• Install stair lighting with an even effect while minimizing visible LED points on glossy tile surfaces.
• Keep the design of Aqara switches visually consistent with conventional switches and sockets used elsewhere.

Aqara devices for the main living areas

The configuration was kept focused but complete enough for daily use: Aqara D200i Face ID at the main entrance, Aqara G100 for monitoring, Aqara Z1 Pro switches, Aqara T1 bathroom heater in the master area, Aqara FP1E presence sensors in the ground-floor and master bathrooms, plus smart curtains in the living room and master bedroom. See Aqara Products for the corresponding device groups.

Aqara D200i Face ID at the main entrance

The homeowners selected Aqara D200i Face ID for the main entrance. Because this is one of the most frequently used points in the home, the project prioritized a premium lock with modern authentication, refined design and convenient everyday access.

Aqara G100 for monitoring

Aqara G100 cameras were included for the areas where monitoring was required. By placing cameras only where needed, the project focused security coverage without adding unnecessary devices throughout the house.

Aqara Z1 Pro switches and smart curtains

Aqara Z1 Pro switches were used in key areas together with smart curtains in the living room and master bedroom. This allows lighting and curtains to be coordinated around the way the family uses each space.

FP1E presence sensors and Aqara T1 bathroom heater

In the ground-floor bathroom and master bathroom, Aqara FP1E presence sensors provide occupancy state for relevant automations. The master bathroom also includes an Aqara T1 bathroom heater for additional comfort.

Bridgelux lighting for visual quality and budget control

Lighting was one of the homeowners' main priorities because good lighting directly affects how interior finishes are perceived and how comfortable each room feels. After balancing the budget, Aqara Da Nang recommended a Bridgelux-based lighting solution instead of a higher-cost all-smart-lighting option.

• CRI above 95 for more accurate color rendering.
• UGR below 10 according to the project source, aiming for lower glare in daily use.
• Three-year warranty according to the project source.
• The advised cost was approximately one-third of the comparable Aqara lighting option referenced in the source project.

Carefully installed staircase LED lighting

The staircase LED installation was another area that satisfied the homeowners. The team selected higher-quality LED strip and installed it carefully to create a continuous lighting effect while reducing visible LED points reflected by glossy floor tiles.

Simon switches and sockets alongside Aqara

At locations that did not require smart control, the homeowners used Simon switches and sockets as advised by Aqara Da Nang. Their visual style works well alongside Aqara switches, allowing the project to reduce cost while keeping the interior consistent.

Installation by area with checks through completion

Because the project combines locks, cameras, switches, curtains, sensors, bathroom heating and lighting, installation quality has a direct effect on daily experience. Aqara Da Nang implemented the system area by area, checking mounting positions, mechanical stability, wiring, connectivity, lighting uniformity and coordination with the interior before handover.

Automation based on actual daily use

Because the homeowners prioritized the main living areas, automations were kept practical and easy to understand: switches, curtains and selected devices in the living room, kitchen and master area were coordinated, while bathroom presence sensing reduced unnecessary manual interaction.

This configuration supports daily routines naturally while leaving room for additional devices to be added later if the family's needs change.

Focusing investment where it matters

With approximately 40 devices and a budget of around 80 million VND, the project shows that Smart Home does not need to cover every room from the beginning. Prioritizing the main spaces keeps investment under control while still delivering security, lighting control, smart curtains, presence sensing and bathroom convenience.

A key strength of the project is the balance between Aqara devices, Bridgelux lighting and Simon products where appropriate. From consultation and equipment selection to installation and lighting adjustment, the work focused on the actual finish quality of the home.

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