Smart Technology to Make Your Log Home Safer and More Comfortable

Smile for the … Doorbell?

Keep a close eye on your doorstep with the Nest Hello doorbell. Crisp, bright high-definition video, live-streaming to your smart phone and pre-recorded messages for visitors let you respond to any action — whether the doorbell is rung or not. nest.com, 855-469-6378

Look Smart

The Verdera smart bathroom mirror from Kohler lights up, gives you up-to-date traffic and weather and provides soft night-lighting by voice command. The medicine cabinet also includes an electrical outlet and a built-in magnifying mirror that’s fully adjustable. us.kohler.com; 800-456-4537

A New View

No need to worry when you’re away from your construction site, second home or farm: The ReoLink camera records motion even in remote locations with no WiFi. View live footage on your phone or save it to an SD card or the cloud. A built-in microphone allows you to hear the surroundings and respond by voice. reolink.com

Fan Favorite

Love the function of a ceiling fan, but not the way they look or need to be cleaned? This drum pendant fan from Home Decorators Collection provides light and a three-speed fan with no oversized blades. Available in two finishes, the fixture can be operated by remote control and used indoors or out. homedepot.com

Icy Conditions

Smart enough to know when to start and stop making ice, the Opal Nugget ice maker produces up to three pounds of soft, chewable ice. A compact design means you can use it anywhere — on the counter, outdoors, even at your tailgate. No need for a plumbing connection. firstbuild.com, 502-852-0021

Icy Conditions

Smart enough to know when to start and stop making ice, the Opal Nugget ice maker produces up to three pounds of soft, chewable ice. A compact design means you can use it anywhere — on the counter, outdoors, even at your tailgate. No need for a plumbing connection. firstbuild.com, 502-852-0021

Come Over Rover

Finally a pet door that keeps your four-legged family, and your home, safe! A unique electronic signal on your pet’s collar opens the SmartDoor’s flap. Other pets or stray animals can’t activate the door. Use it outside or on an interior door to limit pets’ access to certain rooms. The collar also can be programmed to open the door only during certain hours. petsafe.net; 866-738-4379