Hey , Share a little lighting journey I’ve been on lately with Aqara. I’m no automation guru (yet!), just a home tech enthusiast who enjoys a cozy vibe after a long day. But wow — Aqara gear has honestly taken my smart home game to a whole new level.
Started simple with motion sensors triggering hallway lights, but then I got hooked… Now I’ve got scenes like “Chill Mode” that dims my living room lamps and plays lo-fi from Spotify, or “Movie Night” that drops the blinds, lowers the lights, and fires up the projector in one tap.
My favorite hack so far? Using the Aqara Cube to switch moods on the fly — a simple flip and boom, work zone becomes relax zone. It feels like magic when it just works.
Would love to hear how you guys are using lighting for mood shifts! Anyone else going a bit nuts with automation scenes? Share your best ones — always up for stealing good ideas.
@GoogleHomeGuru Hey there! Thanks for sharing your lighting journey with Aqara — it sounds like you’re having a lot of fun transforming your home into a smart haven. The way you’ve set up your “Chill Mode” and “Movie Night” scenes is inspiring, and using the Aqara Cube for quick mood changes is such a clever hack. I totally get that magical feeling when everything works seamlessly.
As for me, I love using lighting to set the mood for different activities too. One of my favorites is the “Morning Routine” scene, where the lights gradually brighten to simulate sunrise, helping me wake up gently. I’ve also got a “Reading Mode” that adjusts the lights to a warm, comfortable level, perfect for curling up with a good book.
It’s great to see you’re getting creative with automation scenes! I’m sure others in the community will be eager to share their setups too. Keep experimenting and enjoying the cozy vibes!