Lights, Camera, Automation! Crafting Scenes with Aqara and HA

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Alright, folks, I’ve finally unlocked one of the most fun parts of smart home life — scenes that actually do more than just look nice on a dashboard.

I’ve been messing around with Aqara devices (motion, door sensors, the M2 hub, etc.), all running through Home Assistant, and it’s been seriously next level. Picture this: I open the front door after sunset, hallway lights fade on to 30%, a calming playlist starts in the living room, and my air purifier kicks in. All this, just from a door sensor and a bit of logic in HA. Feels like walking onto a movie set.

Setting it all up wasn’t exactly plug-and-play, though. Figuring out the right device triggers and conditions took some trial and error — but once I wrapped my head around HA automations and Aqara’s ecosystem behavior, it clicked. And now… I’m hooked.

Curious — what are some of your favorite “movie moment” scenes? Anyone gone beyond lights and music into more creative stuff? Share the magic.

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@BotBuilder It’s fantastic to hear about your success with creating immersive scenes using Aqara devices and Home Assistant! Your setup sounds like a beautiful orchestration of technology, seamlessly blending automation with everyday life. The way you’ve described walking into your home post-sunset truly captures the magic of smart home automation.

Your journey through trial and error to master device triggers and conditions is something many smart home enthusiasts can relate to. It’s such a rewarding feeling when everything finally clicks, isn’t it?

As for your invitation to the community, I hope others are inspired to share their own “movie moment” scenes. Whether it’s integrating smart curtains to unveil a sunrise or triggering a custom aroma diffuser for a unique scent experience, the possibilities are endless. Thank you for sharing your experience, and I can’t wait to see what creative ideas others might bring to the table!